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Internet Providers in Mcallen, Texas

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Home Internet in Mcallen, TX
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Spectrum
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • EarthLink
    • Verizon
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Twin Wireless
    • VTX
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  • 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: 57.4%
    Mcallen speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet
    (866) 590-1023
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  • 2. Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 91.4%
    (844) 901-2981
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  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
    (844) 912-2812
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  • 4. 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: 30.2%
    (844) 918-3658
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  • 5. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 24%
    (866) 699-3450
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  • 6. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 55.3%
    (877) 560-5156
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  • 7. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
    (844) 902-3107
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  • 8. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 23.4%
    (855) 758-6392
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  • Twin Wireless
    Speeds Up To
    200 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 21.9%
    (956) 275-8032
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  • VTX
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber, Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 64.7%
    (844) 438-8891
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  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
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Home Internet Summary in Mcallen, TX

Spectrum covers a remarkable 91.4% of Mcallen, Texas, using a cable connection. It offers download speeds of up to 1 Gbps, ideal for browsing, streaming, and gaming. At a starting price of $49.99 per month, Spectrum balances affordability with performance, ensuring most residents have access to reliable high-speed internet.

AT&T Internet, with its combination of IPBB and fiber connections, covers 57.4% of McAllen. It provides download speeds up to 5 Gbps. Starting at $55 per month, AT&T’s higher price reflects its exceptional speeds, making it suitable for users with significant bandwidth needs. Fiber and fixed wireless technologies cover 93% of Mcallen, giving providers like AT&T a significant, though not as extensive, presence compared to Spectrum’s cable service.

Best Internet Providers in McAllen, TX

The best internet providers in McAllen are Spectrum, VTX, and AT&T Fiber. Spectrum is the best option, because it offers reliable cable internet and vast coverage throughout the city. Spectrum provides download speeds up to 1 Gbps (wireless speeds may vary) to its customers. Its lowest-tier internet plan only costs $50 per month for 12 months.

If you’re seeking a widely available fiber alternative, VTX is the next-best bet for your household. With download speeds up to 1 Gbps, VTX’s fiber internet network extends to most homes in McAllen.

AT&T Fiber is a third option for households, because it offers the fastest internet in McAllen, with symmetrical download and upload speeds up to 5 Gbps. McAllen residents using AT&T Fiber can pay as little as $55 per month for the service.

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
  • Twin Wireless
  • Starlink
 100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • AT&T
  • Spectrum
  • VTX
 91.44%

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

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Mcallen, TX
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
 100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
 24.91%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
 92.60000000000001%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
 14.680000000000001%

Internet Providers in Mcallen, 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
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Spectrum $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
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Viasat Internet $79.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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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
(866) 699-3450
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
(877) 560-5156
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
(855) 758-6392
Twin Wireless $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 200 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
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VTX Communications $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber, Fixed Wireless
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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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