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Find internet providers serving the 88220 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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| Windstream | $19.99 | 15 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 90% |
| Windstream | $75.00 | 15 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.080% |
BendBroadband  | - | 100 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 94% |
| Penasco Valley Telephone Coop | - | - | Fiber-optic | 15% |
| Delcom | $45.00 | 3 - 6 Mbps | DSL | 1.410% |
| BendBroadband | - | 100 - 300 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.660% |
| Penasco Valley Telephone Coop | - | - | DSL | 0.050% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 5 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Penasco Valley Telephone Coop | - | - | Wireless | 91% |
| ENMR | $40.00 | 10 - 3 Mbps | Wireless | 59% |
| Southwestern Wireless | $24.95 | 1 - 5 Mbps | Wireless | 12% |
| Delcom | $45.00 | 3 - 6 Mbps | Wireless | 0.350% |
*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 27, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.16%
2 providers - 88.01%
3 providers - 14.53%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 88220 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 88220 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 94% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 17% of those living in the 88220 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 88220 area, and 88.01% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 88220, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Windstream | 126 Mbps | 71 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Carlsbad.
The largest internet providers serving the 88220 ZIP code are Windstream, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Windstream is available to nearly all in the 88220 ZIP code, covering 90% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Carlsbad’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 88220 ZIP code.
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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 27, 2022.
DSL from Windstream offers broadband to nearly all households in the 88220 ZIP code, covering 90% of the area.
DSL internet from Windstream 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 Windstream start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Carlsbad, $39.99.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.33 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Carlsbad, $2.86.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Windstream offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 8 Mbps in 88220 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Carlsbad's providers, 42 Mbps.
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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 27, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 88220 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 88220 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 Carlsbad, $39.99.
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 Carlsbad, $2.86.
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 88220 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Carlsbad's providers, 42 Mbps.
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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 27, 2022.
Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in the 88220 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 88220 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 Viasat start at $50/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Carlsbad, $39.99.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.17 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Carlsbad, $2.86.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 5 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in 88220 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Carlsbad's providers, 42 Mbps.
BendBroadband is the fastest internet provider in the 88220 ZIP code with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 94% of households in 88220. The next fastest internet provider in the 88220 ZIP code is BendBroadband, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 0.660% of the area.
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in the 88220 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Carlsbad, $39.99.
Penasco Valley Telephone Coop is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 88220 ZIP code, covering 15% of the city. Windstream also offers fiber internet in 88220 and is available to 1.080% of households.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
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