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Ruidoso, NM internet providers
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| Windstream | $19.99 | 15 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 92% |
| Windstream | $75.00 | 15 - 25 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.271% |
BendBroadband  | - | 100 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 95% |
| BendBroadband | - | 100 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.530% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 5 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Southwestern Wireless | $24.95 | 1 - 5 Mbps | Wireless | 8.328% |
*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 22, 2021.
Need help?Ruidoso internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
7790
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 96.57%
2 providers - 91.29%
3 providers - 0.00%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 97%, broadband coverage in Ruidoso 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 Ruidoso area will have access to cable, which covers 95% of Ruidoso residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 92% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 1.950% of those living in Ruidoso.
There are five internet providers serving the Ruidoso area, and 91.29% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Ruidoso's five internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
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Top high-speed internet providers in Ruidoso
The largest internet providers in Ruidoso are Windstream, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to Ruidoso.
DSL internet from Windstream is available to nearly all Ruidoso residents, covering 92% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Ruidoso’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Ruidoso residents.
Windstream 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Windstream offers broadband to nearly all households in Ruidoso covering 92% of the area.
DSL internet from Windstream uses telephone lines in Ruidoso 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 Ruidoso, $38.73.
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 Ruidoso, $2.28.
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 Ruidoso. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Ruidoso's providers, 40 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Ruidoso covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Ruidoso 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 Ruidoso, $38.73.
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 Ruidoso, $2.28.
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 Ruidoso. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Ruidoso's providers, 40 Mbps.
Viasat satellite internet
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Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Ruidoso covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Ruidoso 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 Ruidoso, $38.73.
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 Ruidoso, $2.28.
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 Ruidoso. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Ruidoso's providers, 40 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Ruidoso?
BendBroadband is the fastest internet provider in Ruidoso with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 95% of households in Ruidoso. The next fastest internet provider in Ruidoso is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 92% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Ruidoso?
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in Ruidoso with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Ruidoso, $38.73.
Is fiber internet available in Ruidoso?
BendBroadband is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Ruidoso, covering 1.530% of the city. Windstream also offers fiber internet in Ruidoso and is available to 0.271% of households.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
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.
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%.
Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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