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Pearland, TX Internet

Internet Providers in Pearland, TX

Compare every internet provider in Pearland, TX: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.

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The 30-Second Verdict

Updated
XfinityBest overall
Coverage96%Speed Score93
AT&TBroad backup
Coverage95%Speed Score95
Ezee FiberFastest where available
Coverage23%Speed Score99
Sparklight
Coverage10%Speed Score66
Frontier
Coverage2%Speed Score99
Verizon
Coverage78%Speed Score66

Xfinity is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 55% of the city, while its broader footprint reaches about 96%. If Ezee Fiber reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with fiber speeds up to 8,000/8,000 Mbps reaching about 23% of the city. AT&T is the safe fallback where Xfinity does not reach, mostly DSL, with its overall footprint at about 95% and its fastest common DSL tier reaching up to 100 Mbps in about 27% of the city.

Locally, Southdown is especially fiber-friendly, with AT&T serving about 54% of the ZIP and Ezee Fiber reaching about 9%. Shadow Creek Ranch is the most competitive spot, where Ezee Fiber leads at about 37% and AT&T fiber follows at about 35%, though Frontier’s fiber has only a small presence there. In ZIP 77588, AT&T dominates at about 68%, while Xfinity covers about 28%, making that area notably stronger for fiber than many older pockets. Silverlake and apartments near the University of Houston-Clear Lake Pearland Campus can have different building-level choices, including older DSL or copper infrastructure, so students should verify reliability for Zoom, streaming, and gaming. Coverage changes street by street, so confirm the exact address before choosing.

Best Internet Providers in Pearland, TX

Speeds up to 2,000 Mbps

Plans range $40–$100 /mo * Refreshed Sep 15, 2026See all 5 plans →


Coverage ~96% of cityfastest plan shown reaches ~55%
Connection type Cable, Fiber
93

Best plan here: 2 Gig — faster than 93% of all internet options in Texas

  • 2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable2,000 MbpsDownload93Our score$100Per month
  • 1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable1,200 MbpsDownload91Our score$100Per month
  • 1 GigCable1,000 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month
  • 500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)Cable500 MbpsDownload76Our score$45Per month
  • 300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable300 MbpsDownload66Our score$40Per month

Source: Xfinity official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address

SPEED SCORE

93

Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state

This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.

Download 2,000 Mbps
Upload 35 Mbps
Typical latency (by technology) Low

The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.

EST. CAPABILITIES

Streaming

Excellent

Multi-device

Good

Gaming

Good

Whole home

Good

THE TAKEAWAY

Our recommendation for Pearland

Xfinity’s 1.2 Gig cable plan is available to about 96% of Pearland, giving most shoppers a strong chance of qualifying at their address. Cable is a solid option for most households, and the plan offers up to 1200 Mbps download, 35 Mbps upload, and a Speed Score of 91/100, while Xfinity’s headline Speed Score of 93/100 is above the city average of 65. The 2 Gig plan reaches only about 55% of the city, so confirm your address before expecting the top tier.

Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.

About Xfinity

Xfinity reaches 96.3% of Pearland, giving most residents a strong chance of getting service. Its cable lineup offers excellent options for most households, including up to 2 Gig with a Speed Score of 93/100, while the up to 1.2 Gig plan is available to about 96% of the city; exact availability depends on your address, so check which tier you can order before choosing.

Available Plans

93
Cable
2000 Mbps Download
300 Mbps Upload
Coverage 55.4% of city
91
Cable
1200 Mbps Download
35 Mbps Upload
Coverage 40.7% of city
91
Fiber
1200 Mbps Download
35 Mbps Upload
Coverage 0.9% of city
93
Fiber
2000 Mbps Download
300 Mbps Upload
Coverage 0.4% of city

Speeds up to 5,000 Mbps

Plans range $35–$90 /mo * Refreshed Sep 15, 2026See all 5 plans →


Coverage ~95% of cityfastest plan shown reaches ~58%
Connection type Fiber, Fixed Wireless
95

Best plan here: AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed — faster than 95% of all internet options in Texas

  • AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed$90/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 discount applies for 12 months on 1Gb+ plans) · $150 Visa reward cardFiber5,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$90Per month
  • AT&T Fiber 1 GIG speed$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 off for 12 months; full plan cost due until discount starts within 3 bills) · $150 Visa reward cardFiber1,000 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month
  • AT&T Fiber 500Mbps$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers, $15/mo discount for 12 months applies after up to 3 bill cycles) · $100 Visa reward cardFiber500 MbpsDownload76Our score$50Per month
  • AT&T Fiber 300Mbps$35/mo for 12 months (new customers, with AutoPay & paperless bill discount, wired connection to gateway) · $200 AT&T Visa Reward CardFiber300 MbpsDownload66Our score$35Per month
  • AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new customers, no annual contract, AutoPay eligible for additional $5/mo discount)Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload66Our score$40Per month

Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address

SPEED SCORE

95

Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state

This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.

Download 5,000 Mbps
Upload 5,000 Mbps
Typical latency (by technology) Low

The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.

EST. CAPABILITIES

Streaming

Excellent

Multi-device

Excellent

Gaming

Excellent

Whole home

Excellent

THE TAKEAWAY

Our recommendation for Pearland

At $90/mo for 12 months, AT&T’s Fiber 5 GIG plan offers up to 5,000 Mbps both ways, making it a top-tier option with a 95/100 Speed Score that is above Pearland’s city average of 65. Fiber availability is address-dependent, and this plan reaches about 58% of the city, so check your address to confirm you can get AT&T’s best-performing technology.

Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.

About AT&T

AT&T offers strong value in Pearland, with up to 5,000 Mbps symmetrical fiber for $90 per month, while its 1 GIG and 500Mbps fiber plans cost $50 per month and its 300Mbps plan costs $35 per month. Fiber is available to about 69% of the city, offering excellent performance for work, streaming, and multiple users, but availability is address-dependent; elsewhere, Internet Air reaches about 40% of the city and offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, so check your address for fiber first.

Available Plans

95
Fiber
5000 Mbps Download
5000 Mbps Upload
Coverage 58.0% of city
5
Licensed Fixed Wireless
25 Mbps Download
3 Mbps Upload
Coverage 27.6% of city
18
Copper
100 Mbps Download
20 Mbps Upload
Coverage 27.2% of city
12
Copper
50 Mbps Download
10 Mbps Upload
Coverage 17.7% of city
18
Licensed Fixed Wireless
100 Mbps Download
20 Mbps Upload
Coverage 12.2% of city
5
Copper
25 Mbps Download
5 Mbps Upload
Coverage 10.7% of city
80
Fiber
1000 Mbps Download
1000 Mbps Upload
Coverage 10.6% of city
17
Copper
75 Mbps Download
20 Mbps Upload
Coverage 8.9% of city
1
Copper
10 Mbps Download
1 Mbps Upload
Coverage 5.3% of city

Speeds up to 8,000 Mbps

Price Not listed Check your address →


Coverage ~23% of city
Connection type Fiber
99

Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in Texas

SPEED SCORE

99

Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state

This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.

Download 8,000 Mbps
Upload 8,000 Mbps
Typical latency (by technology) Low

The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.

EST. CAPABILITIES

Streaming

Excellent

Multi-device

Excellent

Gaming

Excellent

Whole home

Excellent

THE TAKEAWAY

Our recommendation for Pearland

Up to 8,000 Mbps both ways can handle heavy streaming, large downloads, gaming, and many connected devices at once. Ezee Fiber’s fiber plan is an excellent, top-tier option, with a 99/100 Speed Score and symmetrical performance, but availability depends on your address because this plan reaches 22.8% of Pearland.

Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.

About Ezee Fiber

Up to 8,000 Mbps both ways over fiber is an excellent option for households that stream, game, work from home, or connect many devices at once. Ezee Fiber is worth checking at your address, since this high-performance fiber plan is available across about 23% of Pearland, while availability can vary by location.

Available Plans

99
Fiber
8000 Mbps Download
8000 Mbps Upload
Coverage 22.8% of city

Speeds up to 300 Mbps

Plans range $24.95 /mo * Refreshed Sep 15, 2026See all 1 plans →


Coverage ~10% of city
Connection type Cable
66

Best plan here: 300 Mbps Internet — faster than 66% of all internet options in Texas

  • 300 Mbps Internet$24.95/mo for the first 12 months, then $45/moCable300 MbpsDownload66Our score$24.95Per month

Source: Sparklight official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address

SPEED SCORE

66

Below-average advertised speed for the state

This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.

