
Internet providers in New Orleans, LA
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COVID Practices
Unlimited data allowance
AT&T consumer home internet or Fixed Wireless Internet customers can use unlimited internet data through September 30, 2020.
Installation practices
Self-installation is the default installation option when available for customers.
Temporary speed upgrade
Get a temporary speed upgrade to 50 Mbps when you order Cox 10 & 30 Mbps internet plans. Offers valid through June 30, 2020.
Installation practices
Self-installation encouraged. Select your desired installation date, and a Cox representative will call to confirm or reschedule your appointment.
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Installation practices
Safety-first Installation: A Frontier technician will perform your installation with appropriate safety protocols including wearing protective equipment and maintaining social distancing. In taking these precautions, it’s recommended that Frontier customers wear a face mask or face covering for the safety of technicians.
New TV plan
Introducing a new “Local 50” video plan to support contactless installation.
Installation practices
Contactless installation: Mediacom will send an installation kit and a technician to set up a single high-speed data connection, phone, or one local TV channel plan with the help of someone in your home.
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Installation practices
Self-installation is encouraged. For professional installation, contact-free delivery is available for work done outside of the home. For customers moving more than 7 days from the date the order is placed, professional installation is available.
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Installation practices
Free Contactless Delivery: An Xfinity technician will drop-off your equipment with installation instructions, then perform any outside work. Get your installation fees back in a customer credit for a no-charge installation.
Best internet providers in New Orleans
Internet availability by connection type
In New Orleans, LA, there are currently 13 internet providers to choose from that offer residential services. Depending on the ZIP code of where you live, there may be a few options to choose from when deciding on your internet and other home services.
Cable – 93%
DSL – 95%
Fiber-optic – 22%
All available New Orleans residential internet providers
*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 09/03/21
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How we scored internet providers
We evaluate broadband providers in four categories: affordability, performance, value and customer satisfaction. Each category contains multiple sub-factors, all of which are weighted differently to impact the provider’s overall score.
For each sub-factor, we score all providers on a continuous scale of 1 to 5, relative to the industry as a whole. Because the average download speed in America is currently 180 Mbps, for example, we assigned all plans with download speeds between 100 and 299 Mbps a score between 3 and 4. Xfinity’s 200 Mbps plan received a 3.50 score for download speed, while Spectrum’s 400 Mbps plan got a 4.16.
We only considered standardized data points in our scoring system. More abstract data like consistency of service and brand reputation is still part of our analysis, but we opted to let our writers address them in the context of each review.
Learn more about our methodologyFastest internet providers in New Orleans
The fastest internet services in New Orleans more than likely are from providers using a fiber-optic or cable/fiber-optic network. Here’s a look at the fastest fiber-optic and cable internet providers in the New Orleans area.
*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 09/03/21
New Orleans high-speed internet availability compared to the national average
Compared to other major cities in the U.S., New Orleans does not offer Gig speed internet in many areas. Although most New Orleans residents may not be able to receive Gig speeds, they can expect to receive at least 250 Mbps.
Download speeds 250 Mbps or higher
New Orleans – 93%
Louisiana – 67%
U.S. – 73%
Download speeds 1,000 Mbps or higher
New Orleans – 13%
Louisiana – 17%
U.S. – 16%
Source: FCC
Cheapest internet service providers in New Orleans
If you’re looking for a way to save on your internet services without sacrificing quality, both AT&T and Cox offer service plans below $50/mo. When bundling your internet with TV and home phone services, you’re able to save even more on a monthly basis with cox.
*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 09/03/21

Allconnect’s affordable choice: AT&T
Cox may have the cheapest starting prices, but AT&T is the more affordable option long-term due to Cox’s dramatic price increases after the first year. AT&T is also a much better deal since it offers significantly faster speeds for only $5/mo. more.

Allconnect Rating
4.05 / 5
AT&T: Best overall value
AT&T fiber is one of the best options in the country for internet service. AT&T fiber offers three internet speeds, 300, 500 and 940 Mbps and with any of these plans, you will receive symmetrical download/upload speeds. AT&T DSL is not as attractive of an option since you will have to pay a higher price for slower speeds, but it’s still a better option than satellite internet.
Why New Orleans loves AT&T
Fast speeds for a lower price
High customer satisfaction
Things to consider
DSL product is inferior to its AT&T product
No AT&T bundling options

Allconnect Rating
3.13 / 5
Cox: Cheapest starting prices
If you are looking for the cheapest internet available, Cox is a good option for you. Cox offers plans starting at just $29.99/mo. However, be prepared for the price to increase by at least $25/mo. after the first year.
Why New Orleans loves Cox
Cheap internet starting prices
Multiple plan options available
Things to consider
Prices increase by $25-$36/mo. after the first year
All plans come with a data cap
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Written by:
Ari HowardAssociate Writer, Broadband & Wireless Content
Ari is an Associate Writer for the Allconnect team. She primarily writes about broadband news and studies, particularly relating to internet access, digital safety, broadband-related technology and the digital d… Read more
Edited by:
Robin LaytonEditor, Broadband Content
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