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Internet Providers in Taos, New Mexico

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    • Viasat
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    • CenturyLink
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    • Kit Carson Internet
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Home Internet in Taos, NM

  • 1. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    1.2 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 63.2%
    Taos speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity
  • 2. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    12 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. CenturyLink
    Speeds Up To
    80 Mbps
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    Connection: DSL
    Availability: 36.2%
  • 5. TaosNet
    Speeds Up To
    1.024 Gbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 92%
  • 6. Kit Carson Internet
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 77.6%
  • 7. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Taos, NM

In Taos, New Mexico, residents aren't short on options for internet service. Xfinity, a cable internet provider, covers 63% of the city and offers plans with maximum download speeds reaching a whopping 1.2 Gbps. Starting at just $35 per month, Xfinity manages to marry speed, availability, and affordability.

Yet, Xfinity isn't the only player in Taos' internet scene. CenturyLink also has a commanding presence. Providing DSL internet service to 31% of the city, CenturyLink plans offer a maximum download speed of 100 Mbps at a cost of $50 per month. Then there's Viasat, bringing satellite internet to all of Taos with its maximum download speed of 10 Mbps, starting at $49.99 per month.

Taking a closer look at Taos' overall connectivity reveals an intricate tapestry of DSL, cable, fiber, fixed wireless, and satellite coverage, covering 31%, 63%, 27%, 92%, and 100% of the city respectively. This broad spectrum of coverage helps ensure technology accessibility, particularly in areas often overlooked, underlining these providers' dedication to comprehensive service across Taos.

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
  • HughesNet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Xfinity
  • TaosNet
  • Kit Carson Internet
92.01%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Taos, NM

Provider Connection Types in Taos, NM

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Taos, NM
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
31.25%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
62.68%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
27.189999999999998%

List of Internet Providers in Taos, NM

Provider Type Top Speed
Xfinity Cable 1.2 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 12 Mbps
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
CenturyLink DSL 80 Mbps
TaosNet Fixed Wireless 1.024 Gbps
Kit Carson Internet Fiber 1 Gbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps

Internet Providers in Taos, NM

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Xfinity $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1.2 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $69.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 12 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
CenturyLink $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 80 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL
TaosNet $49.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1.024 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Kit Carson Internet $49.9/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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