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Internet Providers in Bay City, Texas

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Home Internet in Bay City, TX
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • EarthLink
    • Verizon
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Sparklight
    • Skynet
    • TISD
    • Resound Networks
    • MyJEC.net
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
    Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps.
    Connection: IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
    Availability: 68.8%
    Bay City speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet
  • 2. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
    All-In Internet plans can experience faster speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 133 Mbps – 415 Mbps. 25% of our customers see speeds below and 25% see speeds above these ranges. Mobile 5G Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 13.9%
  • 4. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 5.9%
  • 5. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 21.5%
  • 6. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 7. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 20.8%
  • 8. Sparklight
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 57.8%
  • 9. Skynet
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 68.1%
  • TISD
    Speeds Up To
    400 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 70.8%
  • Resound Networks
    Speeds Up To
    105 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 100%
  • MyJEC.net
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless, Fiber
    Availability: 43%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Bay City, TX

AT&T Internet ranks as the top internet provider in Bay City, Texas. Offering both IPBB and fiber connections, AT&T provides flexibility in connection types. Their maximum download speed reaches 5 Gbps, one of the highest speeds available in the area. Starting at $55 per month, AT&T balances high-speed performance and affordability. The provider covers 68.80% of Bay City, making it a viable option for many residents, especially those seeking high-speed fiber connections.

Viasat Internet stands as a strong alternative, offering satellite internet with 100% coverage of Bay City. This ensures that even remote areas have reliable internet. Viasat delivers a maximum download speed of 150 Mbps, sufficient for most home internet activities. Starting at $119.99 per month, Viasat’s price is higher than AT&T’s. However, its extensive availability justifies the cost for those outside AT&T’s service areas. For areas where fiber and satellite connections predominate, Viasat provides consistent coverage where other types might fall short.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • EarthLink
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • TISD
  • Resound Networks
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • AT&T
  • Sparklight
  • MyJEC.net
68.75%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Bay City, Texas

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Provider Connection Types in Bay City, TX

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Bay City, TX
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
11.44%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
59.589999999999996%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
57.54%

Internet Providers in Bay City, TX

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 5 Gbps Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps. IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
Viasat Internet $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
EarthLink 5G Home Internet $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Sparklight $29/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
TISD $64.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 400 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Resound Networks $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 105 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
MyJEC.net $39.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless, Fiber
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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