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Shop and compare 11 internet providers for Fort Worth, TX
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedIn Fort Worth, TX, your best bet is AT&T, covering ~93% of the city, with FCC-filed speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. Its 5,000 Mbps fiber reaches 62% of the city; Spectrum covers 86.1% overall and 84% with cable speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. In Arlington Heights (76107) and Tanglewood (76109), AT&T fiber reaches 71.1% and 60.2%, respectively, at speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. ZIP 76102 and 76101 favor Nextlink at 37.7% and 47.6%, while AT&T fiber reaches 22.6% and 18.5% there at speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. Fairmount and Near Southside merit an address check, as 76104 shows AT&T fiber at 50.9% with speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and 13.6% with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. Students at Texas Christian University, Texas Wesleyan University, and The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth should check wiring, since old copper or DSL can hurt Zoom, streaming, and gaming. For a budget-minded fixed-wireless option, Nextlink covers 84.0% citywide while its tier with speeds up to 500 Mbps reaches 61%. Coverage changes street to street, including at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth, so confirm the exact address.
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 Fiber 300$35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/moFiber300 MbpsDownload78Our score$35Per month
- AT&T Internet Air$55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload75Our score$55Per 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 Fort Worth
At $95/mo for the first 12 months, then $135/mo, AT&T Fiber 5 GIG buys up to 5000 Mbps down and 5000 Mbps up, with a 99/100 Speed Score above Fort Worth’s city average of 71. This is a top-tier fiber option for demanding households, offering more consistent, lower-latency performance than fixed wireless, but it is available to 62.3% of the city, so confirm fiber availability at your address before signing up.
About AT&T
AT&T offers excellent value where its fiber is available: $35/mo for the first 12 months buys up to 300 Mbps, $50/mo buys up to 1,000 Mbps, and $95/mo buys up to 5,000 Mbps, with those plans later priced at $60/mo, $90/mo, and $135/mo respectively. Fiber is an excellent choice for streaming, work, and gaming, but availability is address-dependent: the 5 GIG plan reaches 62.3% of the city, while the 1 GIG and 300 plans reach 71.7%. At addresses without fiber, Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps for $55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo, but fixed wireless can be less consistent and may not be enough for demanding modern households, so check fiber availability at your address first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Speed Score: Faster than 98% 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 Fort Worth
Up to 5,000 Mbps both ways can comfortably handle large households, 4K streaming, gaming, and heavy uploads. Nextlink’s fiber plan has a Speed Score of 98 and is an excellent, top-tier option, but it is available across just 0.1% of Fort Worth. Your address determines whether you can get that fiber service or a fixed-wireless plan, such as up to 500/100 Mbps with a Speed Score of 77, which offers good performance but may be more variable.
About Nextlink
Nextlink’s headline fiber plan offers up to 5,000 Mbps both ways, an excellent option for large households, 4K streaming, gaming, and demanding work from home. That fiber service is listed in just 0.1% of census blocks, so availability is highly address-dependent; elsewhere, fixed wireless plans reach up to 500 Mbps down and 100 Mbps up, which can handle everyday use but may be less consistent or limiting for heavy simultaneous activity.
Available Plans
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Fiber
Best plan here: Internet Gig — faster than 88% of all internet options in Texas
- Internet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/moCable1,000 MbpsDownload88Our score$60Per month
- Internet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/moCable500 MbpsDownload78Our score$40Per month
- Internet AdvantageCable100 MbpsDownload65Our score$30Per month
Source: Spectrum 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 Fort Worth
Up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload can comfortably handle 4K streaming, video calls, gaming, and many connected devices, giving Spectrum a Speed Score of 88/100. Its Internet Gig plan is a solid, reliable cable option and scores above Fort Worth’s city average of 71. Availability is address-specific, with this plan reaching 83.5% of the city, so confirm it is offered at your address.
