ABILENE, TX INTERNET
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Shop and compare 14 internet providers for Abilene, TX
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedAbilene runs on a strong mix of fiber and cable, so check for fiber first before settling for anything slower. Vexus Fiber is the broadest fiber choice, reaching 52.3% of the city overall with up to 1,000/1,000 Mbps available to about 52%, while AT&T reaches 59.4% overall and its up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 20%. Taylor Telephone Cooperative Inc reaches 26.2% overall, with up to 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber available to about 22%, and ACCESS Fiber adds gigabit fiber to about 8%. Those symmetrical speeds are genuinely useful for heavy work from home, huge uploads, competitive gaming, and homes packed with devices, especially around Abilene Christian University, Hardin-Simmons University, and McMurry University. Vexus leads in Elmwood Area, ZIP 79605, at 62%, while Wylie, ZIP 79606, also favors Vexus at 49.7%, though Sayles Boulevard Historic District and student apartments still require an address check for wiring and older copper lines. If fiber is unavailable, Optimum reaches 53.2% overall with up to 940/35 Mbps cable, usually plenty for streaming, browsing, and video calls, so ask whether multi-gig fiber is worth it. Fixed wireless can help near Dyess Air Force Base or underserved edges, and Starlink is the final fallback where neither wired option reaches, but confirm your exact address and apartment unit wiring first.
Vexus Fiber
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Plans range $39.99 /mo *
Best plan here: Residential Fiber Internet — faster than 93% of all internet options in Texas
- Residential Fiber InternetFiber1,000 MbpsDownload93Our score$39.99Per month
Source: Vexus Fiber official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Abilene
Vexus Fiber reaches 52.3% of Abilene, so availability is a meaningful but not citywide possibility. Its Residential Fiber Internet plan is available to 52.3% of the city and offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload for $39.99/mo, earning a 93/100 Speed Score versus the city’s 70 average and making it a top-tier option. Check your exact address to confirm this fiber plan is available, since fiber does not reach every Abilene household.
About Vexus Fiber
Vexus Fiber reaches 52.3% of Abilene, so your odds are roughly one in two of having this provider at your address. Where available, its fiber plan offers up to 1000 Mbps both ways for $39.99/mo, with a Speed Score of 93/100, making it an excellent choice for streaming, gaming, and work from home, but check your exact address because fiber availability is location-dependent.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: 1 Gig Internet — faster than 80% of all internet options in Texas
- 1 Gig Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo · $50 Prepaid cardFiber940 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month
- 500 Mbps Internet$40/mo promotional rate, then $50/moFiber500 MbpsDownload78Our score$40Per month
- 300 Mbps Internet$30/mo promotional rate, then $40/moFiber300 MbpsDownload75Our score$30Per month
Source: Optimum official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Abilene
Households that stream, work from home, and game will find Optimum a solid cable option, with its 1 Gig plan offering up to 940 Mbps for $50 per month and a strong 80/100 Speed Score. That plan reaches 53.2% of Abilene, while the 500 Mbps and 300 Mbps tiers score 78/100 and 75/100, so check your exact address to confirm availability.
About Optimum
Households that stream, work from home, or game should find Optimum a strong option, with cable plans offering up to 940 Mbps for $50/mo, up to 500 Mbps for $40/mo, or up to 300 Mbps for $30/mo. These cable plans reach 53.2% of Abilene, so check your exact address before counting on service, and remember the 1 Gig Internet price rises to $60/mo after the promotional period, with a $50 reward card.
Available Plans
Cable
Best plan here: Fiber 2 GIG — faster than 81% of all internet options in Texas
- Fiber 2 GIGFiber2,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$80Per month
- Fiber 1 GIGFiber1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$40Per month
- Fiber 500Fiber500 MbpsDownload78Our score$30Per month
Source: Nextlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Abilene
Up to 2,000 Mbps both ways on Nextlink’s Fiber 2 GIG plan can handle heavy streaming, gaming, large downloads, and many connected devices, with a Speed Score of 81/100. Although the plans use Fiber labels, their listed technology is Licensed Fixed Wireless, which can be more variable than a wired connection; the up to 1,000 Mbps and 500 Mbps plans score 81/100 and 78/100, respectively, above Abilene’s 70 average. Availability depends on your exact address, since each plan reaches 51.0% of the city while Nextlink overall covers 63.9%.
