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Internet Providers in Abilene, TX

Over 1,783 people in Abilene found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

41.71% availability
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Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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Limited-Time Fibermaxx Offer: Lock in Fiber 1 Gig for $39.95/mo

#2

Windstream

3.89% availability
Windstream logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / DSL / Phone
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2717)

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Windstream offers two great high-speed Internet plans that will support all of your online activities.

#3

Earthlink 5G Home Internet

86.1% availability
Earthlink 5G Home Internet logo

Connection Types:

Fixed Wireless / Mobile
Speed up to:

425 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

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No credit checks - No contracts

#4

AT&T

41.71% availability

Connection Types:

DSL / Television
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2629)

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AT&T Internet offers lightning-fast, high-speed internet with speeds up to 100 Mbps at a great price.

#5

Viasat

66.46% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#6

Optimum

60.55% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2649)

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You get access to over 1 million hotspots in public places throughout the country.

#7

HughesNet

71.45% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

100 Mbps

User Review:

(2869)

*24-month commitment and early service termination fees apply. Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACH enrollment. Offer may vary by geographic area.

Unlimited Data – With no hard data limits, if you use the data in your plan, speeds will reduce.

Television Only Providers in Abilene, TX

#1Dish Network

  • DISH is ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power for the third year in a row.
  • 2-Year TV Price Guarantee.
  • Free Google Voice Remote and Smart DVR Included.
  • Record up to 16 shows at once.
  • 80,000 On Demand Titles.
  • FREE Standard Professional Installation from a trusted, local expert.
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

#2DIRECTV

  • Best entertainement options for any sports fan over Cable TV, including NFL Sunday Ticket!
  • Includes local channels
  • HBO, Showtime, Starz, Cinemax free for first 3 months
  • Free upgrade to Genie HD-DVR
  • Free professional installation in up to 4 rooms
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

Best Internet Providers in Abilene

EarthLink Fiber's fiber can give you the best combination of price and performance in Abilene, it it is available at your address. Fiber internet is the top choice for consistency and speed, making it ideal for remote work and for households with many users and devices. Plans start at 100 Mbps, with pricing ranging between $24.99 and $99/mo.

Windstream cable internet is the next-best option in Abilene for fast downloads and broad availability, if fiber is not available. Speeds can reach up to 2 Gbps, and pricing often starts around $24.99/mo.

Earthlink 5G Home Internet 5G home internet can be an easy setup with predictable pricing, and is worth considering in Abilene. Plans start around $39.95/mo, with typical speeds around 6 Mbps-450 Mbps depending on your location and signal.

What is the fastest internet provider in Abilene?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Abilene, TX, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 41.71% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps41.71%
WindstreamFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps3.89%
AT&TDSL / Television1 Gbps1 Gbps41.71%
OptimumFiber / Cable / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps60.55%
Earthlink 5G Home InternetFixed Wireless / Mobile425 Mbps15 Mbps86.10%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps66.46%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps71.45%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Abilene?

Optimum offers the cheapest internet in Abilene starting at $24.99/month with speeds up to 1 Gbps. EarthLink Fiber offers the next lowest price at $39.95/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Windstream$39.99Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
AT&T$55.00Up to 1 GbpsNo1 TB
Optimum$24.99Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Earthlink 5G Home Internet$39.95Up to 425 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Abilene?

Abilene has 5 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

0.25%

Fastest, most reliable. Symmetrical speeds. EarthLink Fiber is the best available for gaming and WFH.

Cable

60.55%

Most widely available wired option. Windstream covers 3.89%, Optimum covers 60.55%. Up to 2 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

44.96%

Windstream, max 2 Gbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

5G Wireless

1.16%

No contracts or data caps. Earthlink 5G Home Internet leads at 86.10%. Typical 15 Mbps - 450 Mbps. Great for renters and budget-conscious users.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most Abilene residents.

