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

Fredericksburg, Texas Broadband Internet Service

Fredericksburg, 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 Fredericksburg. 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 Fredericksburg is Spectrum. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Spectrum	Cable	940 Mbps	35 Mbps	100.0%
2	4ip Technology and Media	wireless	200 Mbps	200 Mbps	100.0%
3	Bee Creek Communications	wireless	50 Mbps	20 Mbps	100.0%
4	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Fredericksburg 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

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Fredericksburg are compared to Gillespie County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Texas overall?
Average download speeds in Fredericksburg of 24.02 Mbps are faster than the Gillespie County average download speeds and slower than the statewide average for Texas.

Fredericksburg Internet Access Facts

Cable internet is available to 53.8% of Gillespie County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 16.5% of Gillespie County residents
The average internet download speed in Gillespie County is 20.41 Mbps based upon 63968 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Fredericksburg is 10.4% slower than the average in Texas and 25.9% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Fredericksburg is 4.34 Mbps. This is identical to the Gillespie County average and 62.6% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Fiber optic internet is available to 10.9% of Fredericksburg residents

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 Fredericksburg 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 Spectrum as the top provider for Fredericksburg, Texas.

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

Click through to see how the Fredericksburg broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Burleson, Cedar Park, China, Laguna Heights, Laughlin Afb, Rio Grande City, Waller

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 Fredericksburg, Texas?

The following zip codes were used: 78624

Who has the fastest internet service in Fredericksburg?

Spectrum with a download speed of 940 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Fredericksburg.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Unlikely. Our records indicate there are no DSL providers that offer coverage to more than 15% of residents in Fredericksburg, Texas.

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.

What is fixed wireless internet service?

Fixed wireless internet is typical used in rural areas where there are no buried telephone or cable lines. An antenna is attached to the home or business which transmits and receives data from access point towers. Download speeds are typically much better than with satellite.

Fredericksburg 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.