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Internet Providers in Dallas, TX

Over 18,617 people in Dallas found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

87.97% availability
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Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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Limited-Time Fibermaxx Offer: Lock in Fiber 1 Gig for $39.95/mo

#2

Spectrum

75.25% availability
Spectrum logo

Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2713)

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Speeds up to 2G in Select Markets. Sign up today to enjoy the best in-home entertainment.

#3

Windstream

0.02% availability
Windstream logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / DSL / Phone
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2717)

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Windstream offers two great high-speed Internet plans that will support all of your online activities.

#4

AT&T

87.97% availability

Connection Types:

DSL / Television
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2629)

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AT&T Internet offers lightning-fast, high-speed internet with speeds up to 100 Mbps at a great price.

#5

Viasat

72.19% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#6

Frontier

55% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber / Phone
Speed up to:

7 Gbps

User Review:

(2641)

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Exclusive offer for qualified addresses. For new residential Internet customers only. Max speeds are wired, Fiber 1 Gig location dependent. Wi-Fi, actual & average speeds vary. Max speed capable range for Fiber 500 (450-500 Mbps download/upload), Fiber 1 Gig (846-1000 Mbps download, 792-1000 Mbps upload), Fiber 2 Gig (1800-2000 Mbps download/upload) and requires 2 Gbps capable devices and wiring. Fiber 5 Gig (4500-5000) and requires 5 Gbps capable devices and wiring. Fiber 7 Gig (up to 7000) and requires 7 Gbps capable devices and wiring. Performance details: frontier.com/internetdisclosures. Requires Auto Pay or $10/mo fee applies. Printed bill available for $2.99/mo. Fee does not apply to select customers. $50 expert installation fee applies. A $50 equipment restocking fee per household applies when Internet is disconnected. A fee up to $150 per device for Fiber 500, 1 Gig, and 2 Gig, and up to $400 for Fiber 5 Gig and Fiber 7 Gig also applies if equipment is not returned. Other applicable charges and additional services are extra. Subject to availability. Price and terms subject to change. Cannot be combined with other offers. Other restrictions, Frontier policies and service terms apply.

Save $10/mo with auto-pay. Get no data caps, no annual commitment, free installation, and a Wi-Fi router included.

#7

HughesNet

69.31% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

100 Mbps

User Review:

(2869)

*24-month commitment and early service termination fees apply. Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACH enrollment. Offer may vary by geographic area.

Unlimited Data – With no hard data limits, if you use the data in your plan, speeds will reduce.

#8

Optimum

5.51% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2649)

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You get access to over 1 million hotspots in public places throughout the country.

Television Only Providers in Dallas, TX

#1Dish Network

  • DISH is ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power for the third year in a row.
  • 2-Year TV Price Guarantee.
  • Free Google Voice Remote and Smart DVR Included.
  • Record up to 16 shows at once.
  • 80,000 On Demand Titles.
  • FREE Standard Professional Installation from a trusted, local expert.
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

#2DIRECTV

  • Best entertainement options for any sports fan over Cable TV, including NFL Sunday Ticket!
  • Includes local channels
  • HBO, Showtime, Starz, Cinemax free for first 3 months
  • Free upgrade to Genie HD-DVR
  • Free professional installation in up to 4 rooms
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

Best Internet Providers in Dallas

EarthLink Fiber's fiber can give you the best combination of price and performance in Dallas, it it is available at your address. Fiber internet is the top choice for consistency and speed, making it ideal for remote work and for households with many users and devices. Plans start at 100 Mbps, with pricing ranging between $39.95 and $99/mo.

Spectrum cable internet is the next-best option in Dallas for fast downloads and broad availability, if fiber is not available. Speeds can reach up to 2 Gbps, and pricing often starts around $39.99/mo.

Cirra Networks 5G home internet can be an easy setup with predictable pricing, and is worth considering in Dallas. Plans start around $99/mo, with typical speeds around 9 Mbps-450 Mbps depending on your location and signal.

What is the fastest internet provider in Dallas?

Frontier is the fastest internet provider in Dallas, TX, with download speeds up to 7 Gbps and upload speeds up to 7 Gbps — available to 55% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
FrontierFiber / Phone7 Gbps7 Gbps55.00%
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps87.97%
SpectrumCable / Television / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps75.25%
WindstreamFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps0.02%
AT&TDSL / Television1 Gbps1 Gbps87.97%
OptimumFiber / Cable / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps5.51%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps72.19%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps69.31%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Dallas?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Dallas starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 5 Gbps. Windstream offers the next lowest price at $39.99/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
Frontier$49.99Up to 7 GbpsNoUnlimited
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Spectrum$50.00Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Windstream$39.99Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
AT&T$55.00Up to 1 GbpsNo1 TB
Optimum$40.00Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Dallas?

Dallas has 5 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

4.76%

Fastest, most reliable. Symmetrical speeds. EarthLink Fiber is the best available for gaming and WFH.

Cable

94.46%

Most widely available wired option. Spectrum covers 75.25%, Windstream covers 0.02%. Up to 2 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

77.29%

Windstream, max 2 Gbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

5G Wireless

100.00%

No contracts or data caps. Cirra Networks leads at 0.12%. Typical 15 Mbps - 450 Mbps. Great for renters and budget-conscious users.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most Dallas residents.

