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Internet Providers in Alexandria, Louisiana

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Home Internet in Alexandria, LA
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Optimum
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • EarthLink
    • Verizon
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • NTS
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
    Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps.
    Connection: IPBB, Fiber
    Availability: 64%
    Alexandria speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet
  • 2. Optimum
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 66.8%
    Alexandria speed tests confirm high speeds for Optimum
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    12 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
    All-In Internet plans can experience faster speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 133 Mbps – 415 Mbps. 25% of our customers see speeds below and 25% see speeds above these ranges. Mobile 5G Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 59.4%
  • 5. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 15.8%
  • 6. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 32.1%
  • 7. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 8. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 59.4%
  • NTS
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 22.6%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

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).

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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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Alexandria, Louisiana

Looking for internet providers near you? This map can help. Use the drop-down menu to select an internet provider in your area, then enter your address into the address bar. The map will show your neighborhood and overlay the internet provider's availability by address, so that you can see which providers are available exactly where you live. You can also use the map to find internet store locations near you — just toggle the switch to "stores" and choose a provider in your area from the drop down menu to see exactly where that ISP's local stores are.

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%

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
Optimum $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 12 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Vexus $29.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
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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