About Nextlink
Nextlink offers up to 2,000 Mbps both ways, which can comfortably handle large households, 4K streaming, video calls, and heavy gaming, with a Speed Score of 81/100. Its licensed fixed wireless plans are available to 51.0% of addresses within the provider’s 63.9% city coverage, so check your exact address because this strong option is location-dependent and fixed wireless can be less consistent than fiber or cable.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: 5G Home Plus — faster than 81% of all internet options in Texas
- 5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$45Per month
- 5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload75Our score$35Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Abilene
5G fixed wireless is a practical choice for streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing, though performance can vary more than with wired connections. Verizon’s 5G Home Plus offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for $45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo, with a Speed Score of 81/100, while 5G Home offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for $35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo, with a score of 75/100; each plan reaches 46.7% of Abilene. Verizon’s top score is above the city’s 70 average and competitive, but availability is address-dependent: Verizon reaches 47.7% of the city overall, so confirm service at your exact address.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service can handle streaming, video calls, and many connected devices, with 5G Home Plus offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for $45/mo promotional pricing, then $70/mo, and a Speed Score of 81, while 5G Home offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for $35/mo promotional pricing, then $60/mo, with a Speed Score of 75. Verizon reaches 47.7% of Abilene, but both plans are available to 46.7% of the city, so check your exact address first, since fixed wireless is generally adequate rather than as consistent as cable or fiber.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Taylor Telephone Cooperative Inc
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 92% of all internet options in Texas
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Abilene
Up to 1000 Mbps down and 1000 Mbps up on Taylor Telephone Cooperative Inc’s fiber can comfortably handle large downloads, 4K streaming, gaming, and many connected devices. With a Speed Score of 92, this fiber plan is a top-tier option and well above Abilene’s average top speed score of 70. Fiber reaches 22.4% of the city, while the provider’s overall coverage is 26.2%, so check your exact address because availability may instead mean up to 600/150 Mbps fixed wireless with a 78 score or slower copper plans, where checking other providers first is sensible.
About Taylor Telephone Cooperative Inc
Up to 1000 Mbps both ways on Fiber can comfortably handle streaming, video calls, gaming, and many connected devices at once. Taylor Telephone Cooperative Inc reaches 26.2% of Abilene, and Fiber reaches 22.4% of census blocks, so check your exact address for this excellent option first, since the slower copper and fixed wireless alternatives may not be sufficient for modern internet needs.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Copper
Copper
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: AT&T Fiber 5 GIG — faster than 99% of all internet options in Texas
- AT&T Fiber 5 GIG$95/mo for the first 12 months, then $135/moFiber5,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$95Per month
- AT&T Fiber 1 GIG$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/moFiber1,000 MbpsDownload93Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 500$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $75/moFiber500 MbpsDownload78Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Internet Air$55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload75Our score$55Per month
- AT&T Fiber 300$35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/moFiber300 MbpsDownload78Our score$35Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Abilene
At $35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/mo, AT&T Fiber 300 buys up to 300 Mbps both ways with a 78/100 Speed Score, while $50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/mo, gets up to 1000 Mbps both ways with a 93/100 score. Fiber is an excellent choice, and the $95/mo introductory Fiber 5 GIG plan, then $135/mo, raises performance to up to 5000 Mbps both ways with a 99/100 score. AT&T covers 59.4% of Abilene, but its fiber plans reach 20.4% of the city and Internet Air fixed wireless reaches 23.2%, so check your exact address because fiber is the option to want where available.
