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Best Internet Providers in Ruston, LA

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Top 8 Internet Service Providers in Ruston, LA

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1. Optimum

55.6% Available
Download speeds up to:
940 Mbps Cable
Prices Starting At 30.00/mo
55.6% Available

2. AT&T

49.8% Available
Download speeds up to:
5 Gbps IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 55.00/mo *
49.8% Available

3. Viasat

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
150 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 119.99/mo
100% Available

4. T-Mobile Home Internet

52.3% Available
Download speeds from:
72 - 245 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
*With AutoPay, taxes and fees included.
52.3% Available

5. EarthLink

25.5% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 39.95/mo
25.5% Available

6. HughesNet

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 49.99/mo
100% Available

7. XNET WiFi

15.3% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 150 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 85.00/mo
15.3% Available

8. Starlink

100% Available
Download speeds from:
50 - 220 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 120.00/mo
100% Available

Best Internet Providers in Ruston

If you're in Ruston, LA, the best internet option you can choose is fiber, thanks to AT&T Fiber. With a lightning-fast maximum download speed of 5 Gbps and prices starting at $55 per month, AT&T Fiber is an outstanding choice for those eligible, though its coverage is limited to 9.9% of the area. Sign up now to experience unparalleled speed and reliability.

If fiber isn't available in your area, Optimum's cable internet service is your next best bet. It covers 55.6% of Ruston, offering speeds up to 940 Mbps at a starting price of $40 per month. Optimum is ideal for households needing a robust connection for streaming, gaming, and remote work.

For wireless internet, consider EarthLink 5G Home Internet. Covering 25.5% of Ruston, it delivers up to 100 Mbps with prices beginning at $39.95 per month, offering a viable alternative for those preferring wireless connections.

Lastly, DSL is another option with AT&T Internet providing this service. Covering 49.8% of the area, it offers speeds up to 25 Mbps for $60 per month, making it a fallback for areas not covered by fiber or cable.

Choose the best plan for your needs and get connected today.

Internet Provider Store Locations in Ruston

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Arcadia, Calhoun, Choudrant, Downsville, Dubach, Eros, Grambling, Hodge, Quitman, Simsboro

Average download speed in Ruston:

50 Mbps

Based on 8,884 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Ruston

  1. Optimum - Most Cable availability
  2. AT&T - Fast download speeds in Ruston, most Fiber availability and most DSL availability
  3. Viasat - Most internet coverage in Ruston
  4. T-Mobile Home Internet - 5g internet up to 245 Mbps
  5. EarthLink - 5g internet up to 100 Mbps
  6. HughesNet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL
  7. XNET WiFi - Fixed wireless up to 150 Mbps
  8. Starlink - Widely available

Fastest Internet Providers in Ruston

How Much Speed Do I Need?

25+ Mbps

  • Web Surfing & Email
  • HD Streaming
  • Supports 1-2 Devices
  • Ideal for 1-2 people

100+ Mbps

  • Ultra HD (4K) Streaming
  • Low Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports 3-5 Devices
  • Ideal for 2-6 people

1 Gig

  • Multi 4K HD Streaming
  • No Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports more than 5 Devices
  • Ideal for 6+ people

An Overview of Internet Providers in Ruston By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
AT&T Fiber 5 Gbps 10%
AT&T IPBB 100 Mbps 50%
Optimum Cable 940 Mbps 56%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps 15%
SkyRider Communications Fixed Wireless 50 Mbps 2%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 245 Mbps 52%
Verizon 5G Internet 300 Mbps 5%
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps 26%
Brightspeed DSL 60 Mbps 2%
XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 225 Mbps 15%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 100 Mbps 52%
AT&T IPBB 25 Mbps 50%
Optimum Cable 940 Mbps 56%
AT&T Fiber 5 Gbps 10%
SkyRider Communications Fixed Wireless 50 Mbps 2%
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps 15%
Brightspeed DSL 60 Mbps 2%

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Internet Availability by Connection Type in Ruston

Internet service providers in Ruston use different methods for connecting their customers to the web. Connection types matter, so choose wisely. Fiber is generally the fastest and most reliable option, followed by cable, DSL and 5G home internet.

Fiber - 70%
Cable - 16%
DSL - 16%

What is Mbps?

Mbps is the abbreviation for megabits per second, and it also appears written as Mbits/sec. Internet providers use megabits per second to measure speeds. Broadband speeds are 25 Mbps or faster. Learn more about Mbps.

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Free Wireless Internet Access in Ruston, LA

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Ruston, LA 71270

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