Gilmer, TX High Speed Internet Service

Gilmer, TX has a total of 4 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 4 internet service options in Gilmer. 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 Gilmer is Etex. A summary of all the results:

Rank Provider Tech Max Download Speed Max Upload Speed Availability
1EtexDSL, Fiber, wireless300 Mbps50 Mbps98.2%
2FrontierDSL115 Mbps7 Mbps70.4%
3ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
4HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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Gilmer 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.

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Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Gilmer compare to Upshur County? The average speed in Gilmer is 19.7 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.

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Gilmer Internet Access Facts

  • The average internet download speed in Upshur County is 15.02 Mbps based upon 80936 samples taken in the past year

  • The average upload speed in Gilmer is 3.9 Mbps. This is 51.9% slower than the average in Texas and 66.4% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • The average download speed in Gilmer is 31.2% faster than the Upshur County average and 39.2% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • The average upload speed in Gilmer is 3.9 Mbps. This is 21.9% faster than the Upshur County average and 66.4% 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

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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 Gilmer 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 Etex as the top provider for Gilmer, Texas.

Who has the fastest internet service in Gilmer?

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

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

The following zip codes were used: 75644 and 75645

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

Click through to see how the Gilmer broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Bulverde, Edcouch, Groveton, Haltom City, Idalou, Las Lomas, Marlin

What is DSL internet service?

DSL provides internet service via phone lines but at speeds typically 100x or more than old fashioned dial-up service over those same phone lines. Download speeds are typically slower than cable, but DSL is more likely to be available in a remote location than cable.

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.

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

Etex provides broadband internet service to 98.2% of Gilmer.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 4 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Gilmer, 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.




Gilmer 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.


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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Sling

  • 50+ channels
  • 50 hours of DVR storage
  • No annual contracts
  • Up to 4 simultaneous streams across a wide variety of devices
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