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Internet providers in 88201
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| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 63% |
| Sparklight | $30 | 15 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 91% |
| ENMR Telephone Cooperative, Inc. | - | - | Fiber-optic | 1.756% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 5 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Penasco Valley Telephone Cooperative, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 98% |
| ENMR Telephone Cooperative, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 70% |
| Southwestern Wireless | $24.95 | 1 - 5 Mbps | Wireless | 44% |
*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?88201 internet service at a glance
At 93%, broadband coverage in the 88201 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of New Mexico - 84%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 88201 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 91% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 90% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 1.760% of those living in the 88201 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 88201 area, and 87.48% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 88201, prices start at $24.95 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 88201
The largest internet providers serving the 88201 ZIP code are CenturyLink, Sparklight, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to most in the 88201 ZIP code, covering 63% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Sparklight, which covers 91% of the area. Roswell’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 88201 ZIP code.
CenturyLink DSL internet
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DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in the 88201 ZIP code, covering 63% 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 Roswell, $41.99.
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 Roswell, $3.23.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 88201 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 63% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Roswell's providers, 227 Mbps.
Sparklight 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 Sparklight offers broadband to nearly all households in the 88201 ZIP code, covering 91% of the area.
Sparklight’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 88201 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Sparklight start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Roswell, $41.99.
Sparklight 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 Roswell, $3.23.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Sparklight offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in 88201 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Roswell's providers, 227 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 88201 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 88201 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 Roswell, $41.99.
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 Roswell, $3.23.
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 88201 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Roswell's providers, 227 Mbps.
Internet providers in 88201 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 88201?
Sparklight is the fastest internet provider in the 88201 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 91% of households in 88201. The next fastest internet provider in the 88201 ZIP code is ENMR Telephone Cooperative, Inc., offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 1.756% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 88201?
Southwestern Wireless offers the cheapest internet in the 88201 ZIP with service starting at $24.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Roswell, $41.99.
Is fiber internet available in 88201?
ENMR Telephone Cooperative, Inc. is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 88201 ZIP code, covering 1.756% of the city.
What internet speeds do I get?
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.
How do I change internet providers?
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.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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