Edinburg, Texas Broadband Internet Service

Edinburg, TX has a total of 8 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 8 internet service options in Edinburg. 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 Edinburg is VTX1. A summary of all the results:

Rank Provider Tech Max Download Speed Max Upload Speed Availability
1VTX1Fiber, wireless1000 Mbps1000 Mbps100.0%
2SpectrumCable940 Mbps35 Mbps99.7%
3AT&TDSL, Fiber1000 Mbps1000 Mbps24.6%
4Power Broadbandwireless500 Mbps100 Mbps72.4%
5TWIN Communicationswireless40 Mbps5 Mbps100.0%
6Coba SystemsCable, wireless95 Mbps45 Mbps89.2%
7ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
8HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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Edinburg TX Internet Access Options

When it comes to high speed internet availability, download speeds and overall customer satisfaction, cities with more than a single provider more often than not lead in all of these categories.
Does Edinburg have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

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Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Edinburg compare to Hidalgo County? The average speed in Edinburg is 25.48 Mbps which is faster than Hidalgo County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the Texas average of 26.81 Mbps.

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Edinburg Internet Access Facts

  • There are 8 residential internet providers in Edinburg, TX providing service to at least 15% of the city

  • The average download speed in Edinburg is 5% slower than the average in Texas and 21.4% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • DSL internet is available to 12.9% of the Hidalgo County population

  • The average internet download speed in Edinburg is 25.48 Mbps based upon 131480 measurements taken in the last 12 months

  • Cable internet is available to 99.8% of the Edinburg population

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 15.2% of Edinburg residents

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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 Edinburg 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 VTX1 as the top provider for Edinburg, Texas.

Who has the fastest internet service in Edinburg?

VTX1 and AT&T with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in Edinburg.

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

Click through to see how the Edinburg broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Bee Cave, Crandall, Gainesville, Hewitt, Kountze, Meadowlakes, Pharr

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Edinburg, Texas?

VTX1 and TWIN Communications provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Edinburg.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 8 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Edinburg, TX residents.

What is cable internet service?

Cable internet service streams data through the same coaxial cables used for cable television. In nearly all instances cable internet will be faster than DSL. Cable internet is available to nearly 90% of Americans but does not have as much coverage in remote areas as DSL.

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 Edinburg, Texas?

The following zip codes were used: 78539, 78540, 78541 and 78542




Edinburg 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.


Spectrum

  • 125+ channels
  • Flexible packages
  • 85,000 OnDemand titles
  • All plans feature sports, breaking news, movies plus Spectrum Originals
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DISH

  • 290+ channels
  • Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
  • 4 video package tiers
  • Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
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Hulu Live TV

  • 75+ channels
  • Access to premium Hulu originals
  • Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
  • 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
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YouTube TV

  • 85+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
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DIRECTV stream

  • 140+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network and sports coverage
  • Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
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fuboTV

  • 180+ channels
  • 1000 hours of cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages
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