About AT&T
Introductory prices from $35/mo to $95/mo buy up to 300 Mbps to 5,000 Mbps with AT&T, including excellent fiber options such as up to 1,000 Mbps both ways for $50/mo for the first 12 months and up to 5,000 Mbps both ways for $95/mo for the first 12 months. Fiber is the option to want, but it reaches only 20.4% of Abilene, while fixed-wireless Internet Air reaches 23.2% at up to 300 Mbps for $55/mo, so check your exact address within AT&T’s 59.4% overall coverage and treat Air as a less consistent fallback.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Copper
Best plan here: Amplified Home Internet — faster than 76% of all internet options in Texas
- Amplified Home Internet$60/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload76Our score$60Per month
- All-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload76Our score$70Per month
- Rely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless354 MbpsDownload75Our score$50Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Abilene
Households seeking affordable internet for streaming, work, and everyday use may find T-Mobile’s 5G fixed wireless a good fit, with up to 498 Mbps and a Speed Score of 76/100 on Amplified Home Internet and All-In Home Internet, above Abilene’s 70 average. Rely Home Internet offers up to 354 Mbps with a 75/100 score, though fixed wireless can be more variable than wired connections. T-Mobile covers 67.1% of Abilene, but these plans are available to 32.0% of the city, so verify service at your exact address.
About T-Mobile
Households wanting good everyday speeds without a wired connection may find T-Mobile a solid option, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 498 Mbps for $60 to $70 per month promotional pricing and Speed Scores of 75 to 76. T-Mobile reaches 67.1% of Abilene, but these plans are each available to only 32.0% of the city, so check your exact address first, especially if you need a reliable connection for heavy streaming, gaming, or multiple users.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
ACCESS FIBER
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 92% of all internet options in Texas
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Abilene
Up to 1000 Mbps both ways can handle 4K streaming, video calls, large downloads, and multiple connected devices with ease. ACCESS FIBER’s fiber earns a 92/100 speed score, making it an excellent choice and a top-tier option compared with Abilene’s 70 average top speed score. Fiber reaches 8.2% of the city, so check your exact address to confirm this high-performance plan is available.
About ACCESS FIBER
ACCESS FIBER offers up to 1000 Mbps fiber in both directions, a top-tier connection that can comfortably handle streaming, video calls, online gaming, and multiple users at once. Fiber is the option to want, but it reaches only 8.2% of Abilene, so check your exact address to see whether this excellent service is available.
Available Plans
Fiber
Speed Score: Faster than 80% of all internet options in Texas
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Abilene
Resound Networks’ headline plan offers up to 1000 Mbps down and 500 Mbps up, enough for busy households, 4K streaming, gaming, and large uploads, with a strong 80/100 speed score. Its licensed fixed wireless service is competitive with Abilene’s 70 average, though performance can be more variable than wired connections; the 300 Mbps down and 150 Mbps up tier also scores a good 74/100. Availability is highly address-dependent, with Resound reaching 7.4% of Abilene overall, while the specific 1000/500 Mbps and 300/150 Mbps tiers reach 4.1% and 3.5% of the city, respectively, so check your exact address.
About Resound Networks
Resound Networks offers up to 1,000 Mbps download and 500 Mbps upload over licensed fixed wireless, which is fast enough for streaming, video calls, gaming, and several people using the connection at once. It reaches 7.4% of Abilene overall, while the up to 1,000 Mbps tier reaches 4.1% of census blocks and the up to 300 Mbps tier reaches 3.5%, so check your exact address because availability and fixed-wireless performance can vary.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
AMA TechTel Communications
Speeds up to 75 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Slower than 56% of all internet options in Texas
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Abilene
For the monthly cost, AMA TechTel Communications offers modest value, with up to 75 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload on Licensed Fixed Wireless and a speed score of 44/100. Fiber is the option to want where it reaches, but AMA TechTel lists up to 50 Mbps download and 8 Mbps upload on Fiber, with a 42/100 score and coverage of 0.0% of the city, so check your exact address for availability. Overall coverage is 4.6% of Abilene, and with both scores below the city average top speed score of 70, consider checking other providers first.
