Best Internet Providers in Waco, TX
All 10 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Waco, TX
Waco has 10 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, Fixed Wireless, and DSL 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 Waco.
Ranks compare Waco with the 305 US medium cities (100,000 to 249,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Waco, TX at a Glance
Waco Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Spectrum
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
Astound Broadband
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
AT&T
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
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 Waco ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Waco, TX?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Waco based on 471 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 Waco?
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 Waco
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Astound Broadband - cable coverage map
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- Pavlov Media - fiber coverage map
- Nextlink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Astound Broadband - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Central Link Broadband - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
- Rise Broadband - fixed wireless coverage map
How Waco Compares to Places Its Size
Waco's report card score is tied 102nd of 305 and its connectivity index is tied 257th of 305.
| Measure | Waco | Rank among US medium cities (100,000 to 249,999 people) | McLennan County | Texas | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 75.8% | 174th of 305 | 64.7% | 82.8% | 71.5% | Overland Park, KS (99.9%) |
| Average top speed | 4,010 Mbps | 140th of 305 | 3,550 Mbps | 4,265 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | West Valley City, UT (9,708 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 9.1 | Tied 41st of 305 | 9 | 8.1 | 7.1 | Carolina, PR (12.6) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.6 | Tied 154th of 305 | 2.7 | 2.8 | 2.7 | Lakewood, NJ (5.1) |
| Workers who work from home | 10% | Tied 233rd of 305 | 11% | 15% | 15% | Frisco, TX (38%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 95% | Tied 237th of 305 | 96% | 96% | 96% | 46 places at 99% |
| Homes with internet | 88% | Tied 279th of 305 | 90% | 92% | 91% | Allen, TX and Cumming, GA and 8 more (98%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 70% | Tied 272nd of 305 | 69% | 74% | 76% | Highlands Ranch, CO (92%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 71% | Tied 282nd of 305 | 76% | 80% | 81% | Frisco, TX (96%) |
| Median household income | $55,044 | 300th of 305 | $75,769 | $92,311 | $93,246 | Sunnyvale, CA ($189,225) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 25% | Tied 19th of 305 | 19% | 17% | 16% | College Station, TX (57%) |
Fiber reaches 75.8% of homes in Waco, against 64.7% across McLennan County and 82.8% across Texas. Households in Waco are smaller than the US average (2.6 people against 2.7); 10% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $55,044 (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 Waco
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Waco?
EarthLink Fiber in Waco, TX
Availability:
61.2%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
4,351 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 61.2% of Waco homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,351 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 Waco from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Waco, TX
Availability:
61.2%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
4,351 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 61.2% of Waco homes. Across the city, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,351 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 Waco from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Spectrum Fiber in Waco, TX
Availability:
12.5%
Customer Rating:
(207)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 12.5% of Waco homes. Across the city, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Astound Broadband Fiber in Waco, TX
Availability:
10.3%
Customer Rating:
(21)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Fiber service to 10.3% of Waco homes. Across the city, Astound Broadband Fiber has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Pavlov Media Fiber in Waco, TX
Availability:
10.3%
Customer Rating:
(10)
Avg. Download Speed
8,000 Mbps
Pavlov Media offers Fiber service to 10.3% of Waco homes. Across the city, Pavlov Media Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Waco?
Nextlink Fixed Wireless in Waco, TX
Availability:
94.0%
Customer Rating:
(14)
Avg. Download Speed
488 Mbps
Nextlink offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.0% of Waco homes. Across the city, Nextlink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 488 Mbps, with speeds from 100 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 20 and as high as 1,000, with an average of 102 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Waco, TX
Availability:
89.5%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
268 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 89.5% of Waco homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 268 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 18 Mbps throughout the city.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Waco, TX
Availability:
86.2%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
59 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 86.2% of Waco homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 59 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 11 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Waco, TX
Availability:
64.4%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
42 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 64.4% of Waco homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 42 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 6.8 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Waco, TX
Availability:
64.4%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
42 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 64.4% of Waco homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 42 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 6.8 Mbps throughout the city.