Dallas, TX - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Dallas, TX has a total of 24 internet providers including  11 Fiber providers, 7 Cable providers, 9 DSL providers, 10 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Dallas, TX by Coverage Area

All 24 internet providers serving Dallas by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 12 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.BelWave Communications50 Mbps50 MbpsFixed Wireless100.00%
2.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber87.97%
3.AT&T1 Gbps1 GbpsDSL / Television87.97%
4.Spectrum2 Gbps2 GbpsCable / Television / Phone75.25%
5.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless74.97%
6.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone72.19%
7.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone69.31%
8.Rise Broadband15 Mbps3 MbpsFixed Wireless59.84%
9.Frontier7 Gbps7 GbpsFiber / Phone55.00%
10.NextLink30 Mbps30 MbpsFixed Wireless11.03%
11.Optimum1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / Cable / Television / Phone5.51%
12.Global Capacity8 Mbps1 MbpsDSL2.83%
13.Cirra Networks15 Mbps5 MbpsFixed Wireless0.12%
14.LivCom25 Mbps2 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL0.12%
15.Grande Communications1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Television0.08%
16.Connextions Telcom40 Mbps10 MbpsFiber / DSL0.06%
17.Windstream2 Gbps2 GbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone0.02%
18.Wisper ISP20 Mbps4 MbpsFixed Wireless0.02%
19.WLanJV40 Mbps5 MbpsFixed Wireless0.02%
20.DSL by Air10 Mbps5 MbpsFixed Wireless~
21.Wi-Five Broadband9 Mbps1 MbpsFixed Wireless~
22.Cogent Communications~~Fiber~
23.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~
24.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Dallas?

Yes. Dallas residents may qualify for free or discounted internet service through the federal Lifeline program, or provider-specific, low-income, affordable internet plans.

Federal Program

Lifeline

An FCC program that provides up to a $9.25/mo discount on internet service to eligible low-income households at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Provider Program

Spectrum Internet Assist

$25/month for 50 Mbps for qualifying households. Spectrum Internet Assist includes a modem and Security Suite (some may qualify for $15/mo).

Provider Program

AT&T Access

$30/month for up to 100 Mbps for qualifying households. Access from AT&T includes Wi-Fi & installation; no equipment fees or annual contract.

Provider Program

Optimum Advantage Internet

$15/mo for 100 Mbps for qualifying households. Optimum Advantage Internet includes free installation and equipment.

Provider Program

Windstream by Kinetic Income Assist

$20/mo for 200 Mbps fiber for qualifying households. Windstream Kinetic Income Assist has no data caps and includes a modem.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dallas

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Dallas, TX, based on speed and pricing. It's Fiber internet reaches speeds up to 5 Gbps, and plans start at $39.95. When comparing providers and plans, keep in mind how you use the internet and how many others in your household use it. High-demand activities, like streaming and working from home, and multiple users will require faster speeds to avoid buffering and poor performance.

There are 24 internet providers in Dallas, TX. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite.

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $39.95. Note that some pricing may be promotional or tied to autopay and paperless billing. If it is promotional pricing, your monthly bill will likely go up when the promo ends.

Frontier has the fastest speeds in Dallas, with a top download speed of 7 Gbps. Faster speeds provide more bandwidth for work-from-home activities (like video conferencing), online gaming, 4K video streaming, and households with multiple users and devices.

Yes, fiber internet is available in Dallas. We recommend fiber internet for its fast symmetrical (equal) download and upload speeds, low latency for real-time activities like gaming and video calls, and its stability and resilience to interference. Fiber availability varies by address.

Yes. Dallas residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Spectrum Internet Assist provides 50 Mbps for $25/month. AT&T Access starts at $30/month for up to 100 Mbps. Optimum Advantage Internet can offer $15/mo for 100 Mbps. Windstream by Kinetic Income Assist provides up to 200 Mbps fiber for $20/mo. Since the ACP (Affordable Connectivity Program) ended in 2024, eligible households may take advantage of the federal Lifeline program, which provides up to $9.25/month in discounts.

If it's available in Dallas, fiber internet is the best internet option for online gaming. Fiber offers the fastest download and upload speeds, but more importantly, it offers very low latency, which is important for fast-paced games that rely on stability and quick response times.

Yes, 5G home internet is available in Dallas. 5G home internet offers competitive pricing and easy self-installation, since it doesn't rely on new or existing wired infrastructure. Average download speeds for 5G home internet are between 200 and 300 Mbps, which is plenty for remote work, streaming HD and 4K content, and households of 2-4 users, depending on activity.

The average download speed in Dallas is 205 Mbps. For comparison, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) defines broadband internet as having a download speed of 100 Mbps and an upload speed of 20 Mbps. Go to TestMySpeed and run an internet speed test to see how fast your internet connection is compared to speeds in Dallas, TX.

EarthLink Fiber, AT&T, Spectrum, Viasat, and HughesNet offer internet in Dallas, TX.

  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • AT&T: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $55.00/mo.
  • Spectrum: Offers speeds up to 2 Gbps starting at $50.00/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Dallas

Cockrell Hill Public Library
4125 W Clarendon Dr
Dallas, TX 75211
(214) 330-9935
Dallas Public Library
1515 Young St
Dallas, TX 75201
(214) 670-1400
Farmers Branch Manske Public Library
13613 Webb Chapel Rd
Dallas, TX 75234
(972) 247-2511
Highland Park Library
4700 Drexel Dr
Dallas, TX 75205
(214) 559-9400
University Park Public Library
6517 Hillcrest Ave Ste 110
Dallas, TX 75205
(214) 363-9095

How We Research Internet Providers

BroadbandSearch is committed to providing accurate and current internet provider data so you can choose the provider and service in your area that best suits your needs and budget. Here is how we source and verify the information we provide:

Data Sources

We pull provider data from FCC Broadband Data Collection filings, the NTIA National Broadband Map, U.S. Census Bureau data, and direct provider disclosures.

Coverage

Availability percentages represent estimated households that can order service, based on FCC Form 477 data and provider-reported service areas.

Reviews

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Updates

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