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Internet Providers in Buffalo, Texas

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Home Internet in Buffalo, TX
  • Provider
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • EarthLink
    • Verizon
    • Kinetic
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Zito Media
    • Nextlink Internet
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 2. 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: 49.2%
  • 3. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 6.8%
  • 4. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 26.8%
  • 5. Kinetic
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 57%
    Buffalo speed tests confirm high speeds for Kinetic
  • 6. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 49.2%
  • Zito Media
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 21.8%
  • Nextlink Internet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 5.2%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Buffalo, TX

In Buffalo, Texas, Kinetic by Windstream tops the list of internet providers with DSL and fiber connections. Covering 57% of the area, it offers speeds up to 1 Gbps. Starting at $39.99 per month, it suits households needing high-speed internet for streaming or teleworking. DSL is available to 60% of residents, but fiber only reaches 24%, suggesting room for growth in high-speed service.

Viasat Internet, using satellite technology, ranks second with 100% coverage. Though universally available, it provides lower speeds of 150 Mbps. With a starting price of $119.99 per month, Viasat's cost reflects the premium for widespread reach and reliability, especially in rural areas.

EarthLink 5G Home Internet ranks third, available to only 6.80% of Buffalo. It offers speeds of up to 100 Mbps and starts at $39.95 per month. Even with limited coverage, EarthLink's 5G technology provides a modern alternative, though it's not widely accessible in the city. While satellite remains universally available, cable only covers 13% of Buffalo.

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
  • Zito Media
  • Nextlink Internet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Kinetic
56.97%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Buffalo, Texas

Looking for internet providers near you? This map can help. Use the drop-down menu to select an internet provider in your area, then enter your address into the address bar. The map will show your neighborhood and overlay the internet provider's availability by address, so that you can see which providers are available exactly where you live. You can also use the map to find internet store locations near you — just toggle the switch to "stores" and choose a provider in your area from the drop down menu to see exactly where that ISP's local stores are.

Provider Connection Types in Buffalo, TX

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Buffalo, TX
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
60.5%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
23.75%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
13.469999999999999%

Internet Providers in Buffalo, TX

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
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
Kinetic $24.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, Fiber
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
Zito Media $29.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 300 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Nextlink Internet $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
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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