Download 300 Mbps
Upload 30 Mbps
Typical latency (by technology) Low

The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.

EST. CAPABILITIES

Streaming

Excellent

Multi-device

Good

Gaming

Good

Whole home

Good

THE TAKEAWAY

Our recommendation for Pearland

Sparklight’s cable service suits smaller households that need dependable browsing, video calls, and streaming without extreme bandwidth demands. Its plan offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload with a 66/100 Speed Score, about the same as the city average of 65, while availability reaches only 10.0% of Pearland, so verify that this plan serves your address before considering it.

Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.

About Sparklight

Sparklight is a reasonable fit for a budget-conscious small household that mainly browses, streams, and works online, with up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload over cable for $24.95 per month for the first 12 months, then $45 per month. Cable is a solid technology for most uses, but this plan’s 66/100 speed score is below average and it is available to just 10.0% of Pearland, so check your address for faster alternatives first.

Available Plans

80
Cable
1000 Mbps Download
50 Mbps Upload
Coverage 10.0% of city

Speeds up to 7,000 Mbps

Plans range $29.99–$124.99 /mo * Refreshed Sep 15, 2026See all 6 plans →


Coverage ~2% of city
Connection type Fiber
99

Best plan here: Fiber 7 Gig — faster than 99% of all internet options in Texas

  • Fiber 7 Gig$124.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, maintain service 365 days for Samsung credit) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber7,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$124.99Per month
  • Fiber 5 Gig$104.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher, maintain service for 365 days) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber5,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$104.99Per month
  • Fiber 2 Gig$79.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber2,000 MbpsDownload93Our score$79.99Per month
  • Fiber 1 Gig$64.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig plan) · $400 Best Buy promo code for Samsung productsFiber1,000 MbpsDownload80Our score$64.99Per month
  • Fiber 500$44.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher for Samsung credit) · $400 Best Buy promo code for Samsung productsFiber500 MbpsDownload76Our score$44.99Per month
  • Fiber 200$29.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher for Samsung credit) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber200 MbpsDownload51Our score$29.99Per month

Source: Frontier official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address

SPEED SCORE

99

Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state

This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.

Download 7,000 Mbps
Upload 7,000 Mbps
Typical latency (by technology) Low

The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.

EST. CAPABILITIES

Streaming

Excellent

Multi-device

Excellent

Gaming

Excellent

Whole home

Excellent

THE TAKEAWAY

Our recommendation for Pearland

Frontier’s Fiber 7 Gig offers up to 7000 Mbps both ways, enough for heavy streaming, large downloads, gaming, and many connected devices, with a 99/100 Speed Score that is above Pearland’s city average of 65. It is a top-tier option, but this fiber tier is address-dependent and available to about 2% of the city, so check your exact address before choosing it.

Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.

About Frontier

Up to 7,000 Mbps both ways on Frontier Fiber is an excellent choice for demanding households, handling heavy streaming, gaming, large downloads, and many connected devices with ease. The catch is that this top-tier fiber service is available to only 1.7% of Pearland, so check your address first, since Frontier may not be a practical option where these fiber plans are unavailable.

Available Plans

99
Fiber
7000 Mbps Download
7000 Mbps Upload
Coverage 1.7% of city
1
Copper
10 Mbps Download
1 Mbps Upload
Coverage 0.3% of city

Speeds up to 300 Mbps

Plans range $60 /mo * Refreshed Sep 15, 2026See all 1 plans →


Coverage ~78% of city
Connection type 5G Fixed Wireless
66

Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 66% of all internet options in Texas

  • 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload66Our score$60Per month

Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address

SPEED SCORE

66

Below-average advertised speed for the state

This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.

Download 300 Mbps
Upload 75 Mbps
Typical latency (by technology) Medium

The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.

