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Internet providers in Columbus, TX

Spectrum
49% available in Columbus
Connection:
Cable
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
(wireless speeds may vary)

Unlock the best deal when you combine services with Spectrum Internet® – Starting at $30/mo.

Hughesnet
99% available in Columbus
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
100Mbps

User Rating(422)

Free Professional Installation. Save $25/month for 12 months! Offer may vary by geographic area. Terms apply.

Nextlink Internet
3% available in Columbus
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
100Mbps
Speed Net Broadband
66% available in Columbus
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
75Mbps
Rural Telecommunications of America
99% available in Columbus
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
25Mbps
Industry Telephone Company
39% available in Columbus
Connection:
DSL
Download speeds up to
20Mbps
Spectrum
49% available in Columbus
Connection:
Cable
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
(wireless speeds may vary)

Unlock the best deal when you combine services with Spectrum Internet® – Starting at $30/mo.

Hughesnet
99% available in Columbus
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
100Mbps

User Rating(422)

Free Professional Installation. Save $25/month for 12 months! Offer may vary by geographic area. Terms apply.

Nextlink Internet
3% available in Columbus
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
100Mbps
Rural Telecommunications of America
99% available in Columbus
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
25Mbps
Industry Telephone Company
39% available in Columbus
Connection:
DSL
Download speeds up to
20Mbps
Mint
Available in Columbus
Connection:
Mobile
Mint
4GLTE Speeds may vary

User Rating
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Available in Columbus
Connection:
Mobile
Visible
4GLTE Speeds may vary

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Spectrum Mobile
99% available in Columbus
Connection:
Mobile
Spectrum Mobile
5G Speeds may vary

User Rating

Only available to Spectrum Internet customers. Buy one line of Unlimited Data Plan and get the second line FREE for 12 months + extra $100 off when you trade-in an eligible device with the purchase of a new line and phone activation.

Verizon Wireless
99% available in Columbus
Connection:
Mobile
Verizon Wireless
4GLTE Speeds may vary

User Rating
AT&T Wireless
100% available in Columbus
Connection:
Mobile
AT&T Wireless
5G Speeds may vary

User Rating

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0–5 Mbps

Works for:

  • Checking email
  • Streaming music on one device
  • Searching on Google

5–40 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming video on one device
  • Video calling with Skype or FaceTime
  • Online gaming for one player

40–100 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming HD video on a few devices
  • Multiplayer online gaming
  • Downloading large files

100–500 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming video in UHD on multiple screens
  • Downloading files quickly
  • Gaming online for multiple players

500–1,000+ Mbps

Works for:

  • Doing a lot of almost anything

Internet in Columbus

Moving towns or switching internet providers can be confusing and stressful. Comparing internet providers against the averages in the Columbus area can help you choose the right internet and get back to your life.

Average starting price
$76.71/mo

Average speed
186.3 Mbps

Fastest provider

Most popular provider

Columbus Residential Internet Coverage

If you live or work in the Texas community of Columbus, you're in the right place to find high speed Internet providers that have the coverage you need at a price you can afford. Columbus residents and business owners can choose from several different ISPs, since many national providers now include all of Columbus in their coverage maps.

A prominent and popular choice for Columbus residents is AT&T. Through AT&T, subscribers can access either DSL or fiber optic service, depending on their needs and budget. Download speeds vary quite a bit, so take your time comparing plans before making a decision. You could also look into DSL plans available through Frontier, which maintains a smaller network in the Columbus area.

Looking for cable? Check out Spectrum. This massive national cable company includes the entirety of Columbus in its service area, offering coverage and speeds similar to those available through AT&T.

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Data based on internet speed tests performed in Columbus

Average download speed
186.28 Mbps

Average upload speed
13.47 Mbps

Average latency (ping)
18.77 ms

Average jitter
7.58 ms

 

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Learn more about Industry Telephone Company

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Summary of Columbus internet providers

Provider Type Download speeds up to User rating Order online
Spectrum Cable 1000 Mbps
(wireless speeds may vary)
3.5/5 View Plans for Spectrum
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps 3/5 View Plans for Hughesnet
Nextlink Internet Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps 3.5/5 View Plans for Nextlink Internet
Speed Net Broadband Fixed Wireless 75 Mbps 4.5/5 View Plans for Speed Net Broadband
Rural Telecommunications of America Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 5.0/5 View Plans for Rural Telecommunications of America
Industry Telephone Company DSL 20 Mbps N/A View Plans for Industry Telephone Company

Availability and speeds displayed are not guaranteed and are subject to change.

Technology Type

DSL:

DSL provides internet service via phone cables and is up to ten times faster than dial-up service.

Cable:

Cable provides internet speeds faster than DSL through the same cables used for cable TV.

Satellite:

Satellite internet is widely available, but offers slower speeds due to a far-traveling signal.

Fiber:

Fiber relies on glass strands to relay digital code and is much faster than both DSL and cable.

Customer reviews of internet providers in Columbus

Don't worry, you're not alone out there. Read some reviews from verified customers to get the real scoop
on internet providers in Columbus.

Earthlink

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Paul J | 07-13-2021

Will promise you the world to get you to sign up and does not deliver. They are nothing but middleman as they get the internet from AT&T. If you need help after hours good luck! These.people are like the bank 9:00-5:00 m-f

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Earthlink

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Paul J | 07-13-2021

Will promise you the world to get you to sign up and does not deliver. They are nothing but middleman as they get the internet from AT&T. If you need help after hours good luck! These.people are like the bank 9:00-5:00 m-f

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