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Internet Providers in Alexandria, Louisiana

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Home Internet in Alexandria, LA

  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
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    Connection: IPBB, Fiber
    Availability: 64%
    Alexandria speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet
    (866) 590-1023
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  • 2. Optimum
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 66.8%
    Alexandria speed tests confirm high speeds for Optimum
    (855) 643-5759
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  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    12 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
    (844) 912-2812
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  • 4. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 59.4%
    (844) 918-3658
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  • 5. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 15.8%
    (866) 699-3450
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  • 6. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
    (844) 902-3107
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  • 7. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 59.4%
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  • 8. NTS
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 22.6%
    (800) 658-2150
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  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
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  • Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 32.1%
    (877) 560-5156
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Home Internet Summary in Alexandria, LA

AT&T Internet tops the list of providers in Alexandria, Louisiana, with both IPBB and fiber connections. It offers blazing-fast download speeds of up to 5 Gbps, perfect for gamers, streamers, and multi-user households. Plans start at $55 per month. Though its coverage is around 64%, it remains a strong choice for those who prioritize speed.

Optimum ranks second, delivering cable internet with speeds up to 940 Mbps. Plans start at $40 per month. Covering about 66.80% of Alexandria, Optimum balances affordability with decent speed, making it a good choice for those seeking moderate internet speeds at a lower cost.

Viasat Internet rounds out the top three providers with 100% coverage in Alexandria. It offers satellite internet at speeds up to 150 Mbps, starting at $199.99 per month. While Viasat reaches areas other connections don't, its higher prices and lower speeds make it less appealing where other options exist.

Residents of Alexandria can choose from DSL, cable, fiber, and satellite plans, selecting what best fits their needs and location.

Best Internet Providers in Alexandria, LA

The best internet providers in Alexandria are AT&T Fiber, Optimum, and T-Mobile 5G Home Internet. AT&T takes the top spot in Alexandria due to its symmetrical upload and download speeds up to 5 Gbps. AT&T’s fiber-optic connection is great for high-data activities like gaming, working remotely, and even streaming in 4K.

Optimum is the best cable internet provider in Alexandria. With top speeds reaching up to 940 Mbps, Optimum’s cable network is perfect for the average household. Not only do Optimum prices start at just $40 per month, but Optimum is the most widespread internet provider in Alexandria, covering 66.8 percent of the city.

Households without access to AT&T or Optimum should consider T-Mobile 5G Home Internet. With coverage extending to almost every household in Alexandria, T-Mobile 5G Home Internet offers speeds between 33 and 182 Mbps for just $50 per month (with AutoPay).

  • AT&T - Fastest Provider
  • NTS - Cheapest Provider
  • Viasat - Widley Available
  • Viasat - Great for Rural Areas
  • T-Mobile - Offers 5G Home Internet
  • AT&T - Great Value

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • Viasat
 100%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Optimum
  • T-Mobile
  • EarthLink
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
 100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • AT&T
  • NTS
 63.970000000000006%

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Provider Connection Types in Alexandria, LA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Alexandria, LA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
 100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
 25.34%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
 83.87%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
 22.14%

List of Internet Providers in Alexandria, LA

Provider Type Top Speed
AT&T IPBB, Fiber 5 Gbps
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Optimum Cable 940 Mbps
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Viasat Satellite 12 Mbps
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T-Mobile 5G Internet 415 Mbps
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EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps
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Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
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XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps
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NTS Fiber 1 Gbps
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Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
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Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps
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Internet Providers in Alexandria, LA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 5 Gbps Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps. IPBB, Fiber
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Optimum $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
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Viasat Internet $69.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 12 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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T-Mobile 5G Home Internet $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 415 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
(844) 918-3658
EarthLink 5G Home Internet $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
(866) 699-3450
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
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Vexus $29.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
(800) 658-2150
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
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  • * Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps.
  • ** Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
  • *** Our star ratings are calculated based on user reviews collected on BroadbandNow.com and through our independent survey. A provider must have a minimum of 50 such reviews before we assign a star rating.