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Best Internet Providers in Carlsbad, NM

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Top 10 Internet Service Providers in Carlsbad, NM

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1. Windstream

62.7% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps DSL, Fiber
Prices Starting At 24.99/mo
62.7% Available

2. Viasat

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
12 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 69.99/mo
100% Available

3. EarthLink

10.3% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 39.95/mo
10.3% Available

4. HughesNet

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

5. Plateau

94.2% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps Fixed Wireless, Fiber
Prices Starting At 34.95/mo
94.2% Available

6. PVT

39.8% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps Fixed Wireless, Fiber, DSL
Prices Starting At 46.99/mo
39.8% Available

7. BendBroadband

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps Cable
Prices Starting At 39.95/mo *
*A $2.99/mo. Cost Recovery Fee also applies.
100% Available

8. Starlink

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

9. Verizon

26.7% Available
Download speeds up to:
50 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo
26.7% Available

10. Always ON

10.3% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 150 Mbps Fixed Wireless
10.3% Available

Best Internet Providers in Carlsbad

When shopping for the best internet in Carlsbad, NM, your first choice should be fiber internet for its speed and reliability. Kinetic by Windstream offers impressive fiber coverage in Carlsbad, reaching 59.9% of the city, including neighborhoods near the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park. With maximum download speeds hitting 1 Gbps and starting prices as low as $24.99 per month, it's a great option for those who need fast and stable internet for streaming or working from home. PVT Networks and TDS Telecom also provide fiber options, though their coverage in Carlsbad is more limited.

For those who find cable internet more suitable, TDS Telecom is a strong contender, with 87.2% coverage across Carlsbad. This includes areas around Lake Carlsbad Beach Park, where families might appreciate the 1 Gbps max download speeds for multiple devices at home.

Carlsbad residents can also explore wireless options like 5G home internet. EarthLink 5G Home Internet offers coverage in 10.3% of the city, with plans starting at $39.95 per month and speeds up to 100 Mbps. Verizon also provides 5G internet with a slightly broader reach of 26.6% coverage.

Lastly, if you're leaning towards DSL, Kinetic by Windstream is the primary provider in the area, with coverage of 62.7%. They provide speeds up to 50 Mbps, with plans starting at $40 per month, making it a viable option for those not covered by fiber or cable.

Depending on where you live in Carlsbad, near Lake Carlsbad Golf Course or downtown by the Caverns, these options give you plenty to consider for your internet needs.

Internet Provider Store Locations in Carlsbad

Compare Internet Providers in Nearby Cities:

Artesia, Hope, Lake Arthur, Lakewood, Loco Hills, Loving, Malaga, Maljamar, Orla, Whites City

Average download speed in Carlsbad:

80 Mbps

Based on 4,393 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Carlsbad

  1. Windstream - Fast download speeds in Carlsbad, most Fiber availability and most DSL availability
  2. Viasat - Most internet coverage in Carlsbad
  3. EarthLink - 5g internet up to 100 Mbps
  4. HughesNet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL
  5. Plateau - Fast speeds
  6. PVT - Fast downloading
  7. BendBroadband - Fast, widely available and most Cable availability
  8. Starlink - Coverage
  9. Verizon - 5g internet up to 50 Mbps
  10. Always ON - Fixed wireless up to 150 Mbps

Fastest Internet Providers in Carlsbad

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 Carlsbad By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
Plateau Fixed Wireless 10 Mbps 94%
PVT Fiber 1 Gbps 4%
PVT Fixed Wireless 15 Mbps 40%
Windstream Fiber 2 Gbps 60%
Windstream DSL 100 Mbps 63%
BendBroadband Cable 1 Gbps 100%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
Verizon 5G Internet 300 Mbps 27%
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps 10%
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 10%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
BendBroadband Cable 1 Gbps 100%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 12 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
Windstream DSL 50 Mbps 63%
Windstream Fiber 1 Gbps 60%
PVT Fixed Wireless 10 Mbps 40%
PVT Fiber 1 Gbps 4%
Plateau Fiber 1 Gbps 1%
Dell Telephone Cooperative Fixed Wireless 10 Mbps 1%
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps 27%

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Internet Availability by Connection Type in Carlsbad

Internet service providers in Carlsbad 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 - 89%
Cable - 66%
DSL - 66%

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 Carlsbad, NM

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1313 Gilchrist
Artesia, NM 88220
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101 N Halagueno St
Carlsbad, NM 88221
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1306 W Stevens St
Carlsbad, NM 88220
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323 S Halagueno
Carlsbad, NM 88220
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406 N. Guadalupe, Suite C
Carlsbad, NM 88220
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3604 San Jose Blvd.
Carlsbad, NM 88220
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3607 National Parks Hwy
Carlsbad, NM 88220
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602 N Canal
Carlsbad, NM 88220
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1500 University Drive
Carlsbad, NM 88220
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1304 West Stevens
Carlsbad, NM 88220

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