Internet Providers in Austin, TX 78738
Bee Cave / Lakeway / Steiner Ranch (78738). #1 fastest-growing ZIP in Austin metro (70%+ growth). Affluent western suburbs. AT&T Fiber primary fiber option (80% coverage). Spectrum cable at 96%. High-income households with strong demand for premium plans.
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Local Summary for ZIP 78738
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Internet Providers in ZIP 78738
ZIP code 78738 is in a rural area where traditional cable and fiber options are limited. Here are your best internet choices:
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Quick Comparison
| # | Technology | Contract | Data | Best For | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AT&TBest value | Fiber | 5 Gbps | 5 Gbps | $55/mo | None | Unlimited | Affluent households and remote workers |
| 2 | Spectrum | Cable | 1 Gbps | 35 Mbps | $50/mo | None | Unlimited | Streaming and browsing |
| 3 | tmobile | 5G Home | 415 Mbps | 50 Mbps | $50/mo | None | Unlimited | Light users |
| 4 | verizon | 5G Home | 300 Mbps | 50 Mbps | $60/mo | None | Unlimited | Verizon customers |
AT&T
Best valueBest for: Affluent households and remote workers
Spectrum
Best for: Streaming and browsing
tmobile
Best for: Light users
verizon
Best for: Verizon customers
About ZIP 78738
Bee Cave / Lakeway / Steiner Ranch (78738). #1 fastest-growing ZIP in Austin metro (70%+ growth). Affluent western suburbs. AT&T Fiber primary fiber option (80% coverage). Spectrum cable at 96%. High-income households with strong demand for premium plans.
Neighborhoods in Austin
The fastest-growing ZIP code in the Austin metro (70%+ population growth). Affluent western suburbs on Lake Travis. Popular with executives, remote workers, and retirees seeking lake views and Hill Country scenery. High demand for premium internet plans.
Fiber coverage
Google Fiber is not yet available in 78738. AT&T Fiber is the primary fiber option at approximately 80% coverage. Spectrum cable covers 96% of the area. Given the affluent demographics, there is strong demand for AT&T's multi-gig plans.
Is Google Fiber available in Bee Cave or Lakeway Texas?
No. Google Fiber is not currently available in Bee Cave or Lakeway (78738). AT&T Fiber is the best fiber option here, covering approximately 80% of addresses with speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $55/month. Spectrum cable covers 96% of the area as an alternative.
What is the best internet in Steiner Ranch Austin?
In Steiner Ranch and the broader 78738 area, AT&T Fiber is the top choice with real-world speeds averaging 312 Mbps download and 243 Mbps upload. Spectrum cable is available to 96% of homes as a backup. Plans start at $55/month for AT&T Fiber.
Living in Austin
Bee Cave and Lakeway area (78738) has AT&T Fiber and Spectrum with growing demand from affluent Hill Country communities.
- Hill Country Galleria open-air shopping and entertainment center
- Lake Travis access for boating, swimming, and waterfront dining
- Bee Cave and Lakeway's top-rated Lake Travis ISD schools
- Scenic Hill Country views with upscale master-planned communities
- Backyard amphitheater at the Hill Country Galleria for live music
Traffic & Commute
Major Roads
Transit Options
SH 71 and RR 620 intersection is one of the worst bottlenecks in the Austin metro. Limited public transit in this area.
Neighborhood Updates
Construction & Infrastructure
RR 620 Widening
TxDOT widening RR 620 from US 71 to Anderson Mill Road to reduce bottlenecks in the lake area.
SourceNew & Coming Soon
Falconhead West Development
Residential
New luxury home phases in the Falconhead master-planned community.
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4 providers are currently mapped for this ZIP. Confirm current serviceability with each provider before ordering.
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Can neighbors in 78738 see different options?
Yes. Network buildouts and line-of-sight constraints can change what is available from one street to another.
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For most households in ZIP code 78738 (Austin, TX), at&tfiber is the best combination of speed, reliability and price in 2026. Gigabit fiber is available to most addresses in this ZIP, with top speeds up to 5 Gbps. Availability can vary block by block — always confirm current serviceability with the provider before ordering service.
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