Internet providers in Midland, Texas 79706
ZIP code 79706 is in Midland, Midland County, Texas. Compare the major providers below, then check availability for your address.
Internet in Midland 79706: local snapshot
About 87% of the 11,436 households in 79706 have a broadband subscription, 3 points below the Texas average of 90%. That ranks 79706#901 of 1761 ZIP codes in Texas for broadband adoption. A notable share of households rely on satellite internet, a common sign that wired service is patchy in parts of this ZIP.
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 Midland, Texas
Share of residential locations in Midland 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 | Optimum | Fiber, Cable | 84% | |
| 2 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 77% | Check availability |
| 3 | Astound Broadband | Fiber, Cable | 65% | |
| 4 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 46% | |
| 5 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 39% | Check availability |
| 6 | Net Ops Communications | Fixed wireless | 35% | |
| 7 | RTA of America | Fixed wireless | 33% | |
| 8 | BSX Holdings | Fixed wireless | 33% | |
| 9 | AMG Technology Investment Group | Fixed wireless | 30% | |
| 10 | Blue Ridge Internet | Fixed wireless | 8% |
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| 11 | Metronet | Fiber | <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 Midland?
Fiber is widely available: about 65% of locations in Midland can get it. Gigabit-class service (1,000 Mbps down) is reported for about 73% of locations. DSL is still reported for about 28% of locations, which can be a fallback where fiber and cable do not reach. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 88% of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in Midland that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
What to know about internet in Midland 79706
Optimum reports service to the most residential locations in Midland, about 84%. 3 providers report coverage of at least half of locations (Optimum, AT&T, and Astound Broadband), so the market looks competitive. T-Mobile Home Internet, Net Ops Communications, RTA of America, BSX Holdings, and AMG Technology Investment Group offer fixed wireless home internet, an option if you prefer no cable or fiber installation.
Broadband adoption in 79706 (87%) is lower than the Midland average of 89%. By median household income, 79706 ranks 1 of 5 ZIP codes in Midland. The median age of residents is 35.
Frequently asked questions
Is fiber internet available in Midland?
Yes, in part. About 65% of residential locations in Midland can get fiber, 90% can get cable, and about 73% can get gigabit-class speeds, per FCC data. Availability depends on your exact address.
Which internet provider has the widest coverage in Midland?
Optimum reports service to about 84% of residential locations in Midland, the most of any provider, per FCC data. Availability still depends on your address.
How many internet providers serve Midland?
10 providers report service to at least 2% of locations in Midland, and 3 cover at least half. Satellite (HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink) is also available nearly everywhere.
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 Midland 79706?
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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