Compare Estelle internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Estelle – Mbps
LA – 115 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Estelle – Mbps
LA – 41 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Estelle.
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AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 98% |
AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 18% |
Cox | $29.99 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Harbor Communications | - | - | Fiber-optic | 100% |
Harbor Communications | - | - | Wired | 100% |
Hunt Telecommunications | - | - | Wired | 1.805% |
Hunt Telecommunications | - | - | DSL | 1.547% |
HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Harbor Communications | - | - | Wireless | 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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 99.98%
3 providers - 99.05%
4+ providers - 1.55%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Estelle 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 Estelle area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Estelle residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 27% of those living in Estelle.
There are six internet providers serving the Estelle area, and 99.98% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Estelle's six internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Estelle are AT&T and Cox bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Estelle.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Estelle residents, covering 98% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 18% of the area. Estelle’s third most-available internet provider, Cox, offers cable to around 100% of Estelle 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Estelle covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Estelle 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 Estelle, $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 Estelle, $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 Estelle. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Estelle'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.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to a limited number of households in Estelle covering 18% 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 Estelle than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Estelle, $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 Estelle, $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 1,000 Mbps in Estelle. These download speeds are available to 18% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Estelle'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 Estelle covering 100% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Estelle 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 Estelle, $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 Estelle, $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 Estelle. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Estelle's providers, 353 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Estelle, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Estelle, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Estelle and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Estelle at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Estelle at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Estelle residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Estelle with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Estelle. The next fastest internet provider in Estelle is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 18% of the area.
Cox offers the cheapest internet in Estelle with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Estelle, $54.99.
Harbor Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Estelle, covering 100% of the city. AT&T also offers fiber internet in Estelle and is available to 18% 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.
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.