About Spectrum
Spectrum’s fastest cable plan offers up to 1000 Mbps down and up, a strong fit for busy households with streaming, gaming, video calls, and many connected devices. It also offers up to 500 Mbps down and 1000 Mbps up for $40/mo, or up to 100 Mbps down and 1000 Mbps up for $30/mo, but these listed cable plans are available to 83.5% of Fort Worth, so check your address to confirm the faster options are available.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber 7 Gig — faster than 99% of all internet options in Texas
- Fiber 7 GigFiber7,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$109.99Per month
- Fiber 5 GigFiber5,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$89.99Per month
- Fiber 2 GigFiber2,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$64.99Per month
- Fiber 1 GigFiber1,000 MbpsDownload93Our score$49.99Per month
- Fiber 500Fiber500 MbpsDownload78Our score$29.99Per month
- Fiber 200Fiber200 MbpsDownload75Our score$29.99Per month
Source: Frontier 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 Fort Worth
Frontier’s headline Speed Score of 99/100 reflects fiber service with up to 7000 Mbps download and 7000 Mbps upload, a top-tier option for large households, 4K streaming, gaming, and heavy simultaneous use. That score is above Fort Worth’s city average of 71, but the Fiber 7 Gig plan is available to 4.2% of the city, so confirm that Frontier fiber reaches your address before counting on this performance.
About Frontier
Frontier’s top Fiber 7 Gig plan offers up to 7000 Mbps both ways, enough for multiple 4K streams, online gaming, large uploads, and busy households. Its fiber lineup is excellent, with plans from 200 Mbps through 7000 Mbps, but fiber service is available to just 4.2% of Fort Worth, so check your address first and compare other providers if Frontier is not available there.
Available Plans
Fiber
FiberFirst
Speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Price
Speed Score: Faster than 98% 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 Fort Worth
Up to 5000 Mbps download and 5000 Mbps upload can handle heavy streaming, gaming, large downloads, and many connected devices at once. With a 98/100 Speed Score, FiberFirst is a top-tier fiber option and well above Fort Worth’s average top speed score of 71, but its availability covers only 5.2% of the city, so confirm service at your address.
About FiberFirst
Up to 5000 Mbps both ways on FiberFirst’s fiber plan can comfortably handle heavy streaming, gaming, large uploads, and many connected devices at once. The catch is availability: this plan reaches 5.2% of Fort Worth, so check your address before counting on it.
Available Plans
Fiber
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 Fort Worth
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless connection can support streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing, with 5G Home Plus offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload and a Speed Score of 81/100. That score is above Fort Worth’s city average of 71, while the 5G Home plan provides up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 75/100. Fixed wireless performance can vary by location and network conditions, so check your address because both plans are listed as available to 71.3% of Fort Worth.
About Verizon
5G fixed wireless can handle streaming, video calls, and typical home use, though it may be less consistent than fiber or cable when network conditions change. Verizon offers 5G Home Plus with up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for $45/mo promotional pricing, then $70/mo, or 5G Home with up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for $35/mo promotional pricing, then $60/mo; both are available to 71.3% of Fort Worth, so check your address to confirm service and consider fiber or cable first if you need the most dependable performance.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
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Best plan here: All-In Home Internet — faster than 76% of all internet options in Texas
- 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 Fort Worth
For households seeking fast everyday internet for streaming, work, and multiple connected devices, T-Mobile’s 5G fixed wireless service is a competitive option, with All-In Home Internet offering up to 498 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload and a 76/100 Speed Score, above Fort Worth’s city average of 71. Fixed wireless can be less consistent and have higher latency than fiber or cable, and the All-In plan is available to 40.6% of the city, so check your address before choosing it.
About T-Mobile
Households seeking solid everyday browsing, streaming, and work-from-home service may find T-Mobile a good fit, with fixed-wireless plans offering up to 498 Mbps down and 55 Mbps up for $70/mo, or up to 354 Mbps down and 55 Mbps up for $50/mo. These are good but adequate fixed-wireless options rather than excellent fiber or cable, and they are available to 40.6% of Fort Worth, so check for faster wired service first if your home needs consistently strong performance for many users or heavy uploads.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
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 Fort Worth
Starlink’s satellite connection can handle everyday browsing and streaming, but its higher latency may affect gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities. The Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload for $130/mo, with a 65/100 Speed Score below Fort Worth’s city average of 71. It is listed as available to 100.0% of the city, but satellite has more limited real-world performance than wired service, so check which alternatives reach your specific address before choosing.
