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

Medina, TX High Speed Internet Service

Medina, TX has a total of 3 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 3 internet service options in Medina. 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 Medina 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	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
3	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Medina 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 Medina compare to Zapata County? The average speed in Medina is 23.34 Mbps which is slower than Zapata County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the Texas average of 26.81 Mbps.

Medina Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Medina is 6.03 Mbps. This is 0.8% faster than the Zapata County average and 48% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 80.8% of Zapata County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 0.0% of Zapata County residents
The average internet download speed in Zapata County is 25.05 Mbps based upon 10592 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Medina is 12.9% slower than the average in Texas and 28% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average internet download speed in Medina is 23.34 Mbps based upon 2600 measurements taken in the last 12 months

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 Medina 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 Medina, Texas.

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

Click through to see how the Medina broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Big Sandy, Cockrell Hill, Dripping Springs, Gonzales, Laguna Vista, Las Palmas Ii, Pinehurst

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 Medina, Texas?

The following zip codes were used: 78076

Who has the fastest internet service in Medina?

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

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 Medina, 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.

Medina 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.