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

Shiner, TX High Speed Internet Service

Shiner, 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 Shiner. 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 Shiner is VTX1. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	VTX1	wireless	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100.0%
2	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
3	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Shiner 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 Shiner compare to Lavaca County? The average speed in Shiner is 28.65 Mbps which is faster than Lavaca County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the Texas average of 26.81 Mbps.

Shiner Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Shiner is 12.52 Mbps. This is 54.4% faster than the average in Texas and 7.9% faster than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Shiner is 68.3% faster than the Lavaca County average and 11.6% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Shiner is 12.52 Mbps. This is 205.4% faster than the Lavaca County average and 7.9% faster than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 35.8% of Lavaca County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 2.9% of Lavaca County residents
The average internet download speed in Lavaca County is 17.02 Mbps based upon 14952 samples taken in the past year

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 Shiner 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 Shiner, Texas.

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

Click through to see how the Shiner broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Center, Graham, La Paloma, Lindsay, Orange Grove, Pecos, Trophy Club

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

The following zip codes were used: 77984

Who has the fastest internet service in Shiner?

ViaSat with a download speed of 100 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Shiner.

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 Shiner, 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.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 3 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Shiner, TX residents.

Shiner 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.