Richardson, TX Internet
Internet Providers in Richardson, TX
Compare every internet provider in Richardson, TX: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedIn Richardson, TX, the best overall pick is Spectrum: cable at up to 1,000 Mbps reaches about 90% of the city, and the provider’s footprint overall is about 90%. If Frontier reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with fiber up to 7,000 Mbps available to about 10% of the city. AT&T is the safe fallback where Spectrum does not reach; most of its footprint gets fiber at up to 5,000 Mbps, about 65% of the city. Coverage changes street to street, so confirm your exact address before you commit.
Best Internet Providers in Richardson, TX
Best plan here: Internet Gig 1 Gig — faster than 80% of all internet options in Texas
- Internet Gig 1 Gig$60/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)Cable1,000 MbpsDownload80Our score$60Per month
- Internet Premier 500 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)Cable500 MbpsDownload76Our score$40Per month
- Internet 100$30/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)Cable100 MbpsDownload18Our score$30Per month
Source: Spectrum official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
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.
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
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Richardson
Spectrum’s Internet Gig plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, enough for 4K streaming, gaming, video calls, and many connected devices. With a Speed Score of 80/100, its cable service is a reliable choice and ranks above Richardson’s city average of 56. Internet Gig is available to about 90% of the city, but availability and the best technology option can vary by address.
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 Spectrum
Spectrum’s up to 1,000 Mbps cable plan is excellent for streaming, gaming, video calls, and busy households, with up to 35 Mbps upload and availability to about 90% of Richardson. It also offers up to 500 Mbps for $40 per month and up to 100 Mbps for $30 per month, but availability is address-dependent, so check your address to confirm which plan you can get and whether the faster options are offered.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
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
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.
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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Richardson
At $90/mo for 12 months, AT&T’s 5 GIG Fiber plan offers up to 5000 Mbps both ways, making it a strong value for heavy internet use. Its 95/100 Speed Score is above Richardson’s 56 city average, so it is a top-tier option where available to about 65% of the city. AT&T also offers fixed wireless, so technology depends on your address; verify that fiber reaches your home before choosing, since Internet Air provides up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload.
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 on fiber, with up to 300 Mbps both ways for $35 per month, up to 1,000 Mbps both ways for $50, or up to 5,000 Mbps both ways for $90, plus reward cards on these plans. Fiber is address-dependent, available to about 72% of Richardson for the 300 Mbps, 500 Mbps, and 1 GIG plans and about 65% for 5 GIG, while Internet Air reaches about 40% with up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, so check for fiber first because the fixed wireless fallback may be less reliable for demanding modern use.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
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
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.
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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Richardson
Up to 7000 Mbps both ways on Frontier’s Fiber 7 Gig plan can comfortably support many simultaneous 4K streams, gaming, large downloads, and connected devices. With a 99/100 Speed Score, well above Richardson’s city average of 56, Frontier is a top-tier option and an excellent choice where fiber is available, but the plan reaches only 9.9% of the city, so confirm your 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
Frontier’s top Fiber 7 Gig plan offers up to 7,000 Mbps both ways, easily handling large households, 4K streaming, gaming, and demanding uploads. Its fiber lineup also includes more affordable options from up to 200 Mbps to 5,000 Mbps, but fiber is available to about 10% of Richardson, so check your address first because Frontier may not be a strong option where those plans are unavailable.
Available Plans
Fiber
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
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.
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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Richardson
Verizon’s 5G Home fixed wireless connection offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making it suitable for everyday streaming, browsing, and video calls, though performance can vary. Its Speed Score of 66/100 is above Richardson’s city average of 56, but availability reaches only about 78% of the city, so confirm that 5G Home is offered at your address.
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 is adequate for everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls but below average compared with faster home internet options. It reaches about 78% of Richardson, though availability and performance depend on your address, so check whether cable or fiber is available first if your household needs consistently fast service for heavy streaming, gaming, or multiple users.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
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
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.
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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Richardson
Households seeking affordable internet for streaming, work, and everyday use may find T-Mobile a competitive fixed-wireless option, with up to 500 Mbps download, 60 Mbps upload, and a Speed Score of 76/100, above Richardson’s city average of 56. Fixed wireless can vary with address conditions and congestion, and the 500 Mbps plans are available to about 77% of the city. Check availability at your address and compare wired options if you need the most consistent performance and lowest latency.
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 seeking solid everyday performance without needing fiber, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and up to 60 Mbps upload. The 500 Mbps plans have a good 76/100 Speed Score and are available to about 77% of Richardson, but fixed wireless can be less consistent than cable or fiber, so availability and performance are address-dependent and worth checking before you commit.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 75% of all internet options in Texas
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload75Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload51Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload18Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
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.
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
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Richardson
Satellite service can support everyday browsing, streaming, and work, but its higher latency may be noticeable for gaming and other real-time activities. Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130 per month, with a 75/100 Speed Score that is above Richardson’s 56 average. It is available to 100.0% of the city, but shoppers who prioritize low latency should check what other connection types reach their address.
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 Starlink
Satellite internet gives Starlink broad reach, with up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload on its fastest plan, but higher latency can make gaming and some video calls less responsive than fiber or cable. The $130/mo Residential Max 400 Mbps plan is a solid option where wired service is unavailable, and it is available to 100.0% of Richardson, but check for fiber or cable at your address first because those technologies are usually more consistent for modern needs.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
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
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.
