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Internet providers in Monroe, LA
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| AT&T | $40.00 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.045% |
| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 18 Mbps | DSL | 69% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 150 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
Bay Springs Telephone Company  | - | - | DSL | 53% |
| Bay Springs Telephone Company | - | - | Wired | 11% |
| Hunt Telecommunications | - | - | DSL | 4.057% |
| Hunt Telecommunications | - | - | Wired | 0.075% |
| Hunt Telecommunications | - | - | Fiber-optic | 0.010% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Hunt Telecommunications | - | - | Wireless | 0.090% |
*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 Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?Monroe internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
47817
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.39%
2 providers - 85.24%
3 providers - 51.34%
4+ providers - 1.31%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Monroe is comparable to the rest of Louisiana - 90%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Monroe area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Monroe residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 86% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 1.060% of those living in Monroe.
There are six internet providers serving the Monroe area, and 85.24% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Monroe's six internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Monroe
The largest internet providers in Monroe are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Monroe.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most Monroe residents, covering 69% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 99% of the area. Monroe’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Monroe 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 Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to most households in Monroe covering 69% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Monroe 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 Monroe, $42.49.
AT&T 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 Monroe, $2.02.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 18 Mbps and upload speeds up to 0.768 Mbps in Monroe. These download speeds are available to 69% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Monroe's providers, 301 Mbps.
Xfinity 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Monroe covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Monroe 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 Monroe, $42.49.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Monroe, $2.02.
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 Monroe. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Monroe's providers, 301 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Monroe covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Monroe 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 Monroe, $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, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Monroe, $2.02.
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 Monroe. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Monroe's providers, 301 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Monroe?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Monroe with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 1.045% of households in Monroe. The next fastest internet provider in Monroe is Hunt Telecommunications, offering download speeds up to 200 Mbps to 0.010% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Monroe?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Monroe with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Monroe, $42.49.
Is fiber internet available in Monroe?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Monroe, covering 1.045% of the city. Hunt Telecommunications also offers fiber internet in Monroe and is available to 0.010% of households.
What’s the best internet deal in my area?
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
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.
Should I use my own router?
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
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