Internet providers in Austin, Texas
15 providers listed for this area.
Plans fromCheck availabilitySpeeds up to 400 Mbps
Serves parts of the area
Plans from$30/moSpeeds up to 2 Gig
Serves parts of the area
Plans from$35/moSpeeds up to 5 Gig
Serves parts of the area
Plans from$50/moSpeeds up to 498 Mbps
Serves parts of the area
Plans from$60/moSpeeds up to 250 Mbps
Serves parts of the area
Plans from$29.99/moSpeeds up to 500 Mbps
Serves parts of the area
- ViasatPlans fromCheck availability
Serves parts of the area
- HughesnetPlans fromCheck availability
Serves parts of the area
Plans fromCheck availabilityServes parts of the area
- XNET WiFiPlans fromCheck availability
Serves parts of the area
Plans from$70/moSpeeds up to 8 Gig
Serves parts of the area
Plans fromCheck availabilityServes parts of the area
- Western BroadbandPlans fromCheck availability
Serves parts of the area
- HillcountryPlans fromCheck availability
Serves parts of the area
Plans fromCheck availabilityServes parts of the area
- Fusion ConnectPlans fromCheck availability
Serves parts of the area
- ViasatPlans fromCheck availability
Serves parts of the area
- Ranch WirelessPlans fromCheck availability
Serves parts of the area
Internet in Austin, Texas: what's different here
Austin has 484,550 households, and 95.5% of them pay for home internet. 1.8% have no internet access at home, below the Texas figure of 4.2%.
In the Census figures, more homes use a wired connection (84%) than across Texas (75.8%), and satellite internet is less common here (5.5%) than statewide (8.4%).
For wired service, we list cable from Spectrum and Astound Broadband and fiber from AT&T, Google Fiber (GFiber) and Astound Broadband in parts of Austin.
By monthly searches that name a provider, people in Austin look for AT&T (760) and Spectrum (330) most often.
What people in Austin, Texas search for
The 8 searches below add up to about 3,150 a month in Austin. Counting every search that names a provider, AT&T leads with 760 a month, then Spectrum with 330. 2,020 a month are general searches for providers in Austin, which the comparison table below answers.
| Search | Searches a month | Answered here |
|---|---|---|
| “internet providers austin”, “internet providers austin tx”, “internet service austin tx”, “internet options austin tx”, “internet companies in austin tx”, “internet austin tx”, “home internet austin tx” | 2,020 | Providers compared |
| “at&t internet austin”, “att fiber austin”, “att internet austin tx” | 470 | AT&T in Austin |
| “austin fiber internet”, “fiber internet austin tx” | 210 | Fiber in Austin |
| “spectrum internet austin texas”, “spectrum internet austin tx”, “spectrum wifi austin tx” | 170 | Spectrum in Austin |
| “google fiber internet austin tx” | 140 | Google Fiber (GFiber) plans |
| “western broadband austin tx” | 140 | Western Broadband in the comparison table |
More searches people type into Google in Austin
- “internet outage austin tx” → Each provider's support page, linked in the comparison table
- “astound internet austin tx” → Astound Broadband in the comparison table
- “wifi austin tx” → Home Wi-Fi providers in Austin
Austin, Texas internet at a glance
- Providers listed15Fixed wireless 5 · 5G Home 4 · Satellite 3 · Fiber 3 · Cable 2 · DSL 1
- Plans fromSpectrum$30/mo
- Speeds up toGoogle Fiber (GFiber)8 Gbps
- Fiber3 providersAT&T, Google Fiber (GFiber) and Astound Broadband
Internet plans by speed in Austin, Texas
3 of the providers we list for Austin have a plan of 1 Gbps or more: Spectrum, AT&T and Google Fiber (GFiber). For 300 Mbps or more, the lowest listed price is AT&T at $35/mo.
| Download speed | Providers in Austin with a plan in this range |
|---|---|
| Up to 100 Mbps | Spectrum from $30/mo · Verizon 5G Home from $60/mo · Starlink |
| 101–300 Mbps | Rise Broadband from $29.99/mo · AT&T from $35/mo · Verizon 5G Home from $85/mo · Starlink |
| 301–500 Mbps | Spectrum from $40/mo · Rise Broadband from $49.99/mo · AT&T from $50/mo · T-Mobile Home Internet from $50/mo · Starlink |
| 501–999 Mbps | — |
| 1 Gbps and up | Spectrum from $60/mo · AT&T from $65/mo · Google Fiber (GFiber) from $70/mo |
Test your internet speed in Austin, Texas
7 providers in Austin publish 22 plans we can compare your result with, from 85 Mbps to 8 Gbps (middle plan: 498 Mbps); 7 reach 1 Gbps or more.
