Frontier Fiber3% available in Houston
Internet Providers in Houston, Texas
9 providers available in Harris County · speeds up to 2000 Mbps · plans from $40/mo
At the center of Houston, 9 providers show modeled coverage. Verify the providers available at your exact Houston address. How we compute availability.
AT&T Fiber74% available in Houston
Xfinity98% available in Houston
Spectrum3% available in Houston
Optimum2% available in Houston
T-Mobile Home Internet73% available in Houston
AT&T Internet Air24% available in Houston
Verizon 5G Home75% available in Houston
StarlinkAvailable nationwide
Compare providers in Houston
| Provider | Connection | Speeds up to | From | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier Fiber | Fiber | 2,000 Mbps | $49.99/mo | 3% |
| AT&T Fiber | Fiber | 1,000 Mbps | $55/mo | 74% |
| Xfinity | Cable | 1,000 Mbps | $45/mo | 98% |
| Spectrum | Cable | 1,000 Mbps | $50/mo | 3% |
| Optimum | Cable | 940 Mbps | $40/mo | 2% |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed Wireless | 415 Mbps | $60/mo | 73% |
| AT&T Internet Air | Fixed Wireless | 300 Mbps | $55/mo | 24% |
| Verizon 5G Home | Fixed Wireless | 300 Mbps | $60/mo | 75% |
| Starlink | Satellite | 150 Mbps | $120/mo | Nationwide |
Internet plans and packages in Houston
We track 20 advertised plans from 9 providers in Houston, listed below with speeds, data allowances, and contract terms. Entry prices run from $40/mo with Optimum up to $120/mo for the cheapest Starlink plan. These are advertised introductory rates — many rise after the promotional period, and exact pricing can vary by address, so confirm with the provider before ordering.
| Provider | Plan | Download | Advertised price | Data | Contract |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier Fiber | Fiber 500 | 500 Mbps | $49.99/mo | Unlimited | None |
| Frontier Fiber | Fiber 1 Gig | 1,000 Mbps | $74.99/mo | Unlimited | None |
| Frontier Fiber | Fiber 2 Gig | 2,000 Mbps | $109.99/mo | Unlimited | None |
| AT&T Fiber | Fiber 300 | 300 Mbps | $55/mo | Unlimited | None |
| AT&T Fiber | Fiber 500 | 500 Mbps | $65/mo | Unlimited | None |
| AT&T Fiber | Fiber 1 Gig | 1,000 Mbps | $80/mo | Unlimited | None |
| Xfinity | Connect 300 | 300 Mbps | $45/mo | 1.2 TB | None |
| Xfinity | Fast 500 | 500 Mbps | $55/mo | 1.2 TB | None |
| Xfinity | Gigabit | 1,000 Mbps | $75/mo | 1.2 TB | None |
| Spectrum | Internet 500 | 500 Mbps | $50/mo | Unlimited | None |
| Spectrum | Internet Premier 1 Gig | 1,000 Mbps | $70/mo | Unlimited | None |
| Optimum | Optimum 300 | 300 Mbps | $40/mo | Unlimited | None |
| Optimum | Optimum 500 | 500 Mbps | $60/mo | Unlimited | None |
| Optimum | Optimum 1 Gig | 940 Mbps | $80/mo | Unlimited | None |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | Rely Home Internet | 415 Mbps | $60/mo | Unlimited | None |
| AT&T Internet Air | Internet Air | 300 Mbps | $55/mo | Not specified | None |
| Verizon 5G Home | 5G Home | 100 Mbps | $60/mo | Unlimited | None |
| Verizon 5G Home | 5G Home Plus | 150 Mbps | $70/mo | Unlimited | None |
| Verizon 5G Home | 5G Home Ultimate | 300 Mbps | $85/mo | Unlimited | None |
| Starlink | Residential | 150 Mbps | $120/mo | Unlimited | None |
Coverage in Houston
FCC COVERAGE — HARRIS COUNTY
Frontier Fiber3%
AT&T Fiber74%
Xfinity98%
Spectrum3%
Optimum2%
T-Mobile Home Internet73%
AT&T Internet Air24%
Verizon 5G Home75%
Share of serviceable locations in Harris County covered per FCC Broadband Data Collection filings. Satellite (available everywhere) not shown.
Internet options in Houston, Texas
Houston residents in Harris County can choose from 9 internet providers. The area is served by Satellite, Cable, Fixed Wireless, and Fiber, with download speeds ranging from 100 to 2000 Mbps. As one of the larger cities in Texas, Houston benefits from robust cable infrastructure and active fiber expansion from multiple internet providers. Plan pricing in Houston starts at $40/month, with the fastest available plan reaching 2000 Mbps. Whether you work from home, stream video, or just need reliable connectivity for day-to-day use, understanding what each technology delivers — and where it's available in Harris County — helps you choose the right plan.
