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Internet providers in Houma, LA
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Houma, LA internet providers
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| AT&T | $40 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 11% |
| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 96% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 150 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 8.140% |
| Hunt Telecom | - | - | Wired | 3.758% |
| Hunt Telecom | - | - | DSL | 1.685% |
| Hunt Telecom | - | - | Fiber-optic | 0.437% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Computer Sales & Services, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Houma internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Houma 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 Houma area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Houma residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 12% of those living in Houma.
There are seven internet providers serving the Houma area, and 99.51% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Houma's seven internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Houma
The largest internet providers in Houma are AT&T and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Houma.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Houma residents, covering 96% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 11% of the area. Houma’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of Houma residents.
AT&T DSL internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Houma covering 96% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Houma 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 $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Houma, $42.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Houma, $0.69.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Houma. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Houma's providers, 312 Mbps.
AT&T fiber-optic internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to a limited number of households in Houma 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 Houma than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $40/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Houma, $42.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Houma, $0.69.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Houma. These download speeds are available to 11% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Houma's providers, 312 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Houma covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Houma 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 Houma, $42.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Houma, $0.69.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Houma. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Houma's providers, 312 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Houma, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Houma, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Houma and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Houma at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Houma at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Houma residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Houma?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Houma with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 11% of households in Houma. The next fastest internet provider in Houma is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 8.140% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Houma?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Houma with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Houma, $42.99.
Is fiber internet available in Houma?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Houma, covering 11% of the city. Hunt Telecom also offers fiber internet in Houma and is available to 0.437% of households.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
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.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
What internet providers are available at my address?
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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