Internet providers in Laredo, Texas 78040
ZIP code 78040 is in Laredo, Webb County, Texas. Compare the major providers below, then check availability for your address.
Internet in Laredo 78040: local snapshot
About 70% of the 11,438 households in 78040 have a broadband subscription, 20 points below the Texas average of 90%. That ranks 78040#1637 of 1761 ZIP codes in Texas for broadband adoption. Roughly 26% of households have no internet at all, which can point to limited wired options or affordability challenges here.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2023). These figures describe the area, not the providers available at your address.
Compare internet providers in Laredo, Texas
Share of residential locations in Laredo where each provider reports service, from the FCC National Broadband Map (data as of December 31, 2025). Availability depends on your exact address.
| # | Provider | Technology (varies by address) | Locations covered | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spectrum | Fiber, Cable | 92% | |
| 2 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 69% | |
| 3 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 62% | Check availability |
| 4 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 57% | Check availability |
| 5 | B&B Communications | Fixed wireless | 55% | |
| 6 | Metronet | Fiber | 39% | |
| 7 | Smartcom Telephone | Fiber | 6% | |
| 8 | Alenco Communications | Fiber, Fixed wireless | <1% |
Satellite internet
| 1 | HughesNet | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 2 | Viasat | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 3 | Starlink | Satellite | 99%+ |
Satellite service is available at nearly every address but typically has higher latency than wired options.
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What technologies are available in Laredo?
Fiber is widely available: about 56% of locations in Laredo can get it. Gigabit-class service (1,000 Mbps down) is reported for about 59% of locations. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 84% of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in Laredo that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
What to know about internet in Laredo 78040
Spectrum reports service to the most residential locations in Laredo, about 92%. 5 providers report coverage of at least half of locations (Spectrum, T-Mobile Home Internet, Verizon, AT&T, and B&B Communications), so the market looks competitive. Fiber-focused providers reporting service here include Metronet (39%) and Smartcom Telephone (6%). T-Mobile Home Internet and B&B Communications offer fixed wireless home internet, an option if you prefer no cable or fiber installation.
Broadband adoption in 78040 (70%) is lower than the Laredo average of 84%. By median household income, 78040 ranks 5 of 5 ZIP codes in Laredo. The median age of residents is 29, a young area where streaming and gaming often drive demand for faster plans.
Frequently asked questions
Is fiber internet available in Laredo?
Yes, in part. About 56% of residential locations in Laredo can get fiber, 92% can get cable, and about 59% can get gigabit-class speeds, per FCC data. Availability depends on your exact address.
Which internet provider has the widest coverage in Laredo?
Spectrum reports service to about 92% of residential locations in Laredo, the most of any provider, per FCC data. Availability still depends on your address.
How many internet providers serve Laredo?
7 providers report service to at least 2% of locations in Laredo, and 5 cover at least half. Satellite (HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink) is also available nearly everywhere.
Is there fiber internet in Laredo?
Fiber providers reporting service in Laredo include Metronet (39% of locations) and Smartcom Telephone (6% of locations). Other providers may also offer fiber in parts of the city, so check your address.
What is the difference between fiber, cable and DSL?
Fiber offers the fastest and most consistent speeds, cable is widely available with high download speeds, and DSL runs over phone lines and is usually slower. See our guide for details.
What internet speed do I need in Laredo 78040?
Most households are well served by 100–300 Mbps. Heavy streaming, gaming or many connected devices may benefit from 500 Mbps or more.