EST. CAPABILITIES

Streaming

Good

Multi-device

Adequate

Gaming

Adequate

Whole home

Good

THE TAKEAWAY

Our recommendation for Pearland

Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service is adequate for everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, but performance can vary more than wired connections. The 5G Home plan offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload with a 66/100 Speed Score, about the same as Pearland’s city average of 65. Availability depends on your exact address, so check eligibility before choosing this plan.

Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.

About Verizon

Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which should handle everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls for many households, though its below-average 66/100 Speed Score may be limiting for heavier use. It is available to about 78% of Pearland, but performance depends on your address and requires Auto Pay plus a qualifying postpaid unlimited mobile plan, so check whether faster fiber or cable service is available before choosing it.

Available Plans

66
Licensed Fixed Wireless
300 Mbps Download
20 Mbps Upload
Coverage 57.9% of city
80
Licensed Fixed Wireless
1000 Mbps Download
75 Mbps Upload
Coverage 18.1% of city
12
Licensed Fixed Wireless
50 Mbps Download
5 Mbps Upload
Coverage 1.9% of city

Speeds up to 500 Mbps

Plans range $35–$55 /mo * Refreshed Sep 15, 2026See all 3 plans →


Coverage ~90% of cityfastest plan shown reaches ~65%
Connection type Fixed Wireless
76

Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 76% of all internet options in Texas

  • T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload76Our score$45Per month
  • T-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload76Our score$55Per month
  • T-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless400 MbpsDownload75Our score$35Per month

Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address

SPEED SCORE

76

Mid-pack advertised speed for the state

This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.

Download 500 Mbps
Upload 60 Mbps
Typical latency (by technology) Medium

The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.

EST. CAPABILITIES

Streaming

Good

Multi-device

Adequate

Gaming

Adequate

Whole home

Good

THE TAKEAWAY

Our recommendation for Pearland

Households seeking straightforward home internet for streaming, work, and everyday use can consider T-Mobile’s fixed wireless plans, including up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload with a 76/100 Speed Score, above the city average of 65. Fixed wireless is generally adequate but can be more variable than wired connections, so address-level availability matters: the 500 Mbps plans reach about 65% of Pearland, and the best option may not be available at your home.

Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.

About T-Mobile

T-Mobile is a good fit for households that want straightforward home internet for streaming, browsing, and everyday work, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and good Speed Scores of 76/100. The strongest options are available to about 65% of Pearland, so service is address-dependent, and fixed wireless can be less consistent than fiber or cable for demanding households; check your address before choosing, especially since the lower-priced Rely plan offers up to 400 Mbps.

Available Plans

5
Licensed Fixed Wireless
25 Mbps Download
3 Mbps Upload
Coverage 33.5% of city
18
Licensed Fixed Wireless
100 Mbps Download
20 Mbps Upload
Coverage 31.2% of city

Speeds up to 100 Mbps

Plans range $39.99–$94.99 /mo * Refreshed Sep 15, 2026See all 3 plans →


Coverage ~100% of city
Connection type Satellite
18

Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 82% of all internet options in Texas

  • Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload18Our score$94.99Per month
  • Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload12Our score$49.99Per month
  • Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload5Our score$39.99Per month

Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address

SPEED SCORE

18

Below-average advertised speed for the state

This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.

Download 100 Mbps
Upload 5 Mbps
Typical latency (by technology) High

The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.

EST. CAPABILITIES

Streaming

Poor

Multi-device

Poor

Gaming

Poor

Whole home

Poor

THE TAKEAWAY

Our recommendation for Pearland

At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet Fusion buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 18/100 Speed Score is below Pearland’s city average of 65. Satellite is a limited-performance option compared with alternatives, so consider checking what else reaches your address before choosing it. Fusion is available to 100% of Pearland, while HughesNet’s Select and Lite plans provide lower speeds for less.

Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.

About HughesNet

At $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet offers up to 25 to 100 Mbps download and 3 to 5 Mbps upload, but those satellite speeds are below average and come with higher latency for the price. Since every listed plan is available to 100% of Pearland, HughesNet can be a practical fallback, though you should check your address for faster fiber or cable service first, especially for streaming, gaming, or multiple users.

