Internet Providers in Plaquemine, LA

Over 106 people in Plaquemine found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

90.68% availability
EarthLink Fiber logo

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

100% Fiber. All the way to your door. $24.95/mo

#2

AT&T

90.68% availability
AT&T logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL / Television / 5G Home Internet
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2629)

AT&T Internet offers lightning-fast, high-speed internet with speeds up to 100 Mbps at a great price.

#3

Cox

85.65% availability
Cox logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / Television
Speed up to:

7 Gbps

User Review:

(2648)

Cox is now part of Spectrum.

#4

Viasat

98.42% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

#5

HughesNet

98.05% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

100 Mbps

User Review:

(2869)

*24-month commitment and early service termination fees apply. Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACH enrollment. Offer may vary by geographic area.

Unlimited Data – With no hard data limits, if you use the data in your plan, speeds will reduce.

#6

Starlink

97% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite
Speed up to:

400 Mbps

User Review:

(2978)

Fast Satellite Internet available almost anywhere on Earth.

Television Only Providers in Plaquemine, LA

#1DIRECTV

  • Entertainment package: 90+ channels streaming or 175+ via satellite, locals included
  • Two ways to watch: satellite service, or streaming over the internet
  • HBO Max, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME, STARZ®, and Cinemax® included free for 3 months
  • On Demand shows and movies, plus unlimited cloud DVR storage on streaming plans
  • