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

Best Waelder Internet Service Providers

Waelder, 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 Waelder. 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 Waelder 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%

Waelder TX Internet Access Options

More internet service competition in a city encourages providers to continue to build out and improve their network in addition to keeping prices fair.
The following represents the percentage of population in Waelder which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:

Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Waelder compare to Gonzales County? The average speed in Waelder is 2.61 Mbps which is slower than Gonzales County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the Texas average of 26.81 Mbps.

Waelder Internet Access Facts

There are 3 residential internet providers in Waelder, TX providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Waelder is 90.3% slower than the average in Texas and 91.9% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 6.7% of the Gonzales County population
The average internet download speed in Waelder is 2.61 Mbps based upon 480 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 0.0% of the Waelder population
Fiber optic internet is available to 0.0% of Waelder 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 Waelder 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 Waelder, Texas.

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

Click through to see how the Waelder broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Eldorado, Ingram, Laguna Vista, Lake Brownwood, Morgans Point Resort, Richland Hills, West Livingston

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 Waelder, Texas?

The following zip codes were used: 78959

Who has the fastest internet service in Waelder?

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

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 Waelder, 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.

Waelder 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.