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Internet providers in Ville Platte, LA

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Ville Platte, LA internet providers

Provider
Spectrum $49.99 300 - 1,000 Mbps **Cable3.024%
CenturyLink $50.00 *** 10 - 940 MbpsDSL76%
Optimum $40.00 300 - 1,000 MbpsCable100%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%
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Ville Platte internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in Ville Platte 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 Ville Platte area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Ville Platte residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 28% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Ville Platte, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.

There are five internet providers serving the Ville Platte area, and 99.74% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Ville Platte's five internet providers, prices start at $40 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.

Top high-speed internet providers in Ville Platte

The largest internet providers in Ville Platte are CenturyLink, Optimum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Ville Platte.

DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to most Ville Platte residents, covering 76% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Optimum, which covers 100% of the area. Ville Platte’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Ville Platte residents.

CenturyLink DSL internet

Provider
CenturyLink
Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

40 Mbps

Average availability

76%

DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in Ville Platte covering 76% of the area.

DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Ville Platte 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 CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Ville Platte, $54.99.

CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ville Platte, $0.43.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Ville Platte. These download speeds are available to 76% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ville Platte's providers, 46 Mbps.

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Optimum cable internet

Provider
Optimum
Starting price*
$40/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

1.5 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Cable from Optimum offers broadband to all households in Ville Platte covering 100% of the area.

Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Ville Platte 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 Ville Platte, $54.99.

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 Ville Platte, $0.43.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1.5 Mbps in Ville Platte. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ville Platte's providers, 46 Mbps.

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HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Ville Platte covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Ville Platte 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 Ville Platte, $54.99.

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 Ville Platte, $0.43.

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 Ville Platte. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Ville Platte's providers, 46 Mbps.

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Internet provider frequently asked questions

Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Ville Platte with download speeds up to 1,00*0 Mbps. These speeds are available to 3.024% of households in Ville Platte. The next fastest internet provider in Ville Platte is Optimum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.

Optimum offers the cheapest internet in Ville Platte with plans starting at $40/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Ville Platte, $54.99.

Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.

Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.

Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.

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.