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Shop and compare 11 internet providers for Waco, TX
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedYour best Waco connection can change street to street, and building to building, so check fiber at your exact address first. Fiber is the option to want: AT&T covers 76.5% citywide, with up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 29%; Astound Broadband covers 70.8%, with up to 1,500/1,500 Mbps fiber reaching about 4%; Pavlov Media covers 7.8%, with up to 8,000/8,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 8%. Fiber offers the lowest latency and symmetrical speeds for heavy work from home, big uploads, competitive gaming, and device-packed homes, with Sanger Heights (76707) and Baylor University area apartments standing out locally. Otherwise, cable is the strong everyday choice: Spectrum covers 71.7% citywide, with up to 1,000/1,000 Mbps reaching about 56%, while Astound covers 70.8%, with up to 1,500/50 Mbps cable reaching about 70%. Cable is usually plenty and cheaper for streaming, browsing, and video calls, so do you really need multi-gig fiber? North Waco (76704), Castle Heights, and Dean Highland deserve address checks, while students at McLennan Community College and Texas State Technical College Waco should verify wiring and beware old DSL or copper. Nextlink, Verizon, and T-Mobile are budget fixed-wireless backups; otherwise Starlink is the fallback, so confirm the exact address and apartment unit wiring.
Speed Score: Faster than 93% 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
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THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Waco
Astound Broadband is a strong choice in Waco, especially where its top-tier fiber is available. Its fiber plan offers up to 1500 Mbps download and 1500 Mbps upload with a 93/100 speed score, while its cable plan offers up to 1500 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload with an 89/100 score, both above the city’s 68 average top speed score. Fiber is the connection to want, but it reaches only 3.9% of the city compared with cable’s 70.4%, so check your exact address within Astound Broadband’s 70.8% overall coverage.
About Astound Broadband
Astound Broadband is a strong option in Waco, especially for households that can get its fiber, while its cable service is excellent for most everyday needs. The provider reaches 70.8% of the city, with fiber offering up to 1500 Mbps download and 1500 Mbps upload at 3.9% of census blocks, while the more widely available cable plan reaches 70.4% of census blocks and offers up to 1500 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload. Check your exact address for fiber first, since the cable upload speed may be limiting for heavy uploads, remote work, or frequent large file sharing.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber 2 GIG — faster than 81% of all internet options in Texas
- Fiber 2 GIGFiber2,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$80Per month
- Fiber 1 GIGFiber1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$40Per month
- Fiber 500Fiber500 MbpsDownload78Our score$30Per month
Source: Nextlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
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THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Waco
Up to 2,000 Mbps both ways on Nextlink’s Fiber 2 GIG plan can comfortably handle 4K streaming, gaming, video calls, and multiple connected devices. Its 81/100 Speed Score is well above Waco’s 68 average, making this a strong fixed wireless option, though fixed wireless can be more variable than a wired connection. The Fiber 2 GIG, Fiber 1 GIG, and Fiber 500 plans use Lbr Fixed Wireless and each reaches 74.7% of Waco, while Nextlink’s overall coverage is 91.5%, so check your exact address for plan availability.
About Nextlink
Up to 2,000 Mbps both ways is more than enough for large households, 4K streaming, video calls, gaming, and heavy uploads. Nextlink reaches 91.5% of Waco, and its Fiber 2 GIG, Fiber 1 GIG, and Fiber 500 plans are all Lbr Fixed Wireless, each reaching 74.7% of the city, so check your exact address because fixed wireless can be adequate but may be less consistent than wired service.
Available Plans
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Best plan here: Internet 2 Gig — faster than 94% of all internet options in Texas
- Internet 2 GigCable2,000 MbpsDownload94Our score$80Per month
- 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
Excellent
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Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Waco
Spectrum’s up to 2,000 Mbps Internet 2 Gig plan, rated 94/100, can comfortably support multiple 4K streams, gaming, large downloads, and busy connected homes. As a cable connection, it is a solid and competitive option in Waco, well above the city’s average top speed score of 68. Spectrum reaches 71.7% of Waco, but the Internet 2 Gig plan and its other listed tiers are available to 56.1%, so check your exact address before choosing it.
