Internet Providers in Bowie, TX

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

#1

EarthLink Fiber

92.05% availability
EarthLink Fiber logo

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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

#2

Windstream

0.22% availability
Windstream logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / DSL / Phone
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2717)

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)

No credit checks - No contracts

#4

AT&T

92.05% availability

Connection Types:

DSL / Television
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2629)

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

#5

Brightspeed

87.5% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL
Speed up to:

940 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

We’re a brand-new choice in internet. And we’re on a mission to power your home with reliable internet.

#6

Viasat

95.13% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

#7

HughesNet

98.52% 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 Bowie, 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 Bowie

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in most parts of Bowie, if it is available at your address. Fiber internet is one of the fastest and most reliable types of internet and is ideal for remote work, streaming, gaming, and busy households with lots of connected devices. In many areas of Bowie, you will see speed tiers from 6 Mbps to 5 Gbps, with pricing generally in the $39-$99/mo range.

Windstream is a solid choice in Bowie, if fiber is not available where you live. Cable internet is widely available in many parts of Bowie and can support most households with speeds up to 2 Gbps and plans starting at $39.99/mo.

Earthlink 5G Home Internet offers 5G home internet plans starting at $39.95/mo, and delivers speeds from 6 Mbps to 450 Mbps, depending on your address and signal strength. 5G internet can be a great alternative in many parts of Bowie.


What is the fastest internet provider in Bowie?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Bowie, TX, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 92.05% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps92.05%
WindstreamFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps0.22%
AT&TDSL / Television1 Gbps1 Gbps92.05%
BrightspeedFiber / DSL940 Mbps940 Mbps87.50%
Earthlink 5G Home InternetFixed Wireless / Mobile425 Mbps15 Mbps86.10%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps95.13%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps98.52%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Bowie?

Brightspeed offers the cheapest internet in Bowie starting at $39.00/month with speeds up to 940 Mbps. 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
Brightspeed$39.00Up to 940 MbpsNoUnlimited
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 Bowie?

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

Cable

74.73%

Most widely available wired option. Windstream covers 0.22%, Cyberonic covers 92.05%. Up to 2 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

92.05%

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. 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 Bowie residents.


Bowie, TX - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Bowie, TX has a total of 11 internet providers including  3 Cable providers, 5 DSL providers, 4 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.


Compare Internet Providers in Bowie, TX by Coverage Area

All 11 internet providers serving Bowie 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 Broadband15 Mbps3 MbpsFixed Wireless100.00%
2.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.52%
3.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone95.13%
4.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber92.05%
5.AT&T1 Gbps1 GbpsDSL / Television92.05%
6.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless92.05%
7.Brightspeed940 Mbps940 MbpsFiber / DSL87.50%
8.Earthlink 5G Home Internet425 Mbps15 MbpsFixed Wireless / Mobile86.10%
9.Vyve Broadband8 Mbps2 MbpsFiber / Cable74.73%
10.Windstream2 Gbps2 GbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone0.22%
11.Birch Communications6 Mbps~Fiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.10%

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Bowie?

Yes. Bowie 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

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 Bowie

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Bowie, 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 11 internet providers in Bowie, TX. Residents have a variety of service options, including cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite.

Brightspeed offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $39.00. 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 Bowie, 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 Bowie. 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. Bowie residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. AT&T Access starts at $30/month for up to 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 Bowie, 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 Bowie. 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 Bowie is 16 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 Bowie, TX.

HughesNet, Viasat, EarthLink Fiber, AT&T, and Brightspeed offer internet in Bowie, TX.

  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • AT&T: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $55.00/mo.
  • Brightspeed: Offers speeds up to 940 Mbps starting at $39.00/mo.


Free wireless internet access points in Bowie

Bowie Public Library
301 Walnut St
Bowie, TX 76230
(940) 872-2681

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