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Internet Providers in
Thoreau, NM

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Home Internet in Thoreau, NM
  • Provider
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Verizon
    • Hughesnet
    • CenturyLink
    • XNET WiFi
    • Sacred Wind
    • Choice Broadband
    • Starlink
    • SW DinehNet
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    12 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 2. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    87 - 415 Mbps
    Rely plans can experience fast speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 87 Mbps– 318 Mbps. All-In and Amplified Internet plans can experience fast 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. T-Mobile Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks. See https://t-mobile.com/OpenInternet for additional details.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 10.5%
  • 3. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 47.7%
  • 4. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 5. CenturyLink
    Speeds Up To
    80 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: DSL
    Availability: 66.6%
  • 6. XNET WiFi
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 27.6%
  • 7. Sacred Wind
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: DSL, Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 71.4%
  • Choice Broadband
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 39.8%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 99.7%
  • SW DinehNet
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 16%

Best Internet Providers in Thoreau, NM

In Thoreau, New Mexico, Viasat Internet stands out as the key provider, offering satellite connections to 100% of households. They deliver a maximum download speed of 12 Mbps, starting at $69.99 per month. Despite not offering the highest speeds, Viasat's extensive coverage ensures reliable internet for all residents, particularly where other connection types fall short.

Hughesnet also plays a crucial role in Thoreau, matching Viasat's 100% community coverage with its own satellite service. Hughesnet provides higher speeds, reaching up to 100 Mbps, and starts at a lower monthly cost of $49.99. This makes Hughesnet a strong option for those requiring faster internet at a better price.

In Thoreau, satellite connections dominate as traditional wired options such as DSL, cable, and fiber are scarce or unavailable. While fixed wireless service exists, the unparalleled satellite coverage by Hughesnet and Viasat makes them essential for the entire community, especially in underserved areas.

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
  • Choice Broadband
  • SW DinehNet
100%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • T-Mobile
  • Verizon
  • Hughesnet
  • Sacred Wind
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • XNET WiFi
27.62%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Thoreau, New Mexico

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Provider Connection Types in Thoreau, NM

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Thoreau, NM
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
25.669999999999998%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
0.06%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
0.43%

Internet Providers in Thoreau, NM

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Viasat Internet $79.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 12 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 300 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Hughesnet $39.99/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
XNET WiFi $65/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Sacred Wind Communications $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, Fixed Wireless
Choice Broadband $54.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Starlink $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
SW DinehNet $54.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless

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