Internet providers in Louisiana
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Best internet providers in Louisiana
SPECTRUM: Limited time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum services within past 30 days) and in good standing with Spectrum. Taxes and fees extra in select states. SPECTRUM INTERNET ADVANTAGE: Offer based on eligibility requirements. Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. ©2025 Charter Communications, all rights reserved. Updated as of 08/19/25.
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Whether you’re new to Louisiana or thinking about switching up your internet service, know you have options. Although internet service in Louisiana ranks extremely low on a scale of connectivity — 49th place out of 50 — it’s not a total loss when shopping for service providers and connections. To start, you can search for service providers in your area, but we’ll also help you decide which service is best for you.
Louisiana offers a selection of DSL, cable, satellite and even fiber internet service plans, though the coveted speeds of fiber are hard to find in this state, unless you live in a city. Ahead, we’ll break down Louisiana’s fastest internet options, cheapest internet options and a selection of what each provider might cost you.
Louisiana residents have a number of providers to choose from, and you can find a more tailored guide by clicking your location in the following list.
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Internet in Louisiana
- New Orleans boasts the fastest internet in Louisiana, with an average download speed of 227.90 Mbps
- AT&T Fiber has the fastest internet in Louisiana, with speeds up to 4,700 Mbps
The most widely available internet providers in Louisiana are satellite providers Hughesnet, Viasat and Starlink, which are available to 100% of the state. T-Mobile is the most widely available non-satellite internet provider, serviceable to 88% of Louisiana.
The fastest provider in the state is AT&T Fiber, which offers fiber speeds ranging from 300 to 4,700 Mbps. New Orleans is the most populated city in Louisiana and, according to Ookla, its median download speed is 262.49 Mbps.
Louisiana internet provider comparison
Compare the top Louisiana internet providers by price, speed and availability. Call now for information about specific plans and promotions going on in your area.
Provider | Starting price* | Download speed range | Internet type | Availability |
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![]() | $50.00/mo. | 300 – 2,000 Mbps | Cable/fiber | 42% |
![]() | $40.00/mo. | 300 – 1,200 Mbps | Cable | 10% |
![]() | $55.00/mo. | 300 – 4,700 Mbps | Fiber | 54% |
![]() | $30.00/mo.** | 100 – 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 11% |
![]() | $40.00/mo. | 300 – 8,000 Mbps | Cable, fiber | 12% |
![]() | $35.00/mo. with mobile plan | 87 – 415 Mbps | 5G | 88% |
![]() | $35.00/mo.*** with mobile plan | 85 – 1,000 Mbps | 5G | 14% |
*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. Updated as of 08/19/25.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum services within past 30 days) and in good standing with Spectrum. Taxes and fees extra in select states. SPECTRUM INTERNET ADVANTAGE: Offer based on eligibility requirements. Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. ©2025 Charter Communications, all rights reserved.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum services within past 30 days) and in good standing with Spectrum. Taxes and fees extra in select states. SPECTRUM INTERNET: Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Capable modem required for all Gig speeds. For a list of capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. ©2025 Charter Communications, all rights reserved.
***Price guarantee for 3-5 years, depending on internet plan, for new and existing myHome customers. 5G Home plan at $35/mo., 5G Home Plus plan at $45/mo. Or 5G Home Ultimate plan at $60/mo. when combined with postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband. Auto Pay & paper-free billing req’d. Mobile + Home Discount: $15/mo savings on Verizon Home Internet plans when combined with any Verizon postpaid mobile phone plan (excludes business and data-only plans). Availability varies. Subject to credit approval. © 2025 Verizon.
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Internet availability in Louisiana
Internet access in Louisiana varies between urban and rural areas. Only about 47% of Louisianans can access gig speeds, and most fiber and cable technology is only available in urban areas such as New Orleans or Baton Rouge.
Top providers in Louisiana include T-Mobile, AT&T, Cox and Verizon, but satellite internet is the only type of internet connection available to most of the state and the rural areas that lack cable and fiber access.
Most widely available internet in Louisiana
The most widely available internet in Louisiana is satellite from providers like Starlink, Hughesnet and Viasat. Many areas throughout the state lack cable and fiber access, so satellite is often the only choice for residents in these areas.
Aside from satellite, T-Mobile’s 5G internet is available to about 62% of the state, but the best service is available through AT&T’s fiber plans, which are available to about 56% of Louisiana.
