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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 89% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 70% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| TaosNet | $34.95 | 4 - 1,024 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.35%
2 providers - 88.88%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 87571 ZIP code is slightly higher than the rest of New Mexico - 84%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 87571 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 92% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 89% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 37% of those living in the 87571 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 87571 area, and 88.88% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 87571, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Xfinity | 43 Mbps | 5 Mbps | Cable |
| CenturyLink | 5 Mbps | 8 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Taos.
The largest internet providers serving the 87571 ZIP code are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all in the 87571 ZIP code, covering 89% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 70% of the area. Taos’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 87571 ZIP code.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 87571 ZIP code, covering 89% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 87571 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Taos, $53.74.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Taos, $2.69.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 87571 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Taos's providers, 68 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in the 87571 ZIP code, covering 70% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Taos, $53.74.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Taos, $2.69.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 87571 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 70% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Taos's providers, 68 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 87571 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 87571 ZIP where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Taos, $53.74.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Taos, $2.69.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 87571 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Taos's providers, 68 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 87571 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 89% of households in 87571. The next fastest internet provider in the 87571 ZIP code is TaosNet , offering download speeds up to 1,024 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 87571 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Taos, $53.74.
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
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