Central Link Broadband Fixed Wireless in Waco, TX
Availability:
40.1%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Central Link Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 40.1% of Waco homes. Across the city, Central Link Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless in Waco, TX
Availability:
7.8%
Customer Rating:
(15)
Avg. Download Speed
52 Mbps
Rise Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 7.8% of Waco homes. Across the city, Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 52 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 5.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 10 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Waco?
Spectrum Cable in Waco, TX
Availability:
90.7%
Customer Rating:
(1739)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 90.7% of Waco homes. Across the city, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Astound Broadband Cable in Waco, TX
Availability:
88.7%
Customer Rating:
(97)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Cable service to 88.7% of Waco homes. Across the city, Astound Broadband Cable has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Waco?
EarthLink DSL in Waco, TX
Availability:
44.9%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 44.9% of Waco homes. Across the city, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
AT&T DSL in Waco, TX
Availability:
44.9%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 44.9% of Waco homes. Across the city, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
Internet in Waco by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 19.4% of homes in Carver to 99.5% in Brookview; by ZIP code, from 35.0% in 76705 to 97.9% in 76711. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Waco
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baylor | 8,876 | 38.8% | 5,447 Mbps | 8.5 | B | 76/100 |
| Kendrick | 6,637 | 96.9% | 4,321 Mbps | 9.4 | A | 53/100 |
| Oakwood | 5,741 | 84.7% | 6,743 Mbps | 10.3 | A- | 64/100 |
| Parkdale Viking Hills | 5,582 | 90.9% | 4,473 Mbps | 10 | A- | 56/100 |
| Alta Vista-Waco | 4,974 | 89.1% | 6,959 Mbps | 10.8 | A- | 62/100 |
| Carver | 3,875 | 19.4% | 1,832 Mbps | 9.4 | B- | 49/100 |
| Landon Branch | 3,802 | 99.3% | 3,574 Mbps | 10.8 | A | 60/100 |
| Cedar Ridge | 3,739 | 69.4% | 3,495 Mbps | 10.2 | B+ | 40/100 |
| Brookview | 3,593 | 99.5% | 4,982 Mbps | 9.7 | A | 85/100 |
| University | 3,560 | 97.6% | 4,239 Mbps | 9.4 | A | 53/100 |
| North Waco | 3,548 | 99.0% | 4,965 Mbps | 9.1 | A | 44/100 |
| Richland Hills | 3,508 | 98.5% | 3,369 Mbps | 10.1 | A | 41/100 |
| North Lake Waco | 3,214 | 53.6% | 2,235 Mbps | 7.5 | B- | 76/100 |
ZIP codes in Waco
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76706 | 40,420 | 75.3% | 6,132 Mbps | 9.6 | B+ | 68/100 |
| 76705 | 31,822 | 35.0% | 2,568 Mbps | 8.4 | B | 45/100 |
| 76708 | 27,665 | 79.2% | 3,340 Mbps | 8.9 | B+ | 61/100 |
| 76710 | 25,590 | 96.1% | 4,181 Mbps | 10 | A- | 52/100 |
| 76707 | 16,322 | 90.2% | 4,318 Mbps | 9.1 | A- | 54/100 |
| 76711 | 10,013 | 97.9% | 4,502 Mbps | 9.7 | A | 49/100 |
| 76704 | 7,260 | 56.0% | 2,337 Mbps | 9.1 | B | 47/100 |
| 76701 | 1,674 | 65.2% | 2,401 Mbps | 9 | B | 22/100 |
| 76798 | 1,050 | 0.0% | 25 Mbps | 0 | F | 54/100 |
How Waco Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Waco that have their own pages are all within 11 miles. Among them, Beverly Hills has the most homes with fiber (98.7%) and Elm Mott the fewest (0.0%); Waco has 75.8%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waco (this page) | 125,559 | 75.8% | 4,010 Mbps | 9.1 | B+ | 57/100 |
| Woodway | 28,874 | 77.2% | 3,709 Mbps | 9.5 | B+ | 78/100 |
| Hewitt | 16,224 | 89.5% | 6,337 Mbps | 10.4 | A- | 85/100 |
| Robinson | 13,095 | 87.2% | 7,095 Mbps | 10.1 | A- | 71/100 |
| Bellmead | 10,494 | 28.3% | 2,186 Mbps | 9.7 | B | 52/100 |
| Lorena | 8,806 | 69.8% | 1,918 Mbps | 10.2 | B | 74/100 |
| Lacy-Lakeview | 7,036 | 65.3% | 3,708 Mbps | 8.9 | B+ | 49/100 |
| Elm Mott | 3,103 | 0.0% | 947 Mbps | 8 | C- | 35/100 |
| Beverly Hills | 1,969 | 98.7% | 4,417 Mbps | 10 | A | 39/100 |
| Ocee | 962 | 49.5% | 913 Mbps | 7.6 | C+ | 73/100 |
| Hallsburg | 734 | 0.0% | 820 Mbps | 4.5 | D | 28/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Waco?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by AT&T. 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 Waco
| Pavlov Media | 8,000 |
|---|---|
| AT&T | 5,000 |
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| Astound Broadband | 1,500 |
| Nextlink | 1,000 |
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| Central Link Broadband | 100 |
| Rise Broadband | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Waco Internet Providers
Based on 471 reviews from Texas internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Waco residents. AT&T was rated at an average of 3.63 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. EarthLink wins for second-place in Texas, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 87.7% coverage in Waco.