About Starlink
Satellite internet gives Starlink very broad reach and can support streaming and everyday browsing, but its higher latency may make video calls, gaming, and other real-time activities less consistent. Starlink covers 100.0% of Fort Worth and offers plans up to 400 Mbps for $130/mo, but the top plan has a 65/100 Speed Score, so check for fiber or cable at your address first if you need the most responsive connection; Starlink is a reasonable fallback when those options are unavailable.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 72% of all internet options in Texas
- 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 Fort Worth
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet Fusion offers up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 28/100 Speed Score makes that a limited value for the price. Its score is below the city average of 71, and satellite’s higher latency can make gaming, video calls, and other interactive use less responsive than wired alternatives. Fusion is shown as available to 100.0% of Fort Worth, but verify what serves your specific address and consider checking other providers first before committing.
About HughesNet
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, Fusion offers up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload; Select costs $49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/mo, for up to 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, and Lite costs $39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/mo, for up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload. Their Speed Scores are 28/100, 6/100, and 1/100, respectively, so these satellite plans are better as a fallback than as a first choice for modern households. All three plans are available to 100.0% of Fort Worth, but satellite latency can be limiting, so check your address for fiber or cable first if you stream, game, work from home, or have multiple users.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Speed Score: Slower than 62% 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
Adequate
Adequate
Adequate
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fort Worth
Rise Broadband’s up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload fixed wireless plan reaches 4.5% of Fort Worth, so availability is limited. Its Speed Score of 38/100 is below the city’s average top speed score of 71, making it worth checking other providers first for demanding streaming, work, or gaming. Address-level availability determines whether you can get this plan or the slower 25/5 Mbps and 10/1 Mbps options, which score 28/100 and 0/100.
About Rise Broadband
Rise Broadband reaches 4.8% of Fort Worth, so your odds of getting service are limited and you should check your address before counting on it. Where available, its fastest fixed-wireless plan offers up to 50 Mbps down and 10 Mbps up across 4.5% of census blocks, making it an adequate option rather than an excellent one for everyday use. The slower plans, offering up to 25 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up or up to 10 Mbps down and 1 Mbps up, may not be sufficient for busy households, so check for faster options first.
Available Plans
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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 Fort Worth
Viasat is a limited-performance satellite option, so consider checking what else is available at your address first. Viasat Essentials offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99/mo with a 6/100 Speed Score, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99/mo with a 1/100 Speed Score. Both plans are listed as available to 100.0% of Fort Worth, but the 6/100 Speed Score is BELOW the city average of 71, and satellite’s higher latency can limit performance for demanding online activities.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly a fallback option rather than a first choice for modern internet needs, because its local plans use satellite technology with limited, high-latency performance. Viasat Essentials offers up to 55 Mbps down and 4 Mbps up for $69.99/mo, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps down and 4 Mbps up for $99.99/mo, and both are available to 100.0% of Fort Worth, so check your address for faster fiber or cable service first.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in Fort Worth
All 26 product lines from the 8 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 26 plans
- SpectrumInternet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload88Our score$60$70Per month~83.5%CoverageCable
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 1 GIG$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/mo1,000 MbpsDownload93Our score$50$90Per month~71.7%CoverageFiber
- SpectrumInternet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/mo500 MbpsDownload78Our score$40$50Per month~83.5%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential – Max400 MbpsDownload65Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 5 GIG$95/mo for the first 12 months, then $135/mo5,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$95$135Per month~62.3%CoverageFiber
- Verizon5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$45$70Per month~71.3%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 300$35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/mo300 MbpsDownload78Our score$35$60Per month~71.7%CoverageFiber
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 500$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $75/mo500 MbpsDownload78Our score$50$75Per month~71.7%CoverageFiber
- SpectrumInternet Advantage100 MbpsDownload65Our score$30Per month~83.5%CoverageCable
- Verizon5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo300 MbpsDownload75Our score$35$60Per month~71.3%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Compare Fort Worth providers head-to-head
See how Fort Worth’s providers stack up against each other — speed, coverage, price, and who wins block by block.
