*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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.88%
2 providers - 97.96%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 70808 ZIP code is slightly higher than the rest of Louisiana - 90%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 70808 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 92% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 55% of those living in the 70808 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 70808 area, and 97.96% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 70808, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Cox | 186 Mbps | 15 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 70 Mbps | 27 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Baton Rouge.
The largest internet providers serving the 70808 ZIP code are AT&T, Cox, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 70808 ZIP code, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Cox, which covers 100% of the area. Baton Rouge’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 70808 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.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 70808 ZIP code, covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T 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 AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Baton Rouge, $54.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Baton Rouge, $2.62.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 70808 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Baton Rouge's providers, 353 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.
Cable from Cox offers broadband to all households in the 70808 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 70808 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Baton Rouge, $54.99.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Baton Rouge, $2.62.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in 70808 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Baton Rouge's providers, 353 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 70808 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 70808 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Baton Rouge, $54.99.
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 Baton Rouge, $2.62.
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 70808 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Baton Rouge's providers, 353 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 70808 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in 70808. The next fastest internet provider in the 70808 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 9.080% of the area.
Cox offers the cheapest internet in the 70808 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Baton Rouge, $54.99.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 70808 ZIP code, covering 9.080% of the city.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
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