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Cable TV and internet providers in Austin, Texas
2 of the providers in Austin also sell TV:
AT&T Internet in Austin, TX
760 searches a month in Austin name AT&T. It offers fiber, 5G home and DSL service in parts of Austin, with 5 plans on its site that fit this area from $35/mo and up to 5 Gbps.
| AT&T plan | Price | Download |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T Fiber 300 | $35/mo | 300 Mbps |
| AT&T Fiber 500 | $50/mo | 500 Mbps |
| AT&T Fiber 1 GIG | $65/mo | 1 Gbps |
| AT&T Internet Air | $55/mo | — |
| AT&T Fiber 5 GIG | $110/mo | 5 Gbps |
Spectrum Internet in Austin, TX
Spectrum sells cable in parts of Austin; its site lists 3 plans for the area, starting at $30/mo with speeds up to 2 Gbps. 330 local searches a month mention it by name.
| Spectrum plan | Price | Download |
|---|---|---|
| Internet 100 | $30/mo | 100 Mbps |
| Internet 500 | $40/mo | 500 Mbps |
| Internet 1 Gig | $60/mo | 1 Gbps |
Who has broadband in Austin, Texas
In Austin, broadband use is 16.9 points higher in households earning $75,000 or more than in those under $20,000 (the Texas gap is 21.2 points). 10.5% of Austin residents aged 65 and over (about 10,400 people) live in a home without internet or without a computer; across Texas it's 15.3%.
| Household income | Austin: broadband | Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Under $20,000 | 79.9% | 75.4% |
| $20,000–$34,999 | 87.8% | 82.8% |
| $35,000–$49,999 | 90.9% | 88.6% |
| $50,000–$74,999 | 95% | 92.6% |
| $75,000 or more | 96.8% | 96.6% |
| Age | Austin: in a home with broadband | Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 93.8% | 95.1% |
| 18 to 64 | 94.4% | 93.9% |
| 65 and over | 89.4% | 84.5% |
Austin, Texas internet service providers (ISPs) compared
| Provider | Type | Coverage | Starting price | Download up to | ACSI score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starlink | Satellite | Serves parts of Austin | Check availability | 400 Mbps | 76 |
| Spectrum | Cable | Serves parts of Austin | $30/mo | 2 Gbps | 71 |
| AT&T | Fiber, 5G Home, DSL | Serves parts of Austin | $35/mo | 5 Gbps | 79 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 5G Home | Serves parts of Austin | $50/mo | 498 Mbps | 78 |
| Verizon 5G Home | 5G Home | Serves parts of Austin | $60/mo | 250 Mbps | 79 |
| Rise Broadband | Fixed wireless | Serves parts of Austin | $29.99/mo | 500 Mbps | — |
| Viasat | Satellite | Serves parts of Austin | Check availability | Check availability | — |
| Hughesnet | Satellite | Serves parts of Austin | Check availability | Check availability | — |
| Mint Mobile | 5G Home | Serves parts of Austin | Check availability | Check availability | — |
| XNET WiFi | Fixed wireless | Serves parts of Austin | Check availability | Check availability | — |
| Google Fiber (GFiber) | Fiber | Serves parts of Austin | $70/mo | 8 Gbps | — |
| Astound Broadband | Fiber, Cable | Serves parts of Austin | Check availability | Check availability | — |
| Western Broadband | Fixed wireless | Serves parts of Austin | Check availability | Check availability | — |
| Hillcountry | Fixed wireless | Serves parts of Austin | Check availability | Check availability | — |
| Nextlink Internet | Fixed wireless | Serves parts of Austin | Check availability | Check availability | — |
Fiber internet in Austin, Texas
3 of the 15 providers we list for Austin, Texas offer fiber in parts of Austin:
- Google Fiber (GFiber): plans up to 8 Gbps
- AT&T: plans up to 5 Gbps
- Astound Broadband
Austin compared with the closest Texas cities we cover
At 1.8% of homes without internet, Austin is above Cedar Park and Leander and below Round Rock and Georgetown. We list 4 fiber providers for Austin; Round Rock (5) and Georgetown (5) have more.