About AMA TechTel Communications
At the monthly price, AMA TechTel Communications offers modest value in Abilene, with licensed fixed wireless providing up to 75 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload across the provider’s 4.6% coverage area. Its fiber plan, with up to 50 Mbps download and 8 Mbps upload, is the technology to want, so check your exact address for it even though its reach is 0.0% of census blocks; otherwise, check for faster options first because the fixed wireless service may be adequate but limited for modern needs.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Kinetic by Windstream
Speeds 100–2,000 Mbps
Plans range $24.99–$89.99 /mo *
Best plan here: Fiber 2 Gig — faster than 95% of all internet options in Texas
- Fiber 2 GigFiber2,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$79.99Per month
- Fiber Max 2 GigFiber2,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$89.99Per month
- Fiber 1 GigFiber1,000 MbpsDownload93Our score$59.99Per month
- Fiber 300 MbpsFiber300 MbpsDownload78Our score$39.99Per month
- Fiber 100 MbpsFiber100 MbpsDownload65Our score$24.99Per month
Source: Kinetic by Windstream official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Abilene
At $39.99/mo, Kinetic by Windstream offers up to 300 Mbps with a 78/100 Speed Score, while $59.99/mo buys up to 1,000 Mbps with a 93/100 score, making the higher tier a strong value for heavier use. Its up to 2,000 Mbps Fiber plans score 95/100 and are a top-tier option, well above Abilene’s 70 average. Fiber is the connection to want where it reaches, but each listed fiber tier is available to just 0.2% of the city, compared with 4.1% overall provider coverage, so check your exact address before counting on these speeds.
About Kinetic by Windstream
At $24.99/mo for up to 100 Mbps through $89.99/mo for up to 2,000 Mbps, Kinetic by Windstream offers affordable fiber service and excellent value for households that can get its faster plans. Fiber is the connection to want for streaming, gaming, and multiple users, but Kinetic reaches only 4.1% of Abilene and each listed fiber plan is available to just 0.2% of the city, so check your exact address before counting on it.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
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Fiber
Best plan here: Residential – Max — faster than 65% of all internet options in Texas
- Residential – MaxSatellite400 MbpsDownload65Our score$130Per month
- Residential – 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload43Our score$85Per month
- Residential – 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload43Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Abilene
Satellite internet offers broad reach, but its higher latency can make gaming, video calls, and other real-time use less consistent than wired alternatives. Starlink covers 100.0% of Abilene, with Residential – Max offering up to 400 Mbps and a 65/100 Speed Score, while the 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps plans each score 43/100. Because these scores are below Abilene’s 70 average, check what wired service is available at your exact address first, using Starlink as a fallback where those options do not reach.
About Starlink
Satellite internet reaches 100.0% of Abilene, making Starlink a useful fallback where wired service is unavailable, with up to 400 Mbps on Residential – Max for $130/mo or lower-cost plans at up to 200 Mbps for $85/mo and 100 Mbps for $55/mo. Its Speed Scores range from 43/100 to 65/100, and satellite’s higher latency can affect gaming and video calls, so check your exact address for faster fiber or cable service first if those options are available.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Elite — slower than 72% of all internet options in Texas
- Elite$64.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $89.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload28Our score$64.99Per month
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload28Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload6Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload1Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Abilene
At $64.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $89.99/mo, HughesNet’s Elite plan offers up to 100 Mbps for a 28/100 Speed Score, while Fusion costs $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, for the same speed and score. HughesNet’s satellite service reaches 100.0% of Abilene, with Select offering up to 50 Mbps at 6/100 and Lite up to 25 Mbps at 1/100. Satellite can be a fallback for addresses other wired providers miss, but its higher latency and scores below Abilene’s average top speed score of 70 mean you should consider checking other providers first for better real-world performance.