Best Fit by Household Type in Fort Worth
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Spectrum Internet Advantage for 100 Mbps, reaching 83.5% of Fort Worth.
In Fort Worth, Spectrum's 100 Mbps plan reaches 83.5%, broader than listed AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile home plans.
Check first: Check ZIP 76105 addresses carefully; Spectrum's listed cable share there is 8.2%.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose AT&T Fiber 1 GIG for 1,000 Mbps, reaching 71.7% of Fort Worth.
AT&T's 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber leads Arlington Heights at 71.1% and Tanglewood at 60.2%.
Check first: The 1,000 Mbps plan reaches 71.7%; verify that fiber tier at your address.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Spectrum Internet Gig for 1,000 Mbps, reaching 83.5% of Fort Worth.
In Fort Worth, Spectrum's 1,000 Mbps plan reaches 83.5%; AT&T's 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaches 62.3%.
Check first: Spectrum's 83.5% plan reach is below its 86.1% overall footprint; check the exact address.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose Starlink Residential 100 Mbps for 100 Mbps service reaching 100% of Fort Worth.
Starlink and HughesNet each reach 100% citywide, offering broad options where wired coverage is limited.
Check first: Starlink's plan reaches 100%, while Frontier Fiber 500 reaches 4.2%; check wired availability first.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in Fort Worth
Arlington Heights
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Fast fiber for heavy home use.
AT&T leads ZIP 76107 with 71.1% coverage for 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber; Nextlink follows at 13.9% with 500/100 Mbps fixed wireless.
Tanglewood
AT&T is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber households.
In ZIP 76109, AT&T's 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber leads at 60.2%; Spectrum's 1,000/1,000 Mbps cable reaches 26.6%.
Downtown Fort Worth
Nextlink is currently the strongest option for Fixed-wireless speed options.
Nextlink leads ZIP 76102 at 37.7% with 500/100 Mbps fixed wireless; Spectrum cable follows at 28.2%.
Fairmount
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Fiber with strong local reach.
AT&T covers 50.9% of ZIP 76104 with 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber; Nextlink reaches 18.0% with 500/100 Mbps fixed wireless.
Texas Wesleyan University
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Fiber near campus-area homes.
ZIP 76105 shows AT&T at 66.0% for 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber and another 21.2% for 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber.
Internet providers near Fort Worth
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Fort Worth, check the neighboring market directly.
Fort Worth Internet FAQs
What is the fastest internet provider in Fort Worth?
Frontier is the fastest provider at 7,000 Mbps with Fiber 7 Gig, reaching 4.2% of Fort Worth. Because that 7,000/7,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 4% citywide, confirm your exact address qualifies locally before selecting that tier.
Can I get fiber in Fort Worth?
Yes—AT&T Fiber plans reach 71.7% of Fort Worth, while FiberFirst reaches 5.2% and Frontier fiber reaches 4.2%. Fiber availability varies sharply by address, so check the exact location and tier rather than assuming AT&T's 93.4% overall footprint means fiber is available there.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Fort Worth?
Frontier Fiber 500 is Fort Worth's cheapest plan at a promotional starting rate of $29.99/mo for 500 Mbps, reaching 4.2% of the city. It is the minimum listed price, but availability is limited to addresses within that 4.2% footprint.
What internet speed do I need for a Fort Worth household?
A busy household can compare 500–1,000 Mbps plans: Spectrum Internet Premier reaches 83.5% at 500 Mbps, while AT&T Fiber 1 GIG reaches 71.7% at 1,000 Mbps. Choose the tier matching simultaneous work, gaming, and streaming needs, then verify that plan at your address.
What internet is best in Tanglewood, Fort Worth?
AT&T leads Tanglewood's ZIP 76109 with 60.2% listed for 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber. Spectrum follows at 26.6% for 1,000/1,000 Mbps cable, so residents should compare those address-level options for their specific homes before choosing a plan.
How We Analyze Internet in Fort Worth
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 Fort Worth report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Fort Worth
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.