Compare 70056 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Gretna – 108 Mbps
LA – 115 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Gretna – 21 Mbps
LA – 41 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Gretna.
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AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 2.160% |
Cox | $29.99 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Harbor Communications | - | - | Fiber-optic | 100% |
Harbor Communications | - | - | Wired | 100% |
Hunt Telecommunications | - | - | DSL | 2.100% |
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%
2 providers - 100%
3 providers - 99.98%
4+ providers - 2.10%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 70056 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 70056 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 28% of those living in the 70056 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 70056 area, and 100% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 70056, 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 | 107 Mbps | 7 Mbps | Cable |
AT&T | 148 Mbps | 105 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Gretna.
The largest internet providers serving the 70056 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 70056 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Cox, which covers 100% of the area. Gretna’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 70056 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 all households in the 70056 ZIP code, covering 100% 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 Gretna, $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 Gretna, $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 70056 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Gretna'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 70056 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 70056 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 Gretna, $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 Gretna, $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 70056 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Gretna'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 70056 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 70056 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 Gretna, $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 Gretna, $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 70056 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Gretna's providers, 353 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 70056 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 70056. The next fastest internet provider in the 70056 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 2.160% of the area.
Cox offers the cheapest internet in the 70056 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Gretna, $54.99.
Harbor Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 70056 ZIP code, covering 100% of the city. AT&T also offers fiber internet in 70056 and is available to 2.160% of households.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
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