| City | Distance | Households | No internet at home | Wired connection | Providers listed | Fiber providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin | — | 484,550 | 1.8% | 84% | 15 | 4 |
| Cedar Park | 15 mi | 28,889 | 1.6% | 88.8% | 13 | 2 |
| Round Rock | 17 mi | 51,351 | 2.6% | 85.1% | 16 | 5 |
| Leander | 20 mi | 29,616 | 0.6% | 90.9% | 17 | 2 |
| Georgetown | 26 mi | 39,528 | 2.6% | 83.9% | 18 | 5 |
| New Braunfels | 47 mi | 46,855 | 1.8% | 81.3% | 13 | 4 |
Home internet by ZIP code in Austin, Texas
Across Austin's ZIP codes, the share of homes with no internet runs from 0% in 78719 to 23.3% in 78742. 78705 has the lowest median household income ($32,380) and 83.3% of its homes have broadband; in 78739 ($238,559) it's 96.2%.
| ZIP code | Households | With broadband | No internet | Median income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78742 | 365 | 55.9% | 23.3% | — |
| 78721 | 4,973 | 86.3% | 11% | $84,573 |
| 78753 | 24,538 | 88% | 8.4% | $65,170 |
| 78752 | 11,160 | 89.3% | 6.6% | $67,682 |
| 78702 | 13,759 | 91.5% | 6.1% | $102,171 |
| 78758 | 25,676 | 92% | 6% | $74,381 |
| 78723 | 16,669 | 92.2% | 5.4% | $100,329 |
| 78745 | 30,293 | 91.9% | 5.4% | $86,109 |
| 78617 | 8,950 | 93.8% | 5.3% | $71,640 |
| 78724 | 10,379 | 94% | 4.6% | $77,926 |
| 78749 | 15,989 | 92.7% | 4.6% | $111,079 |
| 78741 | 23,867 | 90.7% | 4.2% | $66,741 |
| 78756 | 4,637 | 93.8% | 4% | $94,701 |
| 78747 | 9,096 | 93.4% | 3.6% | $92,748 |
| 78744 | 20,976 | 93.2% | 3.1% | $83,002 |
The 15 ZIP codes with the largest share of homes without internet are shown; all 43 are listed below.
- 78617
- 78652
- 78701
- 78702
- 78703
- 78704
- 78705
- 78712
- 78717
- 78719
- 78721
- 78722
- 78723
- 78724
- 78725
- 78726
- 78727
- 78728
- 78729
- 78730
- 78731
- 78732
- 78733
- 78735
- 78736
- 78739
- 78741
- 78742
- 78744
- 78745
- 78746
- 78747
- 78748
- 78749
- 78750
- 78751
- 78752
- 78753
- 78754
- 78756
- 78757
- 78758
- 78759
How Austin households connect
About 8,900 Austin homes (1.8%) have no internet access at all, below the Texas rate of 4.2%. Another 17,200 have a computer but no internet plan (3.5%; Texas 4.2%). For 9.8% of households a cellular data plan is the only subscription, below the 13.3% statewide, and 6.6% rely on a smartphone as their only device (Texas 11.5%). 88.9% of Austin homes have a desktop or laptop and 1.5% have no computer of any kind; satellite subscriptions reach 5.5% (below the Texas 8.4%). The median household income is $90,430 (±$2,569), against $79,721 for Texas.
