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Internet providers in Shreveport, LA
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Shreveport, LA internet providers
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| AT&T | $40.00 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 6.408% |
| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 81% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 150 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Hunt Telecommunications | - | - | DSL | 1.624% |
| Hunt Telecommunications | - | - | Wired | 0.591% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?Shreveport internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
197598
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.09%
2 providers - 91.50%
3 providers - 2.06%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Shreveport 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 Shreveport area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Shreveport residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 90% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 6.410% of those living in Shreveport.
There are five internet providers serving the Shreveport area, and 91.50% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Shreveport's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Shreveport
The largest internet providers in Shreveport are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Shreveport.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most Shreveport residents, covering 81% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 99% of the area. Shreveport’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Shreveport 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Shreveport covering 81% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Shreveport 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 Shreveport, $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 Shreveport, $2.02.
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 Shreveport. These download speeds are available to 81% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Shreveport's providers, 316 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Shreveport covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Shreveport 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 Shreveport, $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 Shreveport, $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 Shreveport. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Shreveport's providers, 316 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Shreveport covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Shreveport 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 Shreveport, $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 Shreveport, $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 Shreveport. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Shreveport's providers, 316 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Shreveport?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Shreveport with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 6.408% of households in Shreveport. The next fastest internet provider in Shreveport is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 150 Mbps to 99% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Shreveport?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Shreveport with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Shreveport, $42.49.
Is fiber internet available in Shreveport?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Shreveport, covering 6.408% of the city.
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.
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%.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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