Available Plans

18
Gso Satellite
100 Mbps Download
5 Mbps Upload
Coverage 100.0% of city

Speeds up to 55 Mbps

Plans range $69.99–$99.99 /mo * Refreshed Sep 15, 2026See all 2 plans →


Coverage ~100% of city
Connection type Satellite
17

Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 83% of all internet options in Texas

  • Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload17Our score$69.99Per month
  • Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload12Our score$99.99Per month

Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address

SPEED SCORE

17

Below-average advertised speed for the state

This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.

Download 55 Mbps
Upload 4 Mbps
Typical latency (by technology) High

The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.

EST. CAPABILITIES

Streaming

Poor

Multi-device

Poor

Gaming

Poor

Whole home

Poor

THE TAKEAWAY

Our recommendation for Pearland

Viasat is a limited-performance choice compared with alternatives, with a headline Speed Score of 17/100 versus Pearland’s city average of 65. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month, and both are available to 100% of the city. Because satellite service can have higher latency and these speeds score below average, check what other technologies are available at your specific address before choosing.

Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.

About Viasat Inc

Viasat Inc is a backup option rather than a first choice for most modern internet needs, since its satellite plans have below-average Speed Scores and offer up to 55 Mbps down and 4 Mbps up for $69.99 per month, or up to 34 Mbps down and 4 Mbps up for $99.99 per month. It reaches 100% of Pearland, but satellite service can have high latency, so check your address for faster fiber, cable, or other local options before signing up.

Available Plans

18
Gso Satellite
100 Mbps Download
3 Mbps Upload
Coverage 100.0% of city

Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Pearland

All 29 product lines from the 9 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.

Showing 10 of 29 plans

  • Xfinity1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)1,200 MbpsDownload91Our score$100Per month~96.1%CoverageCable
  • Xfinity1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month~96.1%CoverageCable
  • StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload75Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
  • Xfinity500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)500 MbpsDownload76Our score$45$55Per month~96.1%CoverageCable
  • Xfinity300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)300 MbpsDownload66Our score$40Per month~96.1%CoverageCable
  • AT&TAT&T Internet 5 GIG speed$90/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 discount applies for 12 months on 1Gb+ plans) · $150 Visa reward card5,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$90Per month~58%CoverageFiber
  • AT&TAT&T Fiber 1 GIG speed$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 off for 12 months; full plan cost due until discount starts within 3 bills) · $150 Visa reward card1,000 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month~68.5%CoverageFiber
  • AT&TAT&T Fiber 500Mbps$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers, $15/mo discount for 12 months applies after up to 3 bill cycles) · $100 Visa reward card500 MbpsDownload76Our score$50Per month~68.5%CoverageFiber
  • Xfinity2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)2,000 MbpsDownload93Our score$100Per month~55.4%CoverageCable
  • Verizon5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)300 MbpsDownload66Our score$60Per month~77.9%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.

Best Fit by Household Type in Pearland

Best Fit

Students & Roommates

Choose Xfinity 300 Mbps for $40/month, reaching about 96% of Pearland for the promotional period.

Its 300 Mbps plan combines broad coverage with a lower starting price than most wired alternatives.

Check first: Confirm the address, because Xfinity’s 2 Gig tier reaches only about 55%.

Best Fit

Remote Workers

Choose AT&T Fiber 300 Mbps at $35/month, reaching about 69% of Pearland.

Fiber provides a strong wired option across much of Pearland, including substantial coverage in ZIP 77588.

Check first: Verify fiber availability because AT&T’s overall footprint includes slower DSL service.

Best Fit

Gamers & Streamers

Choose Ezee Fiber where available for symmetrical speeds up to 8,000 Mbps.

Ezee Fiber offers Pearland’s fastest service, with fiber reaching about 23% of the city.

Check first: Check the address carefully because its fiber footprint reaches less than one-quarter of Pearland.

Best Fit

Rural & Edge-of-City Homes

Use Starlink Residential 100 Mbps at $55/month, available everywhere in Pearland.

Starlink’s entry plan reaches every address and provides a straightforward fallback beyond wired footprints.

Check first: The $55 promotional starting rate and satellite performance may differ from wired service.

Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Pearland

Southdown 77581

AT&T is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber households.

