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Internet providers in 70005
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| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 93% |
| Cox | $29.99 | 10 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Harbor Communications | - | - | Fiber-optic | 100% |
| Harbor Communications | - | - | Wired | 100% |
| GTT Communications | - | - | DSL | 4.353% |
| Hunt Telecom | - | - | DSL | 3.652% |
| Hunt Telecom | - | - | Fiber-optic | 0.643% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Harbor Communications | - | - | 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?70005 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 70005 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 70005 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 93% of those living in the 70005 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 70005 area, and 99.97% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 70005, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 70005
The largest internet providers serving the 70005 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 70005 ZIP code, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Cox, which covers 100% of the area. Metairie’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 70005 ZIP code.
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 the 70005 ZIP code, covering 93% 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 $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Metairie, $42.49.
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 Metairie, $1.15.
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 70005 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Metairie's providers, 103 Mbps.
Cox cable 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.
Cable from Cox offers broadband to all households in the 70005 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 70005 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 Metairie, $42.49.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Metairie, $1.15.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in 70005 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Metairie's providers, 103 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 70005 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 70005 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Metairie, $42.49.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Metairie, $1.15.
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 70005 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Metairie's providers, 103 Mbps.
Internet providers in 70005 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 70005?
Cox is the fastest internet provider in the 70005 ZIP code with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 70005. The next fastest internet provider in the 70005 ZIP code is Hunt Telecom, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 0.643% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 70005?
Cox offers the cheapest internet in the 70005 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Metairie, $42.49.
Is fiber internet available in 70005?
Harbor Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 70005 ZIP code, covering 100% of the city. Hunt Telecom also offers fiber internet in 70005 and is available to 0.643% of households.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
Where can I find free Wi-Fi near me?
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
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