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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 98% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 11% |
| Cox | $49.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| Cox | $49.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 7.915% |
LUSFiber  | $19.95 | 3 - 10,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 3.636% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| REACH4 Communications | $30.00 | 1 - 12 Mbps | Wireless | 7.722% |
*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 Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.87%
2 providers - 97.68%
3 providers - 4.99%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Carencro 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 Carencro area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Carencro residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 95% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 55% of those living in Carencro.
There are six internet providers serving the Carencro area, and 97.68% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Carencro's six internet providers, prices start at $19.95 and available download speeds reach up to 10,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Carencro are AT&T and Cox bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Carencro.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Carencro residents, covering 98% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 11% of the area. Carencro’s third most-available internet provider, Cox, offers cable to around 98% of Carencro residents.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Carencro covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Carencro 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Carencro, $48.32.
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, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Carencro, $1.10.
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 Carencro. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Carencro's providers, 571 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to a limited number of households in Carencro covering 11% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Carencro than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Carencro, $48.32.
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, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Carencro, $1.10.
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 1,000 Mbps in Carencro. These download speeds are available to 11% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Carencro's providers, 571 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Cox offers broadband to nearly all households in Carencro covering 98% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Carencro residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Carencro, $48.32.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Carencro, $1.10.
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 Carencro. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Carencro's providers, 571 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Carencro, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Carencro, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Carencro and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Carencro at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Carencro at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Carencro residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Carencro may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Carencro DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
LUSFiber is the fastest internet provider in Carencro with download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 3.636% of households in Carencro. The next fastest internet provider in Carencro is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 98% of the area.
LUSFiber offers the cheapest internet in Carencro with plans starting at $19.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Carencro, $48.32.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Carencro, covering 11% of the city. Cox also offers fiber internet in Carencro and is available to 7.915% of households.
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.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
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