Best Internet Providers in Lubbock, TX
All 11 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Lubbock, TX
Lubbock has 11 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, DSL, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Lubbock.
Ranks compare Lubbock with the 41 US large cities (250,000 to 499,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Lubbock, TX at a Glance
Lubbock Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
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Metronet
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EarthLink
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AT&T
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Providers with less than 1% coverage in this city are excluded from the list. To see if one of these providers is available at your home, please use the address search above.
Speed and technology may vary by address for all providers. Please note we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers above, which does not impact the customer ratings displayed. Customer ratings listed above are national ratings, local Lubbock ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Lubbock, TX?
Metronet is the highest-rated internet provider in Lubbock based on 309 Texas customer reviews, and T-Mobile Home Internet has the highest rating nationwide. The provider information above and the information immediately below can help you decide. Compare provider ratings and review counts above.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Lubbock?
Coverage changes block by block. Pick a provider and a technology to see where its service reaches: the darker the area, the larger the share of homes it covers. For your exact address, use the address search above.

Coverage map for each provider in Lubbock
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Metronet - fiber coverage map
- Optimum - cable coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Rise Broadband - fixed wireless coverage map
- Telespan - fixed wireless coverage map
- Optimum - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- South Plains - fiber coverage map
- TWN Communications - fixed wireless coverage map
- Windstream - fixed wireless coverage map
- Windstream - dsl coverage map
How Lubbock Compares to Places Its Size
Lubbock's report card score is 7th of 41 and its connectivity index is 38th of 41.
| Measure | Lubbock | Rank among US large cities (250,000 to 499,999 people) | Lubbock County | Texas | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 91.2% | 14th of 41 | 90.5% | 82.8% | 71.5% | Staten Island, NY (99.5%) |
| Average top speed | 3,939 Mbps | 17th of 41 | 3,678 Mbps | 4,265 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Oakland, CA (7,941 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 10.8 | 2nd of 41 | 10.5 | 8.1 | 7.1 | San Juan, PR (14.2) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.5 | Tied 28th of 41 | 2.5 | 2.8 | 2.7 | Santa Ana, CA (4.0) |
| Workers who work from home | 8% | Tied 38th of 41 | 8% | 15% | 15% | Scottsdale, AZ (31%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 97% | Tied 20th of 41 | 97% | 96% | 96% | Garland, TX and Gilbert, AZ and 6 more (99%) |
| Homes with internet | 90% | Tied 35th of 41 | 90% | 92% | 91% | Gilbert, AZ and Katy, TX and 2 more (97%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 75% | Tied 31st of 41 | 75% | 74% | 76% | Gilbert, AZ (89%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 78% | Tied 32nd of 41 | 78% | 80% | 81% | Gilbert, AZ and Irvine, CA (95%) |
| Median household income | $75,909 | 38th of 41 | $76,589 | $92,311 | $93,246 | Irvine, CA ($152,298) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 24% | 2nd of 41 | 24% | 17% | 16% | Irvine, CA (25%) |
Fiber reaches 91.2% of homes in Lubbock, against 90.5% across Lubbock County and 82.8% across Texas. Households in Lubbock are smaller than the US average (2.5 people against 2.7); 8% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $75,909 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Lubbock
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Lubbock?
Metronet Fiber in Lubbock, TX
Metronet offers Fiber service to 77.4% of Lubbock homes. Across the city, Metronet Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,924 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,120 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Metronet Fiber.
EarthLink Fiber in Lubbock, TX
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 71.5% of Lubbock homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,827 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for EarthLink Fiber. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Lubbock from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Lubbock, TX
AT&T offers Fiber service to 71.5% of Lubbock homes. Across the city, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,827 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for AT&T Fiber. AT&T Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Lubbock from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Optimum Fiber in Lubbock, TX
Optimum offers Fiber service to 5.2% of Lubbock homes. Across the city, Optimum Fiber has speeds up to 940 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Lubbock?
TWN Communications Fixed Wireless in Lubbock, TX
TWN Communications offers Fixed Wireless service to 97.3% of Lubbock homes. Across the city, TWN Communications Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 3.1 Mbps throughout the city.
Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless in Lubbock, TX
Rise Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 97.2% of Lubbock homes. Across the city, Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 247 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 500 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 5.0 and as high as 100, with an average of 49 Mbps throughout the city.
Telespan Fixed Wireless in Lubbock, TX
Telespan offers Fixed Wireless service to 90.7% of Lubbock homes. Across the city, Telespan Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 70 Mbps, with speeds from 30 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 10 and as high as 40, with an average of 28 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Lubbock, TX
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 89.5% of Lubbock homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 282 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 19 Mbps throughout the city.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Lubbock, TX
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 87.8% of Lubbock homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 56 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 9.9 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Lubbock, TX
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 67.6% of Lubbock homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 48 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 8.3 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Lubbock, TX
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 67.6% of Lubbock homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 48 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 8.3 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Lubbock?
