11 Best Internet Providers in Melissa, TX

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Above are the top 4 providers in Melissa, TX for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your city.

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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 Melissa ratings may vary and are shown below.

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Who is the Best Internet Provider in Melissa, TX?

Grayson Collin Communications is the best internet provider in Melissa based on Texas customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Grayson Collin Communications had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Melissa, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Unfortunately, Grayson Collin Communications is an option for 15.26% of the city.

The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Melissa, Texas, and customers throughout the country.

Top Rated Internet Providers in Melissa

Local, State, and National Ratings for all Melissa Internet Providers

Based on 263 reviews from Texas internet customers, Grayson Collin Communications is the best internet service provider for Melissa residents. Grayson Collin Communications was rated at an average of 5.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. AT&T wins for second-place in Texas, with 2.00 out of 5 stars and 97.0% coverage in Melissa.

At a national level, based on 2326 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, 360 Communications is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 2.96 out of 5.

Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Melissa?

According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the city, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Grayson Collin Communications. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, EarthLink and AT&T 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 Melissa

	ISP / Tech Type	Max Advertised Speed
	AT&T	5,000 Mbps
	EarthLink	5,000 Mbps
	SureFire Internet	1,000 Mbps
	Sparklight	1,000 Mbps
	Grayson Collin Communications	1,000 Mbps
	Optimum	940 Mbps
	Verizon	300 Mbps
	Rise Broadband	300 Mbps
	T-Mobile Home Internet	100 Mbps
	Viasat	100 Mbps
	360 Communications	60 Mbps
	Point Broadband	40 Mbps
	HughesNet	25 Mbps

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Melissa

Based on data reported by Melissa ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through EarthLink and AT&T. These internet providers offer speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in Melissa. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 3,463 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.

Additionally, actual customers in the city rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Grayson Collin Communications. This indicates Grayson Collin Communications reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Melissa?

Texas customers rate Grayson Collin Communications as the cheapest internet service provider in state. Data comes from customers in the state rating their satisfaction with pricing. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.

Grayson Collin Communications received a local rating of 5.00 out of 5, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. AT&T is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Melissa customers with an average price rating of 3.00 out of 5.

The chart and graph below show how customers in Melissa, Texas, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.

Rated Affordability in Melissa

Melissa Internet Health Assessment

ISP Reports evaluates the technological infrastructure across the United States. This includes assessing a grade for ISP providers and infrastructure in the city and setting an index number for the digital connectivity of its residents. You can view the ISP Report Card and the Digital Connectivity Index for Melissa below, including the metrics used and how Melissa compares to the rest of Texas and nation.

Melissa ISP Report Card: A-

	Metric (hover for details)	Melissa	Texas	USA
	Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Melissa that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home.	85.42%	78.37%	67.25%
	Average Download SpeedThe maximum download speed most households can get on average. This is measured by availability in a block group and weighted by the population in that area.	3,520 Mbps	3,946 Mbps	3,293 Mbps
	Provider CountThe number of providers available for most people. This is a weighted average by block rather than a total for Melissa.	9.1	7.8	6.8

 

Melissa Digital Connectivity Index: 95 / 100

	Metric (hover for details)	Melissa	Texas	USA
	Average Household SizeA larger household size in a city indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion.	3.3	2.8	2.7
	Work From Home PercentA higher percent of the population working from home indicates bandwidth requirements being more widely needed rather than consolidated to commercial portions of the city.	30%	13%	14%
	Households with DevicesA higher percentage of households with computing devices in the home indicates a higher level of infrastructure needed to support those households.	99%	96%	95%
	Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives.	98%	90%	90%
	Households with BroadbandA higher percentage of households with a broadband connection (defined as speeds above 25 Mbps) indicates heavier usage needs within these households.	87%	73%	75%
	Broadband Usage vs. AvailabilityThis measures what percentage of households who have a broadband connection to their home actually have an active subscription to that service.	88%	74%	76%

Melissa ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index

The ISP Report Card in Melissa is A-, which is much better than other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Melissa is high with a score of 95 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Melissa have done a great job meeting the needs of its residents.

The Melissa ISP Report Card evaluates the city on availability and speed metrics compared to other cities in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a city needs. Please see our ISP Report Card along with the Digital Connectivity Index above to evaluate how well the connectivity demand is met by the existing infrastructure.

98% of Melissa households have an internet connection despite having 99.90% availability. 87% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 17% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 0% of households have internet but don’t pay for a subscription because it’s subsidized by the Affordable Connectivity Program.

As you can see in the table above, while 87% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 88% subscribe to it. A very large amount of Melissa residents are taking advantage of the available internet infrastructure.

For more details, please visit our ISP Report Card and Digital Connectivity Index pages.

How do Neighboring Cities Compare to Melissa?

How Much Speed does a Melissa Household Need?

Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Melissa is 3.3, which is larger than the Texas average of 2.8 and larger than the national average of 2.7. Melissa's average household income is $137,267 which is much higher than the Texas average of $89,715 and much higher than the national average of $90,606. Homes with more people living in them and with higher incomes tend to indicate more devices being used more often.

Melissa also has 21% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is higher than the Texas average of 17%. Additionally, 30% of residents work from home, which is higher than the 13% of residents in Texas who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Melissa has a very high need for internet connectivity and speeds.

Compared to the rest of the country, Melissa households are much more technology-engaged. 99% of households have some sort of computing device, 93% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 98% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.

Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Melissa?

Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Melissa?

Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Melissa?

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Which ISP Should You Choose in Melissa?

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 Melissa is Grayson Collin Communications.
• The fastest internet provider should be EarthLink and AT&T. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Grayson Collin Communications may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
• The most affordable internet provider in Melissa is Grayson Collin Communications.
• Viasat, Rise Broadband, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Melissa, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what's available at your home, please use our address search tool.

How does Melissa compare to other cities with a similar population?

To see how Melissa stacks up on the national level, it's useful to look at some other cities with similarly sized populations. Below you can see a list of these cities and how they compare to Melissa's A- ISP Report Card and 95 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.