Who is our top ranked provider in Big Sandy TX? [Updated]

Big Sandy, TX High Speed Internet Service

Big Sandy, TX has a total of 5 options for high speed internet providers that meet the minimum broadband download speed of 25 Mbps. It can be understandably confusing when trying to determine which of these broadband providers to choose. Hopefully we can eliminate some of the guesswork for you by applying our ranking algorithm to those 5 internet service options in Big Sandy. The calculation we perform considers the download connection speed, upload connection speed, population covered and overall value provided by each company. Based upon that calculation, our top choice for Big Sandy is Frontier. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Frontier	DSL	115 Mbps	7 Mbps	99.9%
2	Optimum	Cable	100 Mbps	10 Mbps	92.1%
3	Etex	DSL, Fiber, wireless	300 Mbps	50 Mbps	26.0%
4	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Big Sandy TX Internet Access Options

Studies have shown that the competition from having two or more broadband internet providers in a community leads to lower prices and better overall service.
The chart below graphs the segment of the population which has a choice of internet providers at four different ranges of download speeds.

Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Big Sandy compare to Upshur County? The average speed in Big Sandy is 19.89 Mbps which is faster than Upshur County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the Texas average of 26.81 Mbps.

Big Sandy Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Big Sandy is 3.57 Mbps. This is 56% slower than the average in Texas and 69.2% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Big Sandy is 32.4% faster than the Upshur County average and 38.6% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Big Sandy is 3.57 Mbps. This is 11.6% faster than the Upshur County average and 69.2% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 19.4% of Upshur County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 45.9% of Upshur County residents
The average internet download speed in Upshur County is 15.02 Mbps based upon 80936 samples taken in the past year

Internet Access Technologies

DSL, Cable, Fiber and Fixed Wireless are four common types of technology used to provide internet access. The following chart shows the percentage of Big Sandy residents who have access to each of these technology types.

Internet Service FAQs

Who has the best internet service near me?

Our proprietary algorithm that takes into consideration download speed, upload speed, availability and overall value ranks Frontier as the top provider for Big Sandy, Texas.

How do the internet speeds in Big Sandy compare to other cities in Texas?

Click through to see how the Big Sandy broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Cedar Park, Cedar Point, Cross Plains, Mathis, Meadows Place, Presidio, Sinton

What is Mbps?

Mbps is an abbreviation for Megabits Per Second and represents the rate of data transmission. A larger value for download Mbps or upload Mbps means a file will take less time to be sent than it will with an internet connection with a lower Mbps.

What download speed do I need to stream movies?

For HD movies and shows Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu all recommend a minimum of 5 Mbps. Streaming 4K/UHD content requires a minimum of 25 Mbps for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Big Sandy, Texas?

The following zip codes were used: 75755 and 75797

Who has the fastest internet service in Big Sandy?

Etex with a download speed of 300 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Big Sandy.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there are 2 DSL providers in Big Sandy - Frontier and Etex.

What is an internet data cap?

Some internet providers on their lowest end plans limit the amount of data that can be downloaded in a month. Like cellular phone plans, when that usage limit is hit, an additional charge is added to the customer's bill. Data caps are typically 1TB or more. In a month you could send 40,000 emails, streaming music 24 hours a data, surf the web 24 hours a day plus stream HD video 12 hours a day and still not hit a 1TB limit. Fewer than 10% of customers hit their data caps in a month.

Big Sandy Cable TV, Satellite TV and Streaming Services

Our ranking of internet service plans can make choosing a new provider fairly easy. Selecting a TV provider is more difficult as additional variables are involved. If you are a heavy TV viewer and/or watch in multiple rooms at the same time, a traditional cable TV package or satellite TV provider may be the best option for you. However, if you live in a rental property or a heavily wooded area, satellite TV may not be a viable option. Streaming TV packages can be a good option for many, especially if your internet plan does not have a data limit. Read through the pros and cons of the various TV packages available to you and chose the best match to your viewing needs.