At a national level, based on 4343 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.02 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Waco Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Waco, Texas, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Waco Overall | Texas Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (0) | (184) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (4) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (16) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| Pavlov Media | (0) |  (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (11) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (29) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (16) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (4) | (14) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (2) | (199) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| Central Link Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Waco
Based on data reported by Waco 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 Waco. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 3,048 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with AT&T. This indicates AT&T reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Waco Speed | Texas Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astound Broadband | (4) | (14) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (184) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (16) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| Pavlov Media | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (11) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (29) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (16) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (2) | (199) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| Central Link Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Waco?
Of the providers in Waco, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Waco 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.
AT&T is rated 3.50 out of 5 for price, which is lower 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 Waco, Texas, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Waco
| ISP / Tech Type | Waco Affordability | Texas Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astound Broadband | (4) | (14) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (184) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (16) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| Pavlov Media | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (11) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (29) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (16) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (2) | (199) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| Central Link Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Texas
Customer Reviews
Rachel B.
Astound Broadband Cable
June 13, 2026 After being a customer for several years our price continued to increase. I would see ads for lower prices pretty frequently. I called to ask about getting the advertised special and was informed it was for NEW customers only. I expressed displeasure and advised that I would be going with another provider. The representative I spoke with was able to get me a lower plan that I could live with. I like the speed and rarely have outages. Other people in the neighborhood have other providers and have experienced more frequent outages.
A Robinson, TX Customer
Spectrum Cable
May 28, 2023 Spectrum is my internet provider through my apartment complex. Their standard wifi is garbage, sometimes I have to turn my hotspot on in my own apartment. Most people around me had to get a different wifi provider because of how bad it was. Once I move out of my apartment, I would rather use any other internet provider.
A Waco, TX Customer
Spectrum Cable
May 24, 2023 The only reason I remain with Spectrum is because they're the only service available where I live. The cost is way too high considering the quality of the service. We're constantly having outages and our speed is incredibly slow. I would not recommend Spectrum to anyone.
A Waco, TX Customer
Astound Broadband Cable
April 20, 2023 A Waco, TX Customer
KP Internet Cellular
April 08, 2023 My internet provider charges me around $160 a month for internet, which I feel is a bit steep. I do get fast speeds surfing the web, but when trying to watch videos, there is some lag issues at times, especially when trying to watch Hi-Definition content. It is one of the few internet providers in my area at this time, due to me being in a partly rural area. They advertise no data cap, and I haven't noticed any slowed speeds due to my usage.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Waco?
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 Waco is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be AT&T and EarthLink. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, AT&T may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Waco is AT&T.
- Viasat, Nextlink, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Waco, available to 94.0% 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.