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
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Richardson
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 18/100 Speed Score indicates limited value for the price. As a satellite service, it has limited performance compared with other technologies, and its 18/100 score is below the city average of 56. Fusion is available to 100.0% of Richardson, but you should check what other options reach your specific 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 HughesNet
At $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet offers up to 25, 50, or 100 Mbps download speeds, but its satellite service provides limited value for demanding modern use, especially on the 100 Mbps Fusion plan with a Speed Score of 18/100. HughesNet reaches 100.0% of Richardson, but check your address for fiber or cable first, since those options may offer a better experience than satellite for streaming, gaming, and multiple connected devices.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
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
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.
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
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Richardson
Viasat is a limited-performance option compared with alternatives in Richardson, with a headline Speed Score of 17/100 versus the city average of 56. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan reaches 100% of the city and offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, but satellite typically has higher latency, so check what other technologies are available at your specific 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 Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is a fallback option rather than a top choice, since its satellite plans offer below-average performance and can have higher latency. Viasat Essentials is the better value, with 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; both are available to 100% of Richardson, but you should check for faster fiber or cable service at your address first.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Richardson
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
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload75Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- SpectrumInternet Gig 1 Gig$60/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)1,000 MbpsDownload80Our score$60Per month~89.5%CoverageCable
- SpectrumInternet Premier 500 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)500 MbpsDownload76Our score$40Per month~89.5%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~64.7%CoverageFiber
- T-MobileT-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 Mastercard500 MbpsDownload76Our score$45$60Per month~77.3%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-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 Mastercard500 MbpsDownload76Our score$55$70Per month~77.3%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-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 Mastercard400 MbpsDownload75Our score$35$50Per month~77.3%CoverageFixed Wireless
- 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~72.3%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~72.3%CoverageFiber
- 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~78.4%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 Richardson
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Spectrum Internet 100 for $30 promotional monthly pricing for 12 months, reaching about 90% of Richardson.
Its 100 Mbps cable tier reaches about 90% of the city and suits shared browsing, classes, and streaming.
Check first: Confirm address availability because Spectrum's footprint does not cover every Richardson home.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose AT&T Fiber 1 GIG where available, reaching about 72% of Richardson.
Its 1,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 72% of the city for demanding video calls and uploads.
Check first: AT&T's 5,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches only about 65%, so verify the exact tier.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Frontier Fiber 7 Gig where available for 7,000 Mbps symmetrical service.
Frontier's fastest fiber reaches about 10% of Richardson, making it the fastest choice at qualifying addresses.
Check first: Frontier fiber reaches only about 10% of the city, so address qualification is essential.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose Starlink Residential 100 Mbps for $55 promotional monthly pricing, available everywhere in Richardson.
Starlink's 100 Mbps plan reaches every address when wired and fixed-wireless options are unavailable.
Check first: Verify satellite suitability for your property before choosing it over available wired service.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Richardson
Canyon Creek 75080
AT&T is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber households.
AT&T's 5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 85% of ZIP 75080, the strongest listed local coverage.
Heights Park 75081
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Fiber-powered work and streaming.
AT&T's 5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 67% of ZIP 75081, ahead of its other listed options.
Breckinridge Park 75082
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Broad fiber availability.
AT&T's 5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 60% of ZIP 75082, while Frontier's 7,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 8%.
ZIP 75083
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Highest local fiber coverage.
AT&T's 5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 94% of ZIP 75083, the highest listed ZIP figure.
Internet providers near Richardson
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Richardson, check the neighboring market directly.
Richardson Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Richardson, TX?
Spectrum is the best overall provider, with cable up to 1,000 Mbps reaching about 90% of Richardson. Frontier is faster where available, offering 7,000 Mbps fiber to about 10% of the city, so check your address before choosing.
What is the fastest internet in Richardson, TX?
Frontier is the fastest where available, offering 7,000 Mbps fiber to about 10% of Richardson. Spectrum is the best overall option, with 1,000 Mbps cable reaching about 90% of the city.
Which internet provider covers the most of Richardson, TX?
Among the eight listed providers, T-Mobile has the broadest non-satellite footprint at about 91% of Richardson. Satellite services are available everywhere, while T-Mobile's 400 Mbps plan reaches about 77% of the city.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Richardson, TX?
Frontier Fiber 200 is the cheapest plan at $29.99 per month promotional pricing for 200 Mbps, reaching about 10% of Richardson. The rate is for the first 12 months for new customers, so verify eligibility and address availability.
Can I get fiber internet in Richardson?
AT&T's 5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 65% of Richardson, while its 1,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 72%. Frontier fiber reaches about 10%, so fiber availability and maximum speed depend on your exact address.
What internet speed do I need in Richardson?
A 100 Mbps plan reaches about 90% through Spectrum and can support ordinary browsing, classes, and streaming for smaller households. Larger households should check fiber tiers, including AT&T's 1,000 Mbps option reaching about 72% of Richardson.
Can two homes in the same ZIP get different options?
Yes. Provider qualification often changes by block, apartment building, or infrastructure segment.
How We Analyze Internet in Richardson
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 Richardson report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Richardson
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.