Compare Gray internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Gray – 101.0 Mbps
LA – 127.0 Mbps
U.S. – 133.0 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Gray – 42.0 Mbps
LA – 48.0 Mbps
U.S. – 46.0 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Gray.
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AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 93% |
AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 12% |
Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Hunt Telecommunications | - | 25 - 10 Mbps | Wired | 14% |
Hunt Telecommunications | - | 25 - 500 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 5.149% |
HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
CSS | - | - | 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 Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 98.70%
3 providers - 5.15%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Gray 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 Gray area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Gray 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 78% of those living in Gray.
There are six internet providers serving the Gray area, and 98.70% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Gray's six internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Gray are AT&T and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Gray.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Gray residents, covering 93% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 12% of the area. Gray’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Gray 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 Gray covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Gray 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 Gray, $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, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Gray, $2.04.
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 Gray. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Gray's providers, 316 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 Gray covering 12% 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 Gray 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 Gray, $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, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Gray, $2.04.
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 Gray. These download speeds are available to 12% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Gray's providers, 316 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 Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Gray covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Gray 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 Gray, $54.99.
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 Gray, $2.04.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Gray. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Gray's providers, 316 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Gray, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Gray, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Gray and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Gray at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Gray at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Gray residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Gray with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 93% of households in Gray. The next fastest internet provider in Gray is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 12% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Gray with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Gray, $54.99.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Gray, covering 12% of the city. Hunt Telecommunications also offers fiber internet in Gray and is available to 5.149% of households.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
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.