Quality of internet access in Louisiana
Nearly all areas of Louisana have access to the minimum recommended broadband speed, with less than half of the state able to access gigabit speeds:
- Residents with broadband access (speeds at or over 100/20 Mbps): 100%
- Residents with access to gigabit speeds (at or over 1,000/100 Mbps): 39%
- Median download speed in Louisana: 262.49 Mbps
Sources: FCC coverage maps and data, Ookla, internal speed test results and provider websites.
Fastest internet in Louisiana
According to Ookla Speedtest data, the median download speed in Louisiana is about 270 Mbps. This is enough speed for a small household’s internet activities, but if you want the fastest internet in Louisiana, check out AT&T Fiber plans if they’re available where you live.
AT&T offers symmetrical fiber speeds ranging from 300 to 5,000 Mbps and will provide the most reliable and available fast option in the state. Aside from AT&T, Optimum also offers fiber options up to 8,000 Mbps, but only in a few cities like Alexandria and Shreveport. Cox and Xfinity also offer cable/fiber hybrid speeds up to 1 gig and higher, but both have limited availability.
- Optimum: Fiber network with speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
- AT&T: Fiber network with speeds up to 4,700 Mbps*
- Cox: Cable/fiber hybrid network with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
- Xfinity: Cable network with speeds up to 1,200 Mbps
*Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds may vary. For 5GIG, single device wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps. For more info, go to www.att.com/speed101. Updated as of 08/19/25.
Cheapest internet in Louisiana
Cheap internet in Louisiana starts at $35.00/mo. with T-Mobile and Verizon 5G (when paired with a mobile plan), but Optimum and Xfinity both offer internet starting at $40.00/mo. for mid-tier speeds, although availability is limited.
AT&T Fiber plans start at $55.00/mo. for 300 Mbps*, but they provide more value than other connection types due to AT&T’s reliable and fast fiber technology. If you qualify, you can sign up for a low-income plan like Xfinity’s Internet Essentials, Spectrum Internet Assist, Verizon Forward or Access from AT&T, but only if the provider is available where you live.
Check your ZIP code to find providers available near you before you start shopping for cheap internet.
- Optimum: $40.00/mo.** for up to 300 Mbps
- Xfinity: $40.00/mo.** for up to 300 Mbps
- T-Mobile: $35.00/mo.** for 87 to 318 Mbps with a qualifying mobile plan
- Verizon 5G: $35.00/mo.*** for 85 to 300 Mbps with a qualifying mobile plan
*Price after $10/mo discount with eligible Autopay & Paperless bill (w/in 2 bills). Monthly State Cost Recovery Charge in TX, OH, NV applies. One time install chrg may apply. Ltd. avail/areas. Updated as of 08/19/25.
**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.
***Price guarantee for 3-5 years, depending on internet plan, for new and existing myHome customers. 5G Home plan at $35/mo., 5G Home Plus plan at $45/mo. Or 5G Home Ultimate plan at $60/mo. when combined with postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband. Auto Pay & paper-free billing req’d. Mobile + Home Discount: $15/mo savings on Verizon Home Internet plans when combined with any Verizon postpaid mobile phone plan (excludes business and data-only plans). Availability varies. Subject to credit approval. © 2025 Verizon.
Louisana internet customer reviews
I’ve only had Xfinity for a few months on my service. I get from them is fantastic. I have had no interruptions and my speed is always there. I have no problems with it. It works great!
5/5
They shipped 1st router to wrong city, sent me another one, and charged me for both. I spent hours over many days/weeks with customer service, was even hung up on by a supervisor?
2/5
5/5
Louisiana internet FAQs
Which is the best internet provider in Louisiana?
AT&T Fiber provides the fastest and most reliable internet service through its fiber optic network in Louisiana. Optimum Fiber also has limited availability.
What is the fastest internet provider in Louisiana?
Optimum Fiber is the fastest provider in Louisiana, with speeds up to 8,000 Mbps in select areas.
What is the cheapest internet provider in Louisiana?
Verizon 5G and T-Mobile are the cheapest providers in Louisiana, although you must bundle with a mobile plan to get the best rate. Optimum and Xfinity offer cheap cable plans below $50.00/mo.
Is fiber internet available in Louisiana?
Yes, fiber internet is available in Louisiana through providers like AT&T and Optimum.
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