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Internet Providers in Rockdale, Texas

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Home Internet in Rockdale, TX
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Optimum
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Verizon
    • Rise Broadband
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • SOS
    • ZochNet
    • Nextlink Internet
    • Starlink
    • BEC Communications
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
    Connection: IPBB, 5G Internet
    Availability: 67%
  • 2. Optimum
    Speeds Up To
    400 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 45.2%
    Rockdale speed tests confirm high speeds for Optimum
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 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: 20.7%
  • 5. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 26.5%
  • 6. Rise Broadband
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 67.4%
  • 7. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 8. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 8.1%
  • SOS
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 6%
  • ZochNet
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 51.9%
  • Nextlink Internet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 84.7%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • BEC Communications
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 6.1%

Best Internet Providers in Rockdale, TX

Residents of Rockdale, Texas should consider AT&T Internet if they have access to it. AT&T covers 67% of the city, offering download speeds up to 18 Mbps at $60 per month. This IPBB (Internet Protocol Broadband) connection provides reliable service but may not suit heavy internet users or larger households.

Optimum serves as a strong alternative. It offers a cable connection with speeds up to 400 Mbps, covering 45.20% of Rockdale at $40 per month. For those in need of faster speeds, Optimum presents a competitive option. Verizon also provides a viable choice with its 5G internet, delivering up to 50 Mbps and covering 40.70% of the city. Plans start at $50 per month, offering a balance of speed and price.

When evaluating internet availability in Rockdale, 29% have DSL, 3% have cable, 47% have fiber, 97% have fixed wireless, and 100% have satellite. This range of options ensures broad access to various internet services for residents.

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
  • AT&T
  • Optimum
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Nextlink Internet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • BEC Communications
6.1%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Rockdale, Texas

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Provider Connection Types in Rockdale, TX

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Rockdale, TX
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
29.43%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
47.339999999999996%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
2.5%

Internet Providers in Rockdale, TX

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 300 Mbps IPBB, 5G Internet
Optimum $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 400 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Rise Broadband $45/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
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
Zochnet $54.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
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
BEC Communications $59.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber

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