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Internet providers in Laredo, TX
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Laredo, TX internet providers
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| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 67% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Smartcom Telephone | - | - | Fiber-optic | 6.165% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Autophone of Laredo | - | - | Wireless | 84% |
*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?Laredo internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Laredo is comparable to the rest of Texas - 91%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Laredo area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Laredo residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 67% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 6.650% of those living in Laredo.
There are six internet providers serving the Laredo area, and 69.61% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Laredo's six internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Laredo
The largest internet providers in Laredo are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Laredo.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most Laredo residents, covering 67% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Laredo’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Laredo residents.
AT&T 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 AT&T offers broadband to most households in Laredo covering 67% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Laredo 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 AT&T start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Laredo, $46.25.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Laredo, $0.75.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Laredo. These download speeds are available to 67% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Laredo's providers, 41 Mbps.
Spectrum 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Laredo covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Laredo residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Laredo, $46.25.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Laredo, $0.75.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Laredo. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Laredo's providers, 41 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 Laredo covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Laredo 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 Laredo, $46.25.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Laredo, $0.75.
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 Laredo. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Laredo's providers, 41 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Laredo?
Smartcom Telephone is the fastest internet provider in Laredo with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 6.165% of households in Laredo. The next fastest internet provider in Laredo is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Laredo?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Laredo with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Laredo, $46.25.
Is fiber internet available in Laredo?
Smartcom Telephone is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Laredo, covering 6.165% of the city.
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%.
What’s the best internet deal in my area?
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
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.
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