Internet Providers in Blum, TX

Over 940 people in Blum found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

14% availability
EarthLink Fiber logo

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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100% Fiber. All the way to your door. $24.95/mo

#2

Viasat

98.74% availability
Viasat logo

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#3

Windstream

88.02% availability
Windstream logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL / Phone
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2717)

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The Kinetic Promise™ delivers reliable internet for real life.

#4

HughesNet

98.23% 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.

#5

Starlink

97% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite
Speed up to:

400 Mbps

User Review:

(2978)

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Fast Satellite Internet available almost anywhere on Earth.

Television Only Providers in Blum, TX

#1DIRECTV

  • Entertainment package: 90+ channels streaming or 175+ via satellite, locals included
  • Two ways to watch: satellite service, or streaming over the internet
  • HBO Max, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME, STARZ®, and Cinemax® included free for 3 months
  • On Demand shows and movies, plus unlimited cloud DVR storage on streaming plans
  • Professional installation with satellite, or plug-in self-setup with streaming
Pricing starting at:
$59.99

#2Dish 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

Best Internet Providers in Blum

Blum reads as a small farming town with a compact Main Street and houses fanning out into wide fields. With development clustered along the state highway and a small commercial strip, carriers followed the easy routes for cable and DSL. Fiber service is concentrated in downtown Blum and the newer subdivisions near the town center, while the outlying county roads and older ranch lots remain mostly served by cable, DSL, or satellite. So, if you live in a fiber pocket uploads are stronger and multi-user streaming is easy, but if you're on the edges expect spotty speeds, higher latency, or data caps that make large backups slow.

In Blum, internet competition varies by neighborhood, but most residents have multiple options to choose from. After reviewing provider availability, plan pricing, typical speeds, and customer sentiment across the 25 areas we track, here are our top recommendations for 2026.

EarthLink Fiber is the standout pick if it is available at your address. With speeds up to 5 Gbps (and, in some areas, symmetrical upload speeds), it is often the best option for gaming, remote work, and busy households with many users and connected devices. Availability has expanded across parts of Blum, so it is worth checking your exact address first.

Rise Broadband is usually the most widely available choice in Blum and a strong option when you need a reliable connection. Its network reaches approximately 100% of Blum, with speeds up to 5 Mbps and plans starting around N/A/mo, making it the most accessible option for many residents. In neighborhoods where EarthLink Fiber is not offered yet, Rise Broadband is often the best overall mix of speed and price.

Viasat can be a strong third option if you would rather keep things simple, with straightforward pricing around $49.99/mo and fewer stipulations.

Coverage reaches roughly 99% of Blum, and speeds range between 50 Mbps and 150 Mbps, which is enough for streaming, video calls, and everyday home use. It can be a great fit in parts of Blum where signal strength is strong.

Windstream or Viasat may still offer service in parts of Blum, if none of these are available at your address, with speeds up to 2 Gbps. Since promotions change often, it is always smart to check current deals before you order.

What is the fastest internet provider in Blum?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Blum, TX, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 14% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps14.00%
WindstreamFiber / DSL / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps88.02%
StarlinkSatellite400 Mbps44 Mbps97.00%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps98.74%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps98.23%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Blum?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Blum starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 5 Gbps. Windstream offers the next lowest price at $39.99/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Windstream$39.99Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Starlink$55.00Up to 400 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Blum?

Blum has 4 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

25.34%

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

DSL

88.02%

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

5G Wireless

100.00%

No contracts or data caps. Cyberonic leads at 0.00%. Typical 15 Mbps - 450 Mbps. Great for renters and budget-conscious users.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps), Starlink (400 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most Blum residents.

Blum, TX - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Blum, TX has a total of 12 internet providers including  4 Fiber providers, 3 DSL providers, 6 Fixed Wireless providers and 3 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Blum, TX by Coverage Area

All 12 internet providers serving Blum by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 6 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Rise Broadband5 Mbps1 MbpsFixed Wireless100.00%
2.BelWave Communications50 Mbps50 MbpsFixed Wireless100.00%
3.NextLink30 Mbps30 MbpsFixed Wireless100.00%
4.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.74%
5.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.23%
6.Cirra Networks15 Mbps5 MbpsFixed Wireless98.15%
7.Starlink400 Mbps44 MbpsSatellite97.00%
8.Windstream2 Gbps2 GbpsFiber / DSL / Phone88.02%
9.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber14.00%
10.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless~
11.T-Mobile 5G Home Internet~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile / 5G Home Internet~
12.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Blum?

Yes. Blum 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

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 Blum

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Blum, 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 12 internet providers in Blum, TX. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite.

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $39.95. 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 Blum, 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 Blum. 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. Blum residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. 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 Blum, 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 Blum. 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 Blum is 28 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 Blum, TX.

Viasat, HughesNet, Starlink, Windstream, and EarthLink Fiber offer internet in Blum, TX.

  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Starlink: Offers speeds up to 400 Mbps starting at $55.00/mo.
  • Windstream: Offers speeds up to 2 Gbps starting at $39.99/mo.
  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.

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