Choosing the right internet in Houston
Fiber internet is available in parts of Houston — if your address qualifies, it's the strongest option on the market. AT&T Fiber and Frontier Fiber offer symmetrical speeds up to 2000 Mbps with no data caps, meaning your upload speed matches your download speed. That symmetry matters for Houston households doing video calls, remote work, and uploading large files. Check address-level availability before assuming fiber has reached your block in Harris County.
Fixed-wireless internet from Verizon 5G Home and AT&T Internet Air and T-Mobile Home Internet reach homes in Houston that lack access to fiber or cable. Rather than requiring buried cable infrastructure, Verizon 5G Home and AT&T Internet Air and T-Mobile Home Internet transmit radio signals from towers near Houston directly to a receiver mounted on your home. Typical plans run from 100 to 415 Mbps down — sufficient for HD streaming, video conferencing, and remote work. Line of sight to a tower is required, so coverage depends on your exact address and local terrain in Harris County.
Cable internet in Houston comes from 3 companies — Optimum, Xfinity, and Spectrum — with top download tiers reaching 1,000 Mbps. Cable footprints don't always overlap, so which of them can wire your home depends on your street — check your exact address rather than assuming every cable company reaches every part of Harris County. Across all of them, upload speeds run far below download speeds, which is fine for streaming but can pinch during large uploads or back-to-back video calls.
Starlink satellite internet is available at any address in Houston, making it a reliable last-resort option for homes where terrestrial providers haven't reached. At $120/month with no long-term contract, it costs more than most wired services — but for locations in Harris County where fixed wireless and cable aren't an option, the performance improvement over legacy satellite is significant. Expect typical download speeds around 150 Mbps and meaningfully lower latency than older geostationary satellite systems serving Harris County.
Frequently asked questions
- What internet providers are available in Houston, Texas?
- Houston has 9 internet providers: Starlink, Optimum, Verizon 5G Home, AT&T Internet Air, AT&T Fiber, T-Mobile Home Internet, Xfinity, Frontier Fiber, Spectrum. Technology types available include Satellite, Cable, Fixed Wireless, Fiber. Coverage varies by address — check your specific street address above to see which providers serve your home in Harris County.
- What is the fastest internet speed available in Houston?
- The fastest plan in Houston offers 2000 Mbps download from Frontier Fiber on their Fiber 2 Gig plan at $109.99/month. Top advertised plan speeds in Houston cluster around 950 Mbps.
- How much does internet cost in Houston, Texas?
- Internet in Houston starts at $40/month for 300 Mbps from Optimum. Optimum offers this plan with no long-term contract. Prices across all providers range from $40 to $120/month depending on speed and technology type.
- Which cable internet providers serve Houston?
- 3 cable providers serve Houston: Optimum (FCC filings show coverage at about 2% of Harris County serviceable locations; advertised plans from $40/mo, up to 940 Mbps), Xfinity (FCC filings show coverage at about 98% of Harris County serviceable locations; advertised plans from $45/mo, up to 1,000 Mbps), and Spectrum (FCC filings show coverage at about 3% of Harris County serviceable locations; advertised plans from $50/mo, up to 1,000 Mbps). Xfinity is Comcast's consumer brand, so Comcast internet and Xfinity internet are the same service. Cable service is wired street by street, so enter your address above to see which cable company can connect your home.
- Is fiber internet available in Houston?
- Yes, fiber internet is available in parts of Houston through AT&T Fiber and Frontier Fiber. Fiber coverage is address-specific — not every block in Harris County has completed fiber buildout. Use the address checker above to confirm availability at your home.
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Providers serving Houston
- Frontier Fiber plans and pricing for Houston residents
- AT&T Fiber plans and pricing for Houston residents
- Xfinity plans and pricing for Houston residents
- Spectrum plans and pricing for Houston residents
- Optimum plans and pricing for Houston residents
- T-Mobile Home Internet plans and pricing for Houston residents
- AT&T Internet Air plans and pricing for Houston residents
- Verizon 5G Home plans and pricing for Houston residents
- Starlink plans and pricing for Houston residents
Is a specific provider available in Houston?
- Is Frontier Fiber available in Houston, TX? Plans & pricing
- Is AT&T Fiber available in Houston, TX? Plans & pricing
- Is Xfinity available in Houston, TX? Plans & pricing
- Is Spectrum available in Houston, TX? Plans & pricing
- Is Optimum available in Houston, TX? Plans & pricing
- Is Verizon 5G Home available in Houston, TX? Plans & pricing
- Is T-Mobile Home Internet available in Houston, TX? Plans & pricing
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Data last reviewed: September 2026 · Sourced from FCC filings and ISP-verified submissions