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Lubbock?
EarthLink DSL in Lubbock, TX
EarthLink offers DSL service to 61.7% of Lubbock homes. Across the city, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 64 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 13 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Lubbock from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Lubbock, TX
AT&T offers DSL service to 61.7% of Lubbock homes. Across the city, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 64 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 13 Mbps throughout the city. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Lubbock from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Windstream DSL in Lubbock, TX
Windstream offers DSL service to 1.5% of Lubbock homes. Across the city, Windstream DSL has speeds up to 80 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 9.8 Mbps throughout the city. Windstream DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Lubbock from Windstream in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Lubbock by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 20.4% of homes in South Overton to 100.0% in University Pines; by ZIP code, from 59.2% in 79403 to 100.0% in 79411. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Lubbock
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arnett Benson | 8,405 | 90.4% | 4,001 Mbps | 10.7 | A- | 26/100 |
| South Overton | 8,003 | 20.4% | 2,776 Mbps | 11.3 | B | 64/100 |
| Bayless Atkins | 7,660 | 100.0% | 4,070 Mbps | 10.6 | A | 45/100 |
| Parkway and Cherry Point | 5,535 | 85.0% | 4,077 Mbps | 10.9 | A- | 41/100 |
| North Overton | 4,579 | 78.3% | 2,232 Mbps | 9.8 | B+ | 21/100 |
| Bowie | 4,020 | 89.7% | 2,668 Mbps | 11 | A- | 40/100 |
| University Pines | 3,384 | 100.0% | 4,746 Mbps | 12.1 | A | 55/100 |
| Caprock | 3,283 | 100.0% | 4,651 Mbps | 11 | A | 58/100 |
| Waters | 3,211 | 94.5% | 4,317 Mbps | 11.5 | A- | 69/100 |
| Tech Terrace-U.N.I.T. | 3,196 | 89.0% | 5,027 Mbps | 11.8 | A- | 66/100 |
| Clapp Park | 3,102 | 100.0% | 4,273 Mbps | 12.1 | A | 65/100 |
| Wester | 3,014 | 99.3% | 4,545 Mbps | 10.2 | A | 29/100 |
ZIP codes in Lubbock
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79424 | 53,502 | 98.6% | 3,836 Mbps | 10.7 | A | 73/100 |
| 79423 | 42,335 | 99.2% | 3,848 Mbps | 10.7 | A | 75/100 |
| 79416 | 36,046 | 96.2% | 4,027 Mbps | 10.6 | A- | 64/100 |
| 79407 | 23,348 | 82.9% | 3,501 Mbps | 10.9 | B+ | 52/100 |
| 79413 | 20,890 | 99.2% | 4,852 Mbps | 11.5 | A | 73/100 |
| 79414 | 17,520 | 99.9% | 4,480 Mbps | 11 | A | 37/100 |
| 79415 | 17,423 | 81.6% | 3,606 Mbps | 9.8 | B+ | 32/100 |
| 79403 | 15,607 | 59.2% | 2,510 Mbps | 9 | B | 39/100 |
| 79412 | 14,778 | 99.5% | 4,194 Mbps | 11.3 | A | 50/100 |
| 79404 | 10,004 | 76.0% | 3,669 Mbps | 10.2 | B+ | 31/100 |
| 79401 | 8,792 | 88.5% | 2,928 Mbps | 10.5 | A- | 23/100 |
| 79410 | 8,684 | 99.9% | 4,827 Mbps | 11.9 | A | 62/100 |
| 79411 | 7,281 | 100.0% | 4,695 Mbps | 11.9 | A | 47/100 |
| 79409 | 6,905 | 0.0% | 25 Mbps | 0 | F | 47/100 |
| 79406 | 47 | 76.6% | 940 Mbps | 8 | B- | 60/100 |
How Lubbock Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Lubbock that have their own pages are all within 16 miles. Among them, Wilson has the most homes with fiber (99.7%) and New Deal the fewest (51.4%); Lubbock has 91.2%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lubbock (this page) | 279,822 | 91.2% | 3,939 Mbps | 10.8 | A- | 59/100 |
| Wolfforth | 8,324 | 98.4% | 1,591 Mbps | 9.7 | A- | 81/100 |
| Slaton | 7,777 | 82.0% | 915 Mbps | 8 | B- | 39/100 |
| Shallowater | 5,849 | 80.4% | 1,842 Mbps | 9 | B | 71/100 |
| Idalou | 3,439 | 77.2% | 1,569 Mbps | 6.5 | B- | 49/100 |
| Ransom Canyon | 1,630 | 82.7% | 966 Mbps | 6.2 | C+ | 60/100 |
| New Deal | 1,479 | 51.4% | 860 Mbps | 7.5 | C+ | 27/100 |
| Wilson | 1,139 | 99.7% | 1,363 Mbps | 5.5 | B | 69/100 |
| Smyer | 811 | 55.1% | 871 Mbps | 6.5 | C | 44/100 |
| West Carlisle | 784 | 0.8% | 284 Mbps | 7.2 | C- | 44/100 |
| Buffalo Springs | 454 | 45.8% | 940 Mbps | 7 | C | 63/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Lubbock?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Metronet. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, AT&T and EarthLink should have faster speeds at a local level. While we typically put more weight on real-world customer ratings, we display both satisfaction and technical maximum information for customers to decide for themselves.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Lubbock
| Metronet | 5,120 |
|---|---|
| AT&T | 5,000 |
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| Windstream | 2,000 |
| South Plains | 1,000 |
| Optimum | 940 |
| Rise Broadband | 500 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| TWN Communications | 100 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| Telespan | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Lubbock Internet Providers
Based on 309 reviews from Texas internet customers, Metronet is the best internet service provider for Lubbock residents. Metronet was rated at an average of 3.75 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. AT&T wins for second-place in Texas, with 3.67 out of 5 stars and 94.0% coverage in Lubbock.
