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Internet providers in 81101
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 72% |
| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 73% |
| Blanca Telephone Company/Jade Communications LLC | - | - | Fiber-optic | 18% |
| Consolidated Communications | $25 | 10 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 3.954% |
| Consolidated Communications | $25 | 10 - 50 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 2.140% |
| Blanca Telephone Company/Jade Communications LLC | - | - | DSL | 0.036% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Blanca Telephone Company/Jade Communications LLC | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Viaero Wireless | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Consolidated Communications | $25 | 10 - 1.5 Mbps | Wireless | 5.622% |
*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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?81101 internet service at a glance
At 91%, broadband coverage in the 81101 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Colorado - 91%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 81101 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 91% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 72% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 20% of those living in the 81101 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 81101 area, and 74.72% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 81101, prices start at $25 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 81101
The largest internet providers serving the 81101 ZIP code are Spectrum, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to most in the 81101 ZIP code, covering 72% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 73% of the area. Alamosa’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 81101 ZIP code.
Spectrum cable internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to most households in the 81101 ZIP code, covering 72% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 81101 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Alamosa, $45.00.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Alamosa, $1.61.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in 81101 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 72% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Alamosa's providers, 68 Mbps.
CenturyLink DSL internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in the 81101 ZIP code, covering 73% 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 $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Alamosa, $45.00.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.75 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Alamosa, $1.61.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 81101 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 73% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Alamosa's providers, 68 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 81101 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 81101 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Alamosa, $45.00.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Alamosa, $1.61.
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 81101 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Alamosa's providers, 68 Mbps.
Internet providers in 81101 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 81101?
Blanca Telephone Company/Jade Communications LLC is the fastest internet provider in the 81101 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 18% of households in 81101. The next fastest internet provider in the 81101 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 72% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 81101?
Consolidated Communications offers the cheapest internet in the 81101 ZIP with service starting at $25/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Alamosa, $45.00.
Is fiber internet available in 81101?
Blanca Telephone Company/Jade Communications LLC is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 81101 ZIP code, covering 18% of the city. Consolidated Communications also offers fiber internet in 81101 and is available to 2.140% of households.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
What are my internet options?
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
How do I get faster internet?
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.
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