About Spectrum
Up to 2,000 Mbps on Spectrum’s Internet 2 Gig cable plan is excellent for busy households, supporting multiple 4K streams, gaming, video calls, and large downloads at once. Spectrum’s cable service reaches 71.7% of Waco overall, but each listed plan is available to 56.1% of the city, so check your exact address for Internet 2 Gig or another tier before signing up.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
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 Waco
5G fixed wireless provides a practical option for streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing, with Verizon’s 5G Home Plus offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload at a strong 81/100 Speed Score. Its 5G Home plan reaches up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload with a 75/100 score, while fixed wireless can be more variable than wired connections but remains above Waco’s 68 average top speed score. Verizon covers 66.7% of Waco, though both listed plans reach 65.4% of the city, so confirm availability at your exact address.
About Verizon
Verizon uses 5G Fixed Wireless, which can support streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing, though it may be less consistent than cable or fiber. Its 5G Home Plus plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for $45/mo promotional pricing, while 5G Home offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for $35/mo promotional pricing; both reach 65.4% of the city, compared with Verizon’s overall 66.7% coverage, so check your exact address before signing up.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: AT&T Fiber 5 GIG — faster than 99% of all internet options in Texas
- AT&T Fiber 5 GIG$95/mo for the first 12 months, then $135/moFiber5,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$95Per month
- AT&T Fiber 1 GIG$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/moFiber1,000 MbpsDownload93Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 500$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $75/moFiber500 MbpsDownload78Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Internet Air$55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload75Our score$55Per month
- AT&T Fiber 300$35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/moFiber300 MbpsDownload78Our score$35Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
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Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Waco
AT&T offers strong value, with up to 300 Mbps fiber for $35/mo for the first 12 months, up to 1,000 Mbps for $50/mo for the first 12 months with a 93 Speed Score, and up to 5,000 Mbps for $95/mo for the first 12 months with a 99 Speed Score. Fiber is an excellent choice and the option to want for performance, but it reaches 28.8% of Waco, so check your exact address because AT&T’s 76.5% overall coverage also includes Internet Air, a fixed wireless plan with up to 300 Mbps, a 75 Speed Score, and 15.9% reach.
About AT&T
For $35 to $95 per month for the first 12 months, AT&T offers excellent value with fiber plans providing up to 300 Mbps, 1,000 Mbps, or 5,000 Mbps, though promotional prices increase afterward. AT&T reaches 76.5% of Waco, and fiber is the option to want where available, but its plans reach 28.8% of the city, so check your exact address first; Internet Air fixed wireless offers up to 300 Mbps at $55 per month initially in 15.9% of the city as a more limited fallback.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Amplified Home Internet — faster than 76% of all internet options in Texas
- Amplified Home Internet$60/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload76Our score$60Per month
- All-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload76Our score$70Per month
- Rely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless354 MbpsDownload75Our score$50Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Waco
Households that want up to 498 Mbps for streaming, work, and multiple devices may find T-Mobile’s 5G Fixed Wireless service a competitive choice, with Amplified and All-In scoring 76/100 and Rely reaching up to 354 Mbps with a 75/100 score, all above Waco’s 68 average. Fixed wireless can vary with signal and congestion, and while T-Mobile covers 82.3% of Waco, these plans are available to 37.5% of the city, so confirm service at your exact address before signing up.
About T-Mobile
Households looking for reasonably fast internet for streaming, work, and everyday use may find T-Mobile’s 5G fixed wireless service a good fit, with plans offering up to 498 Mbps for $60/mo or $70/mo and a lower-priced option offering up to 354 Mbps for $50/mo. T-Mobile reaches 82.3% of Waco, but these specific plans are available to 37.5% of the city, so check your exact address and compare fiber or cable first if available, since fixed wireless is adequate but can be less consistent than wired service.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Pavlov Media
Speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 99% 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 Waco
Fiber is the connection to want for low-latency performance, smooth streaming, gaming, and demanding home use. Pavlov Media offers up to 8000 Mbps download and 8000 Mbps upload with a 99/100 speed score, making it an excellent, top-tier option that is well above Waco’s average top speed score of 68. Its fiber coverage reaches 7.8% of the city, so check your exact address to confirm this plan is available.