At a national level, based on 2704 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.01 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Lubbock Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Lubbock, Texas, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Lubbock Overall | Texas Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
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| Metronet | (2) | (24) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (6) | (184) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (16) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (0) | (4) | (99) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (1) | (11) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (29) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (2) | (40) | (279) | View Plans | ||
| TWN Communications | (0) | (0) | (9) | View Plans | ||
| Telespan | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| South Plains | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Lubbock
Based on data reported by Lubbock ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through AT&T and EarthLink. These internet providers offer speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in Lubbock. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 3,686 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Metronet. This indicates Metronet reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Lubbock Speed | Texas Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
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| Metronet | (2) | (24) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (6) | (184) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (16) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (0) | (4) | (99) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (29) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (2) | (40) | (279) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (1) | (11) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| TWN Communications | (0) | (0) | (9) | View Plans | ||
| Telespan | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| South Plains | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Lubbock?
Of the providers in Lubbock, customers rate Metronet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Lubbock where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Texas or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
Metronet is rated 4.50 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. EarthLink is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Lubbock, Texas, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Lubbock
| ISP / Tech Type | Lubbock Affordability | Texas Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metronet | (2) | (24) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (16) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (0) | (4) | (99) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (6) | (184) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (1) | (11) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (29) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (2) | (40) | (279) | View Plans | ||
| TWN Communications | (0) | (0) | (9) | View Plans | ||
| Telespan | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| South Plains | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Texas
Customer Reviews
Makayla B.
Optimum Fiber
February 27, 2026 Thankfully, we have had little to no quality problems, unlike my parents with their providers. If through a near miss with tornados, our service was perfectly in tact and we had no issues through the storm. We seldom have issues with slow service and have never had issues with our service going completely out. Our community members have had issues during weather with different providers, but we never experienced it. We are pretty satisfied with our provider and service.
A Lubbock, TX Customer
XFINITY Fiber
January 22, 2026 Xfinity internet service at my home has been consistently fast and reliable, easily handling streaming, gaming, and multiple devices without lag. Installation was quick, and the technician was professional and helpful. I appreciate the user-friendly app that allows me to monitor usage and reset the modem remotely when needed. While the pricing could be more competitive, the overall performance and stability make it a worthwhile investment.
A Lubbock, TX Customer
AT&T Fiber
January 10, 2026 Sydney A.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless
December 17, 2025 I love that T-Mobile's internet lets me install it without assistance. However, I wish that the speeds were more reliable. Sometimes the internet will be super fast, and other times, it will randomly slow down. I also wish the pricing was more affordable since I pay over $50 a month for my service. I wish there was a discount for customers that have been using the service for over a year or two. I also wish there was a Wi-Fi extender that could be attached to the router to make the connection stronger. Overall, I would rather be able to install the internet quickly upon move-in rather than deal with the headache of scheduling an installation, but the service provided could use some improvements.
Ash. F
AT&T Fiber
November 20, 2025 I have really enjoyed my service, but the area I'm in doesn't always provide the best speed. But I have never lost internet access, even in bad weather, which I am so lucky. Fiber is definitely the way to go for me because of the speed and protection against weather.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Lubbock?
The right ISP for you depends upon your needs, but in general we can make the following suggestions:
- The best all-around internet service provider in Lubbock is Metronet.
- The fastest internet provider should be AT&T and EarthLink. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Metronet may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Lubbock is Metronet.
- Viasat, TWN Communications, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Lubbock, available to 97.3% of homes, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what’s available at your home, please use our address search tool.
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