9 Best Internet Providers in Tidwell, TX

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Above are the top 4 providers in Tidwell, 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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Who is the Best Internet Provider in Tidwell, TX?

360 Communications is the highest-rated internet provider in Tidwell based on 228 Texas customer reviews, and 360 Communications 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. The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Tidwell, Texas, and customers throughout the country.

Top Rated Internet Providers in Tidwell

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

Based on 228 reviews from Texas internet customers, 360 Communications is the best internet service provider for Tidwell residents. 360 Communications was rated at an average of 4.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Peoples Telecom wins for second-place in Texas, with 4.80 out of 5 stars and 58.4% coverage in Tidwell.

At a national level, based on 1302 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 Tidwell?

According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the city, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by 360 Communications. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Element8 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 Tidwell

	ISP / Tech Type	Max Advertised Speed
	Element8	500 Mbps
	360 Communications	200 Mbps
	Nextlink	100 Mbps
	AT&T	100 Mbps
	EarthLink	100 Mbps
	T-Mobile Home Internet	100 Mbps
	Viasat	100 Mbps
	Rise Broadband	50 Mbps
	Point Broadband	40 Mbps
	Peoples Telecom	25 Mbps
	HughesNet	25 Mbps

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Tidwell

Based on data reported by Tidwell ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Element8. The company offers speeds up to 500 Mbps in Tidwell. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 500 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 360 Communications. This indicates 360 Communications reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Tidwell?

Texas customers rate 360 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.

360 Communications received a local rating of 3.00 out of 5, which is much lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. Peoples Telecom is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Tidwell customers with an average price rating of 4.40 out of 5.

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

Rated Affordability in Tidwell

Tidwell 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 Tidwell below, including the metrics used and how Tidwell compares to the rest of Texas and nation.

Tidwell ISP Report Card: D+

	Metric (hover for details)	Tidwell	Texas	USA
	Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Tidwell that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home.	0.00%	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.	452 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 Tidwell.	5.5	7.8	6.8

 

Tidwell Digital Connectivity Index: 33 / 100

	Metric (hover for details)	Tidwell	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.	2.6	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.	3%	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.	92%	96%	95%
	Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives.	91%	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.	43%	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.	43%	74%	76%

Tidwell ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index

The ISP Report Card in Tidwell is D+, which is much worse than other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Tidwell is high with a score of 33 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Tidwell have done a poor job meeting the needs of its residents.

The Tidwell 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.

91% of Tidwell households have an internet connection despite having 100.00% availability. 43% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 17% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 2% 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 43% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 43% subscribe to it. A very low number of Tidwell 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 Tidwell?

How Much Speed does a Tidwell Household Need?

Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Tidwell is 2.6, which is smaller than the Texas average of 2.8 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. Tidwell's average household income is $82,491 which is higher than the Texas average of $89,715 and 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.

Tidwell also has 15% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Texas average of 17%. Additionally, 3% of residents work from home, which is lower 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 Tidwell has a low need for internet connectivity and speeds.

Compared to the rest of the country, Tidwell households are about average when it comes to technological engagement. 92% of households have some sort of computing device, 81% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 92% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.

Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Tidwell?

According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no fiber providers available in Tidwell, TX.

Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Tidwell?

According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Tidwell, TX.

Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Tidwell?

Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Tidwell?

Which ISP Should You Choose in Tidwell?

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 Tidwell is 360 Communications.
• The fastest internet provider should be Element8. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, 360 Communications may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
• The most affordable internet provider in Tidwell is 360 Communications.
• Point Broadband, 360 Communications, T-Mobile Home Internet, HughesNet, and Viasat has the broadest coverage in Tidwell, 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 Tidwell compare to other cities with a similar population?

To see how Tidwell 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 Tidwell's D+ ISP Report Card and 33 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.