About Pavlov Media
Fiber is the connection to want for demanding work, streaming, gaming, and many connected devices, and Pavlov Media offers up to 8000 Mbps both ways with a 99/100 speed score. Pavlov Media reaches 7.8% of Waco, while its up to 8000 Mbps fiber tier reaches 7.8% of census blocks, so check your exact address to see whether this excellent option is available.
Available Plans
Fiber
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
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Adequate
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Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Waco
Rise Broadband reaches just 1.7% of Waco, so most shoppers have a low chance of finding service at their address. Its fixed wireless plans offer up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload with a 38/100 Speed Score and reach 0.1% of the city, or up to 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload with a 28/100 score and 1.6% reach. Both score below Waco’s 68 average, so consider checking other providers first and confirm which plan, if any, is available at your exact address.
About Rise Broadband
Rise Broadband reaches just 1.7% of Waco, so your chances of getting service are limited. It offers fixed wireless plans up to 50 Mbps down and 10 Mbps up, with that tier reaching 0.1% of census blocks, while the up to 25 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up plan reaches 1.6%; these below-average speeds may be adequate for basic use but could fall short for modern households, so check for faster cable or fiber options at your address first.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr 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 Waco
Satellite internet offers broad reach and can support everyday browsing and streaming, but higher latency may be noticeable for competitive gaming and some video calls. Starlink’s Residential – Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps for $130/mo with a Speed Score of 65/100, while its 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps plans score 43/100. Starlink reaches 100.0% of Waco, but its top score is below the city’s average top speed score of 68, so consider checking other providers first for stronger performance at your address.
About Starlink
Satellite internet gives Starlink 100.0% coverage across Waco, making it a practical fallback for addresses that wired providers miss, though higher latency can make gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities less consistent. Check for fiber or cable at your exact address first, since Starlink’s fastest option is up to 400 Mbps for $130/mo, while its 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps plans cost $85/mo and $55/mo and satellite may be less suitable for demanding modern use.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 94% of all internet options in Texas
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload6Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload1Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Waco
Viasat is a fallback option in Waco, not a top-performing choice: Viasat Essentials offers up to 55 Mbps down and 4 Mbps up with a Speed Score of 6/100, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps down and 4 Mbps up with a score of 1/100, both well below the city’s 68 average. Viasat reaches 100.0% of the city, but each listed satellite plan reaches 97.5%, so satellite’s high latency and limited performance make it worth checking other providers available at your exact address first.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly a fallback option, so check for faster wired internet at your address first. It reaches 100.0% of Waco with satellite service, but its plans are only up to 55 Mbps down and 4 Mbps up for $69.99/mo with Viasat Essentials or up to 34 Mbps down and 4 Mbps up for $99.99/mo with Viasat Unleashed, and each plan reaches 97.5% of the city, which may not be sufficient for modern needs.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Elite — slower than 72% of all internet options in Texas
- Elite$64.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $89.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload28Our score$64.99Per month
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload28Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload6Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload1Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Waco
At $64.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $89.99/mo, HughesNet’s Elite plan buys up to 100 Mbps over satellite, but its Speed Score of 28/100 reflects limited performance compared with alternatives. HughesNet reaches 100.0% of Waco, and its lower-priced Select and Lite plans provide up to 50 Mbps and 25 Mbps, respectively, with even lower scores of 6/100 and 1/100. Because satellite has higher latency and lower real-world performance than wired connections, check what other providers can serve your exact address before choosing HughesNet.