About HughesNet
HughesNet plans cost $39.99/mo to $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/mo to $119.99/mo, but that price buys only up to 25 Mbps to 100 Mbps over satellite, so the value is limited for modern households. Its fastest plans, Elite and Fusion, offer up to 100 Mbps and each reaches 100.0% of the city, but both have a 28/100 Speed Score, so check your exact address for faster fiber or cable options before relying on this satellite fallback.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 94% of all internet options in Texas
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload6Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload1Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Abilene
Viasat Inc is best viewed as a fallback for basic connectivity, not a top-performing option in Abilene. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 6/100, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps and 4 Mbps with a score of 1/100, both well below the city’s 70 average top speed score. The provider reaches 100.0% of Abilene, and each plan reaches 99.7%, but satellite’s high latency and limited performance make it worth checking other providers first at your address.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly a fallback option in Abilene, so check for faster wired internet at your exact address first. The provider reaches 100.0% of the city through satellite, but its best plan, Viasat Essentials, offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99/mo with a Speed Score of 6/100, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99/mo with a Speed Score of 1/100, and each plan reaches 99.7% of the city. These limited satellite speeds may not be sufficient for busy households or modern needs, even though they can provide service where wired options are unavailable.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in Abilene
All 31 product lines from 10 providers that actually serve this city, with the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 31 plans
- StarlinkResidential – Max400 MbpsDownload65Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Vexus FiberResidential Fiber Internet1,000 MbpsDownload93Our score$39.99Per month~52.3%CoverageFiber
- StarlinkResidential – 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload43Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential – 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload43Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Optimum1 Gig Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo · $50 Prepaid card940 MbpsDownload80Our score$50$60Per month~53.2%CoverageFiber
- Optimum500 Mbps Internet$40/mo promotional rate, then $50/mo500 MbpsDownload78Our score$40$50Per month~53.2%CoverageFiber
- NextlinkFiber 1 GIG1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$40Per month~51%CoverageFiber
- NextlinkFiber 2 GIG2,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$80Per month~51%CoverageFiber
- Optimum300 Mbps Internet$30/mo promotional rate, then $40/mo300 MbpsDownload75Our score$30$40Per month~53.2%CoverageFiber
- NextlinkFiber 500500 MbpsDownload78Our score$30Per month~51%CoverageFiber
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Best Fit by Household Type in Abilene
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Check Vexus Fiber first; choose Optimum cable where fiber misses for shared streaming and coursework.
Vexus reaches 52.3% citywide, while Optimum cable reaches 53.2%, supporting practical local alternatives.
Check first: Confirm the exact address, especially near Abilene Christian University and McMurry University.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Check Vexus or AT&T fiber first; use Optimum cable where fiber is unavailable.
Vexus fiber reaches 52.3% citywide, and AT&T's fiber tier reaches about 20%.
Check first: Check addresses in Wylie and Downtown because listed fiber shares differ by ZIP.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose fiber first—Vexus or AT&T—then Optimum cable where fiber does not reach.
Vexus offers 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber; AT&T offers 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber where available.
Check first: Neither fiber tier reaches every address; verify service before prioritizing speed.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Check Vexus or Taylor fiber first, then Nextlink fixed wireless; use satellite only when wired options miss.
Nextlink reaches 63.9% citywide, while satellite providers each reach 100% overall.
Check first: Top fixed-wireless speeds and fiber availability remain address-specific at city edges.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in Abilene
Downtown Abilene
Vexus Fiber is currently the strongest option for Gigabit fiber and downtown work.
Vexus Fiber leads with 42.8% of ZIP 79601; AT&T fiber follows at 23.8%, making address checks worthwhile.
Elmwood Area
Vexus Fiber is currently the strongest option for Broad fiber availability.
Vexus Fiber reaches 62.0% of ZIP 79605, ahead of AT&T at 35.3% in Elmwood Area.
Wylie
Vexus Fiber is currently the strongest option for Fiber-first home connections.
Vexus Fiber reaches 49.7% of ZIP 79606; Taylor and ACCESS FIBER add 13.1% and 12.8% fiber shares.
Lytle Area
Taylor Telephone Cooperative Inc is currently the strongest option for Taylor gigabit fiber.
