Fiber Optic Internet Providers and TV Companies in 78160, TX


In 78160 there are 2 residential Fiber providers covering 78.13% of the zip. The average home can get speeds up to 1,059 Mbps. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers below. This does not influence rankings, and helps us provide high-quality detailed information for free.

This page contains all Fiber internet providers in 78160, TX.

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78160, TX Availability Maps

 

Fiber Internet Service Providers in 78160

GVTC | Fiber

Availability:

53.62%

Avg. Speed:

1,000 Mbps

Rise Broadband | Fiber

Availability:

41.33%

Avg. Speed:

1,000 Mbps

Data updated 11/14/2025, based on FCC data from 12/31/2024. This is the most current data available as of .


To avoid wasting your time, providers with less than 1% coverage in 78160 are not shown.

 

78160 Satellite TV & Internet Providers

DISH Satellite TV

Availability:

100%

Avg. Speed:

N/A: Call to bundle.

 

DIRECTV Satellite TV

Availability:

100%

Avg. Speed:

N/A

Not sure whether to choose Dish or DIRECTV? For most people most of the time we recommend DISH. But click here to learn more.

 

Viasat Satellite Internet

Availability:

100%

Avg. Speed:

Up to 150 Mbps

(High latency)

 

 

 

Where in 78160 is fiber internet available?

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Fiber is available in 78.13% of 78160. Areas in green have fiber internet service, where areas in yellow or red may not. The most widely available provider is GVTC. Call one of the companies with service in 78160 above to see who has service at your home.

 

How fast is fiber internet in 78160?

The map below shows maximum fiber internet speeds by area in 78160.

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The average 78160 home can get up to 1,059 Mbps on their fiber internet plan. The fastest fiber download speed in the zip is 8,000 Mbps, which less than 1% of residents can get. Some homes and apartments do not have access to these speeds. On the slower end, for example, 77.47% of homes can only purchase plans up to 1,000 Mbps. See the internet provider details below for info about their speed and coverage in 78160.

Fiber internet speeds tend to be faster in the northwest parts of 78160, and slower in the central areas of the zip.

Is fiber the fastest internet I can get in 78160?

The fastest internet for you may vary based on where in 78160 you live. In general, fixed wireless competes most often with fiber in the zip.

  • Fiber is the fastest internet type for 78.13% of 78160 homes.
  • Cable is fastest for less than 1% of the zip.
  • DSL is fastest for less than 1%.
  • Fixed wireless is fastest for 21.60%.
  • Satellite internet may be the only option for less than 1% of 78160 homes.

 

Fiber Providers in Depth

Below you'll find which TV and internet providers offer service in 78160, along with details on where in 78160 and at what speeds.

GVTC Fiber in 78160, TX

GVTC fiber coverage

About 53.62%, or 2,356 people, have GVTC fiber internet available to them in the zip. The company covers the northwest, central, northeast, west, east, north, southeast, and south 78160 area. GVTC is a large internet service provider internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in a majority of 78160.

 

GVTC fiber download speeds

GVTC is above average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in 78160. Versus other fiber providers in the area, GVTC fiber is one of the slowest. There are no different maximum speeds throughout 78160. The fastest plan anyone in 78160 can order from GVTC goes up to 1,000 Mbps, and all 78160 customers can get this speed.

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The following maximum speeds are marketed to GVTC customers in 78160. Cheaper plans with slower speeds may be available.

  • 100.0% up to 1,000.0 Mbps

 

GVTC fiber upload speeds

In 78160 download speeds tend to be equal to than upload speeds for GVTC fiber. Compared to other ISPs, GVTC is above average where upload speeds are concerned, and below average compared to other 78160 fiber providers. GVTC offers no different upload speeds across the zip. The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in 78160 is up to 1,000 Mbps, which is available to everyone covered.

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GVTC's 78160 fiber customers can expect the following upload speeds:

  • 100.0% up to 1,000.0 Mbps

 

 

 

Rise Broadband Fiber in 78160, TX

Rise Broadband fiber coverage

About 41.33%, or 1,816 people, have Rise Broadband fiber internet available to them in the zip. The company covers the central, south, west, east, southwest, and southeast 78160 area. Rise Broadband is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in some of 78160.

 

Rise Broadband fiber download speeds

Rise Broadband is above average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in 78160. Versus other fiber providers in the area, Rise Broadband fiber is one of the slowest. There are no different maximum speeds throughout 78160. The fastest plan anyone in 78160 can order from Rise Broadband goes up to 1,000 Mbps, and all 78160 customers can get this speed.

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The following maximum speeds are marketed to Rise Broadband customers in 78160. Cheaper plans with slower speeds may be available.

  • 100.0% up to 1,000.0 Mbps

 

Rise Broadband fiber upload speeds

In 78160 download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for Rise Broadband fiber. Compared to other ISPs, Rise Broadband is below average where upload speeds are concerned, and the slowest compared to other 78160 fiber providers. Rise Broadband offers no different upload speeds across the zip. The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in 78160 is up to 200 Mbps, which is available to everyone covered.

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Rise Broadband's 78160 fiber customers can expect the following upload speeds:

  • 100.0% up to 200.0 Mbps

 

 

 

 

78160 Fiber by Area

This information is most helpful to those looking for homes or considering moving to 78160 or any of the areas nearby.

How does fiber internet in 78160 compare to the rest of Texas?

Fiber internet speeds in 78160 are much faster versus the average speeds in Texas: 0.00 Mbps in Texas versus 1,059 Mbps in the zip. The state has similar fiber availability compared to the zip. Average fiber coverage in Texas is 0.00% versus 78.13% in 78160.

What zip codes have fiber internet?

Fiber internet coverage varies by zip code and neighborhood. Some examples in or around 78160 are shown below. You can enter any zip code here to see TV and internet providers by zip code.

Zip CodeInternet Coverage
7814383.51%
7816132.76%
7812190.19%
7814087.47%
7814792.45%
Zip CodeInternet Coverage
7811447.73%
7812290.83%
7810199.38%
7815298.25%
781590.98%

What does fiber internet look like in other zip codes?

Below are zip codes nearby and with similar populations. This comparison can be useful if living somewhere with fast internet is important to you.

Nearby Zip Codes

  • 78143, TX: more fiber coverage, slower speeds
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  • 78114, TX: less fiber coverage, faster speeds
  • 78101, TX: more fiber coverage, faster speeds
  • 78159, TX: less fiber coverage, slower speeds
  • 78677, TX: less fiber coverage, slower speeds
  • 78263, TX: more fiber coverage, faster speeds
  • 78112, TX: more fiber coverage, faster speeds

Zip Codes with Similar Populations

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  • 13849, NY: less fiber coverage, slower speeds
  • 14105, NY: less fiber coverage, slower speeds
  • 14512, NY: more fiber coverage, faster speeds
  • 14871, NY: less fiber coverage, slower speeds
  • 15323, PA: less fiber coverage, slower speeds
  • 15431, PA: less fiber coverage, faster speeds
  • 15681, PA: less fiber coverage, faster speeds