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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 95% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Cibola Wireless 
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$49.95 | 3 - 50 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| TRANSWORLD NETWORK CORP | - | - | Wireless | 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 14, 2023.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.70%
2 providers - 95.27%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 95%, broadband coverage in the 87042 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 87042 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 95% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 17% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Peralta, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the 87042 area, and 95.27% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 87042, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 87042 ZIP code are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all in the 87042 ZIP code, covering 95% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 100% of the area. Peralta’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 87042 ZIP code.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 87042 ZIP code, covering 95% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 87042 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 Peralta, $52.98.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Peralta, $2.65.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 25 Mbps in 87042 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Peralta's providers, 86 Mbps.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to all households in the 87042 ZIP code, covering 100% 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Peralta, $52.98.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Peralta, $2.65.
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 87042 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Peralta's providers, 86 Mbps.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 87042 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 87042 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Peralta, $52.98.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Peralta, $2.65.
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 87042 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Peralta's providers, 86 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 87042 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 95% of households in 87042. The next fastest internet provider in the 87042 ZIP code is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 87042 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Peralta, $52.98.
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.
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.
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.
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
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