How much does AT&T Access actually cost?

$10-30/month depending on available speeds at your address. Applying the federal Lifeline benefit ($9.25/month) reduces this to $0-20/month net. No installation fee for eligible households; AT&T ships the modem/router for free.

Do I need an AT&T phone plan to get AT&T Access internet?

No. AT&T Access is internet-only and does not require any bundled phone or TV service.

Can I keep AT&T Access if my income increases?

You'll need to re-certify eligibility annually. If you no longer qualify, AT&T will transition you to a standard plan at regular pricing — they'll notify you before any price change.

What if AT&T Access isn't available at my address?

Try Xfinity Internet Essentials, Spectrum Internet Assist, or Cox ConnectAssist depending on who serves your area. See our full Lifeline Internet guide for provider-by-provider breakdowns.

AT&T · Updated April 2026

AT&T Access: low-income home internet explained.

AT&T's low-income internet program ("AT&T Access") offers home internet service starting at $10-30/month for households participating in SNAP, SSI, or Veterans Pension — or with household income at or below 200% of Federal Poverty Guidelines. The federal Lifeline $9.25/month discount can further reduce the price.

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How AT&T Access works

AT&T Access is AT&T's low-income internet program, active since 2016 and expanded multiple times since ACP ended. Qualifying households get home internet at $10-30/month depending on available speeds in their area. Speeds typically range from 25 Mbps to 100 Mbps. Service includes AT&T-provided Wi-Fi modem and router at no additional cost.

Who qualifies

Any household that participates in SNAP (food stamps), SSI (Supplemental Security Income), or Veterans Pension / Survivors Benefit qualifies. Additionally, households with income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines qualify (higher than the 135% Lifeline threshold).

Stacking with federal Lifeline

You can apply the $9.25/month federal Lifeline benefit toward AT&T Access service — effectively reducing the $10-30/month price by that much. Net cost after Lifeline is typically $0-20/month. To stack, apply for Lifeline first through USAC's National Verifier, then transfer the benefit to AT&T during signup.

Coverage and availability

AT&T Access is available in 21 states where AT&T provides consumer internet service: AR, CA, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MO, MS, NC, NV, OH, OK, SC, TN, TX, WI, plus parts of SC. Availability within those states depends on whether AT&T has fiber or DSL service at your address. Check at att.com/access.

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