Panhandle, TX High Speed Internet Service

Panhandle, TX has a total of 7 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 7 internet service options in Panhandle. 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 Panhandle is Sparklight. A summary of all the results:

Rank Provider Tech Max Download Speed Max Upload Speed Availability
1SparklightCable1000 Mbps50 Mbps94.7%
2WindstreamDSL, Fiber1000 Mbps1000 Mbps88.5%
3AW Broadbandwireless100 Mbps20 Mbps100.0%
4AMA Communicaitonswireless100 Mbps10 Mbps100.0%
5Plains Internetwireless25 Mbps3 Mbps100.0%
6ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
7HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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Panhandle 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 Panhandle compare to Carson County? The average speed in Panhandle is 18.84 Mbps which is slower than Carson County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the Texas average of 26.81 Mbps.

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Panhandle Internet Access Facts

  • The average internet download speed in Carson County is 20.9 Mbps based upon 5392 samples taken in the past year

  • The average upload speed in Panhandle is 2.57 Mbps. This is 68.3% slower than the average in Texas and 77.8% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • The average download speed in Panhandle is 9.9% slower than the Carson County average and 41.9% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • The average upload speed in Panhandle is 2.57 Mbps. This is 38.2% faster than the Carson County average and 77.8% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • Cable internet is available to 55.2% of Carson County residents

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 3.1% of Carson 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 Panhandle 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 Sparklight as the top provider for Panhandle, Texas.

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

Click through to see how the Panhandle broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Dickinson, Freeport, Pearsall, Richardson, Runge, Wells Branch, Wortham

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 7 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Panhandle, 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 Panhandle, Texas?

The following zip codes were used: 79068

Who has the fastest internet service in Panhandle?

Sparklight and Windstream with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in Panhandle.




Panhandle 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.


Sparklight

  • 100+ channels
  • 200 hours of cloud DVR
  • 2 TV plans
  • No cable box required. Streams on Amazon Fire, Apple TV, Google-powered smart TVs or similiar
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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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