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Internet Providers in Metairie, Louisiana

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Home Internet in Metairie, LA
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Cox
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • EarthLink
    • Verizon
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Skycom1
    • 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, 5G Internet
    Availability: 95.7%
    Metairie speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet
  • 2. Cox
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 96.7%
    Metairie speed tests confirm high speeds for Cox
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 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: 48.7%
  • 5. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 50.6%
  • 6. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 69.2%
  • 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: 22.6%
  • Skycom1
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 25.1%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Home Internet Summary in Metairie, LA

In Metairie, Louisiana, AT&T Internet stands out as a major provider, offering both IPBB and fiber connections. With maximum download speeds up to 5 Gbps and 95.70% community coverage, AT&T ensures widespread availability. Plans start at $55 per month, balancing high-speed access and extensive coverage. This blend of a broad fiber network and robust speeds makes AT&T ideal for HD streaming and online gaming.

Cox offers another strong option for internet service in Metairie. Providing a cable connection, Cox covers 96.70% of the area. Its maximum download speed of 1 Gbps, while lower than AT&T’s, meets most household needs, including streaming and remote work. Starting at $50 per month, Cox appeals to budget-conscious consumers. With 100% availability of fiber and extensive cable coverage, Metairie residents enjoy robust connectivity and solid high-speed internet choices.

Best Internet Providers in Metairie, LA

Metairie has two top-rated internet providers: AT&T Fiber and Cox. AT&T Fiber is our pick as the best overall internet provider in Metairie, because it boasts speeds up to 5 Gbps and covers 95.7 percent of Metairie. AT&T offers many tiers of stand-alone internet plans, with prices starting at $55 per month.

Cox is one of the fastest cable internet providers in Metairie, with speeds up to 1 Gbps. Cox covers 96.7 percent of the city, and it offers internet-only plans that start at $50 per month. Not only is Cox one of the cheapest internet providers in Metairie, but you can add savings by bundling your Cox internet plan with TV, phone, or smart home services.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • EarthLink
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Skycom1
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • AT&T
  • Cox
96.73%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Metairie, Louisiana

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Provider Connection Types in Metairie, LA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Metairie, LA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
87.32%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
99.97%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
66.69%

Internet Providers in Metairie, 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, 5G Internet
Cox $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $79.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 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
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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