Abilene, TX - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Abilene, TX has a total of 14 internet providers including  7 Fiber providers, 4 Cable providers, 6 DSL providers, 6 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Abilene, TX by Coverage Area

All 14 internet providers serving Abilene by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 7 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Earthlink 5G Home Internet425 Mbps15 MbpsFixed Wireless / Mobile86.10%
2.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone71.45%
3.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone66.46%
4.Optimum1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / Cable / Television / Phone60.55%
5.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber41.71%
6.AT&T1 Gbps1 GbpsDSL / Television41.71%
7.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless41.71%
8.Windstream2 Gbps2 GbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone3.89%
9.Taylor Telephone Cooperative20 Mbps3 MbpsFiber / DSL1.25%
10.AMA TechTel6 Mbps1 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.68%
11.Wisper ISP20 Mbps4 MbpsFixed Wireless0.47%
12.Ripflo Network~~Fixed Wireless~
13.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
14.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Abilene?

Yes. Abilene residents may qualify for free or discounted internet service through the federal Lifeline program, or provider-specific, low-income, affordable internet plans.

Federal Program

Lifeline

An FCC program that provides up to a $9.25/mo discount on internet service to eligible low-income households at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Provider Program

AT&T Access

$30/month for up to 100 Mbps for qualifying households. Access from AT&T includes Wi-Fi & installation; no equipment fees or annual contract.

Provider Program

Optimum Advantage Internet

$15/mo for 100 Mbps for qualifying households. Optimum Advantage Internet includes free installation and equipment.

Provider Program

Windstream by Kinetic Income Assist

$20/mo for 200 Mbps fiber for qualifying households. Windstream Kinetic Income Assist has no data caps and includes a modem.

Frequently Asked Questions about Abilene

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Abilene, TX, based on speed and pricing. It's Fiber internet reaches speeds up to 5 Gbps, and plans start at $39.95. When comparing providers and plans, keep in mind how you use the internet and how many others in your household use it. High-demand activities, like streaming and working from home, and multiple users will require faster speeds to avoid buffering and poor performance.

There are 14 internet providers in Abilene, TX. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite.

Optimum offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $24.99. Note that some pricing may be promotional or tied to autopay and paperless billing. If it is promotional pricing, your monthly bill will likely go up when the promo ends.

EarthLink Fiber has the fastest speeds in Abilene, with a top download speed of 5 Gbps. Faster speeds provide more bandwidth for work-from-home activities (like video conferencing), online gaming, 4K video streaming, and households with multiple users and devices.

Yes, fiber internet is available in Abilene. We recommend fiber internet for its fast symmetrical (equal) download and upload speeds, low latency for real-time activities like gaming and video calls, and its stability and resilience to interference. Fiber availability varies by address.

Yes. Abilene residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. AT&T Access starts at $30/month for up to 100 Mbps. Optimum Advantage Internet can offer $15/mo for 100 Mbps. Windstream by Kinetic Income Assist provides up to 200 Mbps fiber for $20/mo. Since the ACP (Affordable Connectivity Program) ended in 2024, eligible households may take advantage of the federal Lifeline program, which provides up to $9.25/month in discounts.

If it's available in Abilene, fiber internet is the best internet option for online gaming. Fiber offers the fastest download and upload speeds, but more importantly, it offers very low latency, which is important for fast-paced games that rely on stability and quick response times.

Yes, 5G home internet is available in Abilene. 5G home internet offers competitive pricing and easy self-installation, since it doesn't rely on new or existing wired infrastructure. Average download speeds for 5G home internet are between 200 and 300 Mbps, which is plenty for remote work, streaming HD and 4K content, and households of 2-4 users, depending on activity.

The average download speed in Abilene is 129 Mbps. For comparison, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) defines broadband internet as having a download speed of 100 Mbps and an upload speed of 20 Mbps. Go to TestMySpeed and run an internet speed test to see how fast your internet connection is compared to speeds in Abilene, TX.

Earthlink 5G Home Internet, HughesNet, Viasat, Optimum, and EarthLink Fiber offer internet in Abilene, TX.

  • Earthlink 5G Home Internet: Offers speeds up to 425 Mbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • Optimum: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $24.99/mo.
  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Abilene

Abilene Library Consortium
3305 N. 3rd St.
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 672-7081
Abilene Public Library
202 Cedar St
Abilene, TX 79601
(325) 676-6018
Big Country Library System
202 Cedar Street
Abilene, TX 79601
(325) 676-6328

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