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Internet providers in 87002
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 250 Mbps | Cable | 83% |
| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 140 Mbps | DSL | 80% |
| ENMR Telephone Cooperative, Inc. | - | - | Fiber-optic | 6.836% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| TWN Communications | $49.95 | 5 - 10 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 5 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Cibola Wireless | $49.95 | 3 - 10 Mbps | Wireless | 82% |
| Rio Cities Internet | - | - | Wireless | 4.396% |
*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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?87002 internet service at a glance
At 98%, broadband coverage in the 87002 ZIP code is slightly higher than the rest of New Mexico - 84%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 87002 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 97% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 83% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 6.840% of those living in the 87002 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 87002 area, and 81.80% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 87002, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 87002
The largest internet providers serving the 87002 ZIP code are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to most in the 87002 ZIP code, covering 83% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 80% of the area. Belen’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 87002 ZIP code.
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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 87002 ZIP code, covering 83% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 87002 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 Belen, $47.48.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Belen, $3.96.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 250 Mbps and upload speeds up to 25 Mbps in 87002 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 83% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Belen's providers, 73 Mbps.
CenturyLink 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 87002 ZIP code, covering 80% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink start at $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Belen, $47.48.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Belen, $3.96.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 140 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 87002 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 80% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Belen's providers, 73 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 87002 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 87002 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Belen, $47.48.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Belen, $3.96.
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 87002 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Belen's providers, 73 Mbps.
Internet providers in 87002 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 87002?
ENMR Telephone Cooperative, Inc. is the fastest internet provider in the 87002 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 6.836% of households in 87002. The next fastest internet provider in the 87002 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 250 Mbps to 83% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 87002?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 87002 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Belen, $47.48.
Is fiber internet available in 87002?
ENMR Telephone Cooperative, Inc. is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 87002 ZIP code, covering 6.836% of the city.
What’s the best internet provider in my area?
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.
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%.
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.
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