Verizon internet in Houston, TX
Verizon reports service to about 64% of residential locations in Houston, Texas, which ranks it #3 of 6 providers with meaningful coverage. Verizon offers Fios fiber internet in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, and 5G Home and LTE Home fixed wireless internet in many other areas. Fios is a fiber-optic network with matching upload and download speeds.
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How Verizon compares in Houston
| # | Provider | Technology (varies by address) | Locations covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Xfinity | Cable | 97% |
| 2 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 75% |
| 3 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 64% |
| 4 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 62% |
| 5 | Optimum | Fiber, Cable | 2% |
| 6 | Tachus Fiber | Fiber | 2% |
| 7 | Ezee Fiber | Fiber | 2% |
| 8 | Brightspeed | Fiber, DSL | 1% |
Share of residential locations in Houston where each provider reports service (FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025). See all providers in Houston.
Verizon vs other providers
What technologies are available in Houston?
Fiber is widely available: about 55% of locations in Houston can get it. Gigabit-class service (1,000 Mbps down) is reported for about 89% of locations. DSL is still reported for about 26% of locations, which can be a fallback where fiber and cable do not reach. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 76% of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in Houston that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
Verizon in places near Houston
- West University Place, TX (96%)
- Bellaire, TX (91%)
- Aldine, TX (60%)
- Cloverleaf, TX (61%)
- South Houston, TX (58%)
- Stafford, TX (49%)
- Humble, TX (43%)
- Pearland, TX (72%)
Plans and pricing
Plan prices and promotions change often and vary by address, so we do not list them. See Verizon's current offers at your address with its availability checker above.
Frequently asked questions
Is Verizon available in Houston?
Verizon reports service to about 64% of residential locations in Houston, per FCC data as of December 31, 2025. That ranks it #3 of 6 providers with meaningful coverage here. Availability depends on your exact address.
What type of internet does Verizon offer in Houston?
Verizon offers fiber, fixed wireless service across its footprint. The FCC summary does not say which technology reaches each address, so check your address with the provider.
Who are the main Verizon competitors in Houston?
Other providers reporting at least 10% coverage in Houston include Xfinity (97%), AT&T (75%), T-Mobile Home Internet (62%).
How do I check Verizon availability at my address?
Use Verizon's own address checker, or enter your ZIP code here to compare all providers for your area.
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