Compare 87020 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Grants – 124 Mbps
NM – 89 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Grants – 57 Mbps
NM – 31 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Grants.
Internet providers in 87020
Internet providers in your area
87020 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 90% |
Lobo Internet Services  | $50.00 | 3 - 9 Mbps | DSL | 2.050% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Cibola Wireless | $49.95 | 3 - 50 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Sacred Wind Communications | $65.00 | 15 - 50 Mbps | Wireless | 98% |
*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.
Need help?87020 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
5144
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.69%
2 providers - 2.05%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 87020 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 87020 ZIP will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 92% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 87% of the area. No cable providers are currently available in Grants, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the 87020 area, and 2.05% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 87020, prices start at $49.95 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Grants
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CenturyLink | 59 Mbps | 16 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Grants.
Top high-speed internet providers in 87020
The largest internet providers serving the 87020 ZIP code are CenturyLink, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all in the 87020 ZIP code, covering 90% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Grants’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 87020 ZIP code.
CenturyLink DSL internet
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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 CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 87020 ZIP code, covering 90% 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 $50/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Grants, $56.99.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Grants, $5.18.
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 87020 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Grants's providers, 26 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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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 87020 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 87020 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 Grants, $56.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Grants, $5.18.
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 87020 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Grants's providers, 26 Mbps.
Viasat satellite internet
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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 Viasat offers broadband to all households in the 87020 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 87020 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 $69.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Grants, $56.99.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.83 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Grants, $5.18.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in 87020 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Grants's providers, 26 Mbps.
Internet providers in 87020 frequently asked questions
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in the 87020 ZIP code with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 90% of households in 87020. The next fastest internet provider in the 87020 ZIP code is Viasat, offering download speeds up to 150 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Cibola Wireless offers the cheapest internet in the 87020 ZIP with service starting at $49.95/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Grants, $56.99.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
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.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
*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.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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