AT&T fiber reaches about 54% of ZIP 77581, ahead of Xfinity and Ezee Fiber there.

Shadow Creek Ranch 77584

Ezee Fiber is currently the strongest option for Maximum fiber speed.

Ezee Fiber reaches about 37% of ZIP 77584 with 8,000/8,000 Mbps service.

ZIP 77588

AT&T is currently the strongest option for Broad fiber availability.

AT&T fiber reaches about 68% of ZIP 77588, substantially exceeding Xfinity’s coverage there.

Internet providers near Pearland

Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Pearland, check the neighboring market directly.

Pearland Internet FAQs

Who is the best internet provider in Pearland, TX?

Xfinity is the best overall provider, with cable up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 55% of Pearland. If Ezee Fiber reaches your address, it is the faster choice, offering fiber up to 8,000/8,000 Mbps but reaching only about 23% of the city.

What is the fastest internet in Pearland, TX?

Ezee Fiber is the fastest, offering fiber up to 8,000/8,000 Mbps where available, reaching about 23% of Pearland. Xfinity is the best overall provider, with 2,000 Mbps cable reaching about 55%, so availability should decide between these options.

Which internet provider covers the most of Pearland, TX?

Xfinity has the largest non-satellite footprint at about 96% of Pearland, while satellite service is available everywhere. Xfinity’s broad coverage does not mean every speed tier is equally available, because its 2,000 Mbps plan reaches only about 55%.

What is the cheapest internet plan in Pearland, TX?

Sparklight 300 Mbps Internet is the cheapest plan at $24.95/month for the first 12 months, reaching about 10% of Pearland. It supplies 300 Mbps where available, but households should confirm eligibility and remember the quoted price is promotional.

Can I get fiber internet in Pearland?

Four listed providers offer fiber in Pearland: AT&T, Ezee Fiber, Xfinity, and Frontier. AT&T fiber reaches about 69%, Ezee Fiber about 23%, Xfinity fiber about 1%, and Frontier fiber about 2%, so address-level checking remains essential.

What internet speed do I need in Pearland?

A 300 Mbps plan is a practical starting point for many Pearland households, with Xfinity reaching about 96% and AT&T Fiber reaching about 69%. Larger households streaming, gaming, or working simultaneously should check faster tiers, but each tier’s availability varies by address.

Is fast fiber internet available in Shadow Creek Ranch?

Ezee Fiber’s 8,000/8,000 Mbps service reaches about 37% of ZIP 77584, including Shadow Creek Ranch. AT&T fiber reaches about 35% there, so residents should compare both providers at the exact address before choosing.

How We Analyze Internet in Pearland

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

A state-wide percentile of each plan’s maximum advertised download speed against every option filed with the FCC in the state, all technologies on one scale. It is not a measured speed test.

Coverage Calculation

Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Pearland report service availability from each provider.

Data Coverage for Pearland

ZIP Codes Analyzed:
775817758477588
Census Tracts: 39 tracts
Census Blocks: 1,646 blocks analyzed

How We Calculate Speed Score

The Speed Score is a state-wide percentile from 0 to 100. It answers one question: of every internet option filed with the FCC in this state, across every technology, what share is slower than this plan’s maximum advertised download speed?

What goes in:

  • The plan’s maximum advertised download speed, as the provider files it with the FCC and lists it for sale.
  • Every other serviceable option in the state from the FCC Broadband Data Collection, counted by the census blocks it reaches.

Speed Score = share of the state’s filed options with a lower advertised download speed

A score of 85 means this plan’s advertised speed beats 85% of the options filed in the state. Fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite are all on the same scale, so a 1,000 Mbps plan scores the same whoever sells it.

What it is not: a measured speed test. It does not include latency, upload speed, reliability or congestion. Real throughput at an address varies with wiring, equipment and time of day.

How providers are ordered on this page: each provider’s tier scores are averaged across the census blocks it serves, then multiplied by the share of the city it reaches. Wired providers rank ahead of wireless-only ones, and satellite last, because their filings describe a signal footprint rather than a plant. The same rule sets the title and the 30-second verdict.

Data source: FCC National Broadband Map (Broadband Data Collection), republished roughly twice a year; provider plan lists checked monthly.

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.