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Internet Providers in Cost, Texas

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Home Internet in Cost, TX
  • Provider
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Hughesnet
    • GVTC
    • GVEC.net
    • Starlink
    • Select All
  • 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: 7.7%
  • 3. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. GVTC
    Speeds Up To
    10 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: DSL
    Availability: 12.6%
  • GVEC.net
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless, Fiber
    Availability: 100%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Home Internet Summary in Cost, TX

Viasat Internet provides the top service in Cost, Texas, with 100% coverage through its satellite connection. Residents can enjoy download speeds up to 150 Mbps. Plans start at $99.99 per month. While the price is on the higher side, the full coverage is crucial in a region with limited fiber and DSL options.

HughesNet offers an alternative with similar 100% satellite coverage. It provides download speeds up to 100 Mbps at a more affordable $49.99 per month. This makes it a solid choice for those on a budget.

GVEC.net ranks third, combining fixed wireless and fiber connections and covering the entire area. It offers the highest speeds, up to 1 Gbps, with plans starting at $39.95 per month. This makes it an attractive option for heavy internet users.

Fixed wireless and satellite services are essential in bridging connectivity gaps, especially in Cost's underserved areas.

Best Internet Providers in Cost, TX

The best internet provider in Cost is GVEC.net because its DSL network covers a majority of the city and is the only wired internet provider in the area. It offers gigabit download speeds through its fiber network and has affordable internet plans, which is great for residents wanting internet on a budget.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • GVTC
12.629999999999999%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • Hughesnet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • GVEC.net
100%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Cost, 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 Cost, TX

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Cost, TX
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
13.73%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
24.51%

Internet Providers in Cost, 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
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
GVEC.net $39.95/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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