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Internet Providers in El Paso, Texas

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Home Internet in El Paso, TX
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Spectrum
    • T-Mobile
    • EarthLink
    • Verizon
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • BeamSpeed
    • Resound Networks
    • Starlink
    • SkyPulse Communications
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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: 85.1%
    El Paso speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet
  • 2. Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 92.6%
    El Paso speed tests confirm high speeds for Spectrum
  • 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: 58.8%
  • 4. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 35.8%
  • 5. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 56.7%
  • 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: 58.8%
  • 8. BeamSpeed
    Speeds Up To
    10 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 11.5%
  • 9. Resound Networks
    Speeds Up To
    105 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 36.6%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • SkyPulse Communications
    Speeds Up To
    75 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 89.2%

Best Internet Providers in El Paso, TX

The best internet providers in El Paso are AT&T Fiber and Spectrum. Of the two, AT&T Fiber is the best internet provider in El Paso, as its fiber-optic network reaches symmetrical download and upload speeds up to 5 Gbps. AT&T Fiber also doesn’t impose contracts or data caps for any of their fiber plans, making the provider a top choice for El Paso residents. AT&T also ranked first in customer satisfaction, according to J.D. Power’s 2024 U.S. Residential Internet Service Provider Satisfaction Study for the North Central and West regions. If that’s not enough to convince you, AT&T Fiber internet-only plans start as low as $55 per month, and bundles come with discounts and limited-time promotions.

Spectrum is the next best internet service provider in El Paso. They offer cable internet services that reach speeds up to 1 Gbps (wireless speeds may vary). With internet-only plans starting as low as $50 per month for 12 months, Spectrum is accessible to most El Paso residents. They also offer fiber internet to select areas. If you’re looking for bundles, Spectrum includes Free Advanced WiFi with the Spectrum Internet Gig Plan and a free internet modem on all plans.

Fastest Internet Providers in El Paso, TX

AT&T is the fastest provider in El Paso, with speeds up to 5 Gbps.

AT&T Fiber and Spectrum are the fastest internet providers in El Paso, but of the two, AT&T Fiber wins the race. AT&T’s fiber network uses light to transmit data, unlike traditional DSL and cable wires, making it faster, more reliable and better for large households with power internet users. From Internet 300 to Internet 5000, AT&T Fiber’s internet-only plans come with additional perks beyond no contracts and data caps. Customers also get a free AT&T Wi-Fi Gateway and AT&T ActiveArmor advanced internet security.

Spectrum is the second-fastest internet provider in El Paso, with download speeds up to 1 Gbps (wireless speeds may vary). Using the same coaxial connection as cable TV to receive audio and video data, Spectrum’s cable network is convenient to use for most customers. Whether you choose an internet-only plan or a bundle, Spectrum offers a free internet modem on all plans.

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
  • BeamSpeed
11.48%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • T-Mobile
  • EarthLink
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Resound Networks
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • AT&T
  • Spectrum
92.57%

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Internet Availability in El Paso, TX

Just across the border from Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, El Paso is a bustling and sunny city full of great internet providers. If you’re looking for an internet provider in the Sun City, we recommend checking out Spectrum or AT&T Fiber because they offer widespread coverage throughout the area.

Spectrum stands out from the ISP crowd by offering the most coverage in El Paso, at 92.6%. As a cable internet provider, Spectrum uses the city’s established cable network to deliver high-speed internet access. From Central El Paso near Chamizal National Memorial to Downtown El Paso near San Jacinto Plaza, Spectrum offers coverage in some of the most frequented and affluent areas of El Paso. Spectrum is also available in North El Paso, all the way to Franklin Mountains State Park, and in East El Paso, along I-10 toward El Paso International Airport. You may find some coverage gaps toward Sunland Park and on the south side of Gateway Boulevard East, but the gaps are insignificant.

Spectrum offers the most coverage in El Paso, but AT&T Fiber is another prevalent internet provider in the city, reaching 51.0% of the area’s addresses. AT&T Fiber has the most access near Mission Hills and Comanche Peak, as well as the communities surrounding the Hospitals of Providence campuses. If you live near Fort Bliss or El Paso Community College Valle Verde Campus, however, you’ll probably need to rely on another internet provider for your service. You could look into Spectrum or one of the many 5G home internet providers in the region, including EarthLink and T-Mobile 5G Home Internet.

Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for El Paso, 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 El Paso, TX

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in El Paso, TX
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
41.32%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
93.88%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
47.02%

Internet Providers in El Paso, 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
Spectrum $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable, Fiber
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
Resound Networks $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 105 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
SkyPulse Communications $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 75 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless

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