Free and low-cost internet help in Austin
- 5G Wi-Fi hotspot lending (Austin Public Library): Customers with a valid APL card (excluding Group Cards) can borrow a hotspot; a valid card is not expired, has no more than $24.99 in unpaid fees, and is not in collection status. Hotspots have a 3-week loan period, no renewals, limit one per card. If there is no hold, the hotspot can be checked out again after it is returned. Holds are picked up and checked out at the Circulation Desk. Lost or damaged hotspot fee is $264; USB cable, wall charger or case is $10 each. (library.austintexas.gov)
- Laptop lending (Austin Public Library): Circulating laptops: 3 weeks, two renewals (unless another customer has placed a hold or the account is not in good standing). In-library laptops at select locations: 4 hours, no renewals, limit one per card. (library.austintexas.gov)
- Community Technology programs (City of Austin Community Technology): The Grant for Technology Opportunities Program (GTOPs) offers three award pathways for organizations to apply for funding or devices. The city contracts with Austin Free-Net, which manages the city's public access computer and technology labs and delivers digital literacy training. The Technology Lending Library has laptops and other equipment that Austin residents and organizations can reserve. The Community PC Program provides refurbished devices to local nonprofits. (austintexas.gov)
Frequently asked questions
How many internet providers are there in Austin, Texas?
We list 15 residential internet providers for Austin, Texas. By service type: Fixed wireless 5, 5G Home 4, Satellite 3, Fiber 3, Cable 2, DSL 1 (some providers offer more than one type).
How much does internet cost in Austin, Texas?
6 of the 15 providers we list for Austin publish prices. The lowest is $30/mo from Spectrum, and 3 have a plan under $50/mo.
What internet speeds are available in Austin, Texas?
The highest plan speed listed for Austin is 8 Gbps (Google Fiber (GFiber)). Spectrum, AT&T and Google Fiber (GFiber) have plans of 1 Gbps or more here.
Is fiber internet available in Austin, Texas?
Yes. AT&T, Google Fiber (GFiber) and Astound Broadband offer fiber in parts of Austin.
Which ZIP codes in Austin, Texas do you cover?
43 ZIP codes overlap Austin, Texas: 78617, 78652, 78701, 78702, 78703, 78704, 78705, 78712, 78717, 78719, 78721, 78722, 78723, 78724, 78725, 78726, 78727, 78728, 78729, 78730, 78731, 78732, 78733, 78735, 78736, 78739, 78741, 78742, 78744, 78745, 78746, 78747, 78748, 78749, 78750, 78751, 78752, 78753, 78754, 78756, 78757, 78758, 78759.
Who are the internet service providers (ISPs) in Austin, TX?
The ISPs we list for Austin are Starlink, Spectrum, AT&T, T-Mobile Home Internet, Verizon 5G Home, Rise Broadband, Viasat, Hughesnet, Mint Mobile, XNET WiFi, Google Fiber (GFiber), Astound Broadband, Western Broadband, Hillcountry, Nextlink Internet.
Is AT&T available in Austin, TX?
AT&T serves parts of Austin, with plans from $35/mo. 760 searches a month in Austin name AT&T.
Is Spectrum available in Austin, TX?
Spectrum serves parts of Austin, with plans from $30/mo. 330 searches a month in Austin name Spectrum.
Who provides home Wi-Fi in Austin, TX?
Home Wi-Fi comes from an internet plan plus a router. In Austin, providers we can order for you include Spectrum, AT&T, T-Mobile Home Internet, Verizon 5G Home. Most include or rent a Wi-Fi router with the plan.
Sources
- Plans, prices and speeds: each provider's own site (latest check Nov 6, 2026); providers without published prices show “Check availability”.
- Provider list: comparison sites; coverage varies by address. Starlink availability and pricing depend on your address; starlink.com lists service in select areas only.
- Household figures: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2024 1-year (city) and 2020–2024 5-year (ZIP code, income and age) estimates; ZIP list from the 2020 ZCTA-to-city file (ZIPs with at least a tenth of their land in the city); distances from the 2024 Gazetteer.
- Search volumes: Semrush, U.S. database, Nov 6, 2026. Other searches: Google search suggestions, Nov 6, 2026.
- Customer ratings: American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI), shown only where a score is published. The order of providers isn't a ranking.
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