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Internet Providers in Tyler, TX

Over 1,490 people in Tyler found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

79.5% 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

0.07% 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

79.5% 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

Brightspeed

87.5% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL
Speed up to:

940 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

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

#6

Viasat

96.13% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#7

Optimum

92.94% 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.

#8

HughesNet

97.18% 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 Tyler, 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 Tyler

EarthLink Fiber's fiber can give you the best combination of price and performance in Tyler, 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 $39 and $99/mo.

Windstream cable internet is the next-best option in Tyler for fast downloads and broad availability, if fiber is not available. Speeds can reach up to 2 Gbps, and pricing often starts around $39.99/mo.

Earthlink 5G Home Internet 5G home internet can be an easy setup with predictable pricing, and is worth considering in Tyler. Plans start around $39.95/mo, with typical speeds around 2 Mbps-450 Mbps depending on your location and signal.

What is the fastest internet provider in Tyler?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Tyler, TX, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 79.5% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps79.50%
WindstreamFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps0.07%
AT&TDSL / Television1 Gbps1 Gbps79.50%
OptimumFiber / Cable / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps92.94%
BrightspeedFiber / DSL940 Mbps940 Mbps87.50%
Earthlink 5G Home InternetFixed Wireless / Mobile425 Mbps15 Mbps86.10%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps96.13%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps97.18%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Tyler?

Brightspeed offers the cheapest internet in Tyler 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
Optimum$40.00Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
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 Tyler?

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

Cable

92.94%

Most widely available wired option. Windstream covers 0.07%, Optimum covers 92.94%. Up to 2 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

79.50%

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

5G Wireless

99.87%

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 Tyler residents.

Tyler, TX - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Tyler, TX has a total of 16 internet providers including  5 Cable providers, 7 DSL providers, 6 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Tyler, TX by Coverage Area

All 16 internet providers serving Tyler by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 8 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.DC Texas by Digicomm8 Mbps2 MbpsFixed Wireless97.63%
2.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone97.18%
3.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone96.13%
4.Optimum1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / Cable / Television / Phone92.94%
5.Gower Computer Support2 Mbps1 MbpsFixed Wireless89.49%
6.Brightspeed940 Mbps940 MbpsFiber / DSL87.50%
7.Earthlink 5G Home Internet425 Mbps15 MbpsFixed Wireless / Mobile86.10%
8.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber79.50%
9.AT&T1 Gbps1 GbpsDSL / Television79.50%
10.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless79.50%
11.Skynet Country2 Mbps~Fixed Wireless11.77%
12.Connextions Telcom20 Mbps1 MbpsFiber / DSL0.61%
13.LivCom25 Mbps2 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL0.25%
14.Windstream2 Gbps2 GbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone0.07%
15.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
16.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Tyler?

Yes. Tyler 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 Tyler

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Tyler, 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 16 internet providers in Tyler, 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 Tyler, 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 Tyler. 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. Tyler 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 Tyler, 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 Tyler. 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 Tyler is 114 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 Tyler, TX.

HughesNet, Viasat, Optimum, Brightspeed, and Earthlink 5G Home Internet offer internet in Tyler, 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.
  • Optimum: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $40.00/mo.
  • Brightspeed: Offers speeds up to 940 Mbps starting at $39.00/mo.
  • Earthlink 5G Home Internet: Offers speeds up to 425 Mbps starting at $39.95/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Tyler

Noonday Community Library
16662 Cr 196
Tyler, TX 75703
(903) 939-0540
Tyler Public Library
201 S College Ave
Tyler, TX 75702
(903) 593-7323

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