Taylor leads ZIP 79602 at 25.7% fiber, followed by Vexus at 24.3% and AT&T at 23.1%.
Abilene Internet FAQs
What is the fastest internet provider in Abilene?
AT&T is Abilene’s fastest listed provider, offering up to 5,000 Mbps fiber where available to about 20% of the city. Because that top tier is limited, check your address for AT&T or Vexus fiber first, then consider Optimum cable where fiber does not reach.
Can I get fiber in Downtown Abilene?
Yes—ZIP 79601 shows Vexus Fiber at 42.8%, AT&T fiber at 23.8%, and Taylor fiber at 10.7% of the ZIP. Downtown residents should check their exact address for fiber first, since neighborhood-level availability can differ.
What is the cheapest internet in Abilene?
Nextlink and Optimum have the lowest listed promotional starting rate, $30/mo each. Nextlink is fixed wireless with 63.9% citywide provider coverage, while Optimum is cable with 53.2%, so compare address availability and check fiber first.
What internet speed do I need in Abilene?
For heavy streaming, gaming, and multiple remote workers, target a 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber tier where available. Vexus Fiber and Taylor Telephone Cooperative Inc.
Is Vexus Fiber available in the Elmwood Area?
Yes—Vexus Fiber covers 62.0% of ZIP 79605, while AT&T fiber covers 35.3% there. Elmwood Area residents should check both addresses for fiber first; Nextlink and Optimum appear in only 1.3% and 0.7% of the ZIP, respectively.
How We Analyze Internet in Abilene
FCC Broadband Data
We use the FCC National Broadband Map, updated twice a year with provider-reported coverage at the census block level.
Speed Score
Our proprietary score weights technology type (fiber=100%, cable=85%, etc.) with download (70%) and upload (30%) speeds, ranked as a state percentile.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Abilene report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Abilene
How We Calculate Speed Score
Our Speed Score is a state-level percentile ranking (0-100) that shows how a provider’s service compares to all other internet options available in your state.
The Formula:
We calculate a raw performance score using:
Technology Factor × (Download Speed × 70% + Upload Speed × 30%)
Technology Factors:
Not all connections are equal. We weight each technology based on real-world reliability and performance:
- Fiber: 100% – Fastest, most reliable technology
- Cable: 85% – High speeds, shared neighborhood bandwidth
- Fixed Wireless (Licensed): 70% – Dedicated spectrum, weather-dependent
- Copper/DSL: 65% – Distance-limited, aging infrastructure
- Fixed Wireless (Unlicensed): 60% – Shared spectrum, variable performance
- Satellite (LEO): 40% – Low-earth orbit (e.g., Starlink), higher latency
- Satellite (GEO): 15% – Geostationary orbit, significant latency
Percentile Ranking:
After calculating raw scores, we rank every service option in your state by geographic coverage (census blocks served). A score of 85 means this service performs better than 85% of all internet options available in your state.
Data Source: FCC National Broadband Map data, updated twice a year.
How We Calculate Capabilities
Estimated Capabilities predict how well each internet plan supports common household activities based on speed requirements and connection type.
Rating Scale:
- Excellent – Optimal performance, handles peak usage easily
- Good – Reliable performance with minimal issues
- Fair – Functional but may experience slowdowns during heavy use
- Poor – Not recommended; expect frequent buffering or lag
How We Rate Each Category:
Streaming
Based on download speed. 4K streaming requires 25+ Mbps per stream; HD requires 5+ Mbps. We account for multiple simultaneous streams.
Multi-device
Evaluates total bandwidth capacity divided by typical household device count (phones, tablets, smart TVs, computers). Fiber and cable handle many devices better than DSL or satellite.
Gaming
Considers both upload speed (for sending game data) and latency (ping time). Fiber and cable excel here; satellite connections struggle due to inherent signal delay.
Whole Home
Assesses whether the connection can reliably serve an entire household during peak evening hours. Factors in technology type (shared vs. dedicated bandwidth) and total speed capacity.
Note: Actual performance depends on your specific location, network congestion, and equipment quality.