Internet providers in Austin, Texas 78701
ZIP code 78701 is in Austin, Travis County, Texas. Compare the major providers below, then check availability for your address.
Internet in Austin 78701: local snapshot
About 92% of the 7,319 households in 78701 have a broadband subscription, 2 points above the Texas average of 90%. That ranks 78701#476 of 1761 ZIP codes in Texas for broadband adoption. Very few households (3%) are offline, suggesting internet service is widely used in this area.
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 Austin, Texas
Share of residential locations in Austin 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 | 93% | |
| 2 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 75% | Check availability |
| 3 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 71% | Check availability |
| 4 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 67% | |
| 5 | Google Fiber | Fiber | 43% | |
| 6 | Astound Broadband | Fiber, Cable | 21% | |
| 7 | Electronic Corporate Pages | Fixed wireless | 5% | |
| 8 | PCs for People | Fixed wireless | 2% | |
| 9 | JAB Wireless | 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 Austin?
Fiber is widely available: about 68% of locations in Austin can get it. Gigabit-class service (1,000 Mbps down) is reported for about 84% of locations. DSL is still reported for about 36% of locations, which can be a fallback where fiber and cable do not reach. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 80% of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in Austin that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
What to know about internet in Austin 78701
Spectrum reports service to the most residential locations in Austin, about 93%. 4 providers report coverage of at least half of locations (Spectrum, AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile Home Internet), so the market looks competitive. Fiber-focused providers reporting service here include Google Fiber (43%). T-Mobile Home Internet offers fixed wireless home internet, an option if you prefer no cable or fiber installation.
Broadband adoption in 78701 (92%) is close to the Austin average of 93%. By median household income, 78701 ranks 7 of 43 ZIP codes in Austin. The median age of residents is 41.
Frequently asked questions
Is fiber internet available in Austin?
Yes, in part. About 68% of residential locations in Austin can get fiber, 92% can get cable, and about 84% can get gigabit-class speeds, per FCC data. Availability depends on your exact address.
Which internet provider has the widest coverage in Austin?
Spectrum reports service to about 93% of residential locations in Austin, the most of any provider, per FCC data. Availability still depends on your address.
How many internet providers serve Austin?
7 providers report service to at least 2% of locations in Austin, and 4 cover at least half. Satellite (HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink) is also available nearly everywhere.
Is there fiber internet in Austin?
Fiber providers reporting service in Austin include Google Fiber (43% 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 Austin 78701?
Most households are well served by 100–300 Mbps. Heavy streaming, gaming or many connected devices may benefit from 500 Mbps or more.
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