About HughesNet
HughesNet costs $39.99/mo to $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/mo to $119.99/mo, for up to 25 to 100 Mbps satellite service with speed scores of 1/100 to 28/100, so the value is limited for demanding modern use. It reaches 100.0% of Waco, but it offers no fiber or cable plans here, so check your exact address for faster wired options first and consider HughesNet mainly where those alternatives are unavailable.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in Waco
All 26 product lines from 8 providers that actually serve this city, with the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 26 plans
- StarlinkResidential – Max400 MbpsDownload65Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- NextlinkFiber 1 GIG1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$40Per month~74.7%CoverageFiber
- NextlinkFiber 2 GIG2,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$80Per month~74.7%CoverageFiber
- NextlinkFiber 500500 MbpsDownload78Our score$30Per month~74.7%CoverageFiber
- Verizon5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$45$70Per month~65.4%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- SpectrumInternet 2 Gig2,000 MbpsDownload94Our score$80Per month~56.1%CoverageCable
- SpectrumInternet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload88Our score$60$70Per month~56.1%CoverageCable
- Verizon5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo300 MbpsDownload75Our score$35$60Per month~65.4%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- SpectrumInternet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/mo500 MbpsDownload78Our score$40$50Per month~56.1%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential – 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload43Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
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 Waco
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Check AT&T fiber first; if unavailable, compare Astound cable for a strong shared-household connection.
At McLennan Community College, AT&T's 5,000 Mbps fiber appears across 49.9% of ZIP 76708.
Check first: Verify your exact address; fiber tiers occupy smaller footprints than provider coverage.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Check AT&T fiber first; where unavailable, choose Astound cable for dependable work-from-home capacity.
AT&T reaches 76.5% citywide; Astound reaches 70.8%, and its 1,500/50 Mbps cable tier reaches about 70%.
Check first: Fastest tiers have smaller footprints, so verify fiber or cable service at your address.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Check AT&T or Pavlov fiber first; use cable as the strong fallback where fiber misses.
Pavlov fiber reaches about 8% citywide, while AT&T's 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 29%.
Check first: Neither top fiber tier is citywide, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Check fiber first, then Nextlink fixed wireless; satellite is the fallback for addresses wired options miss.
Nextlink covers 91.5% citywide, and its 500/100 Mbps tier reaches about 75% of the city.
Check first: Starlink reaches 100% citywide, but its basic tier is 220/30 Mbps.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in Waco
Downtown Waco
Astound Broadband is currently the strongest option for Wired household connectivity.
Astound is listed across 29.9% with 1,500/50 Mbps cable; AT&T fiber follows at 26.2%.
Magnolia Market at the Silos
Pavlov Media is currently the strongest option for Maximum fiber speed.
Pavlov fiber leads with 41.4% of ZIP 76706 listed at 8,000/8,000 Mbps.
Sanger Heights
AT&T is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber.
AT&T leads with 61.7% listed for 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber, plus 27.2% for 1,000/1,000 Mbps.
Internet providers near Waco
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Waco, check the neighboring market directly.
Waco Internet FAQs
What is the fastest internet provider in Waco?
Pavlov Media is Waco's fastest listed provider, offering up to 8,000/8,000 Mbps fiber where its tier reaches about 8% of the city. AT&T reaches 76.5% overall, while its 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 29%, so check both addresses.
Can I get fiber near Magnolia Market at the Silos?
Yes—fiber is listed near Magnolia Market at the Silos: Pavlov Media reaches 41.4% of ZIP 76706 with 8,000/8,000 Mbps. AT&T also lists 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber across 19.5% there, so check your exact address for fiber first.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Waco?
Astound Broadband has Waco's lowest listed promotional starting rate: $20/mo for 12 months. Its provider coverage is 70.8%, with cable reaching about 70% of the city, making it a strong low-price wired option where fiber is unavailable.
What internet speed do I need for streaming and gaming in Waco?
For demanding streaming and gaming, look for at least 1,000 Mbps; AT&T offers up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber where that tier reaches about 29% of Waco. Spectrum's 1,000/1,000 Mbps cable tier reaches about 56%, so check fiber first and cable next at your address.
What internet is available in North Waco?
North Waco lists AT&T fiber at 45.1% for 1,000/1,000 Mbps, while Astound cable is listed at 43.2% for 1,500/50 Mbps. Check the address for AT&T fiber first, then compare Astound where fiber is unavailable.
How We Analyze Internet in Waco
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 Waco report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Waco
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.