Compare 71270 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Ruston – 125 Mbps
LA – 115 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Ruston – 40 Mbps
LA – 41 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Ruston.
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AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 86% |
AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 4.410% |
CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 2.110% |
Optimum | $40.00 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 92% |
Hunt Telecommunications | - | - | DSL | 7.950% |
Hunt Telecommunications | - | - | Fiber-optic | 0.860% |
HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Hunt Telecommunications | - | - | Wireless | 0.560% |
*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.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 97.60%
2 providers - 85.11%
3 providers - 8.13%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 98%, broadband coverage in the 71270 ZIP code 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 71270 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 97% of households. 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 17% of those living in the 71270 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 71270 area, and 85.11% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 71270, prices start at $40 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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HughesNet | 39 Mbps | 1 Mbps | Satellite |
Optimum | 157 Mbps | 18 Mbps | Cable |
CenturyLink | 19 Mbps | 16 Mbps | DSL |
AT&T | 161 Mbps | 163 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Ruston.
The largest internet providers serving the 71270 ZIP code are AT&T, Optimum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 71270 ZIP code, covering 86% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Optimum, which covers 92% of the area. Ruston’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 71270 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 nearly all households in the 71270 ZIP code, covering 86% 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 Ruston, $56.00.
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, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ruston, $0.77.
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 0.768 Mbps in 71270 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 86% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ruston's providers, 427 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 Optimum offers broadband to nearly all households in the 71270 ZIP code, covering 92% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 71270 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $40/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Ruston, $56.00.
Optimum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.13 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ruston, $0.77.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in 71270 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ruston's providers, 427 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 71270 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 71270 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 Ruston, $56.00.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ruston, $0.77.
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 71270 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Ruston's providers, 427 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 71270 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 86% of households in 71270. The next fastest internet provider in the 71270 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 4.410% of the area.
Optimum offers the cheapest internet in the 71270 ZIP with service starting at $40/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Ruston, $56.00.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 71270 ZIP code, covering 4.410% of the city. Hunt Telecommunications also offers fiber internet in 71270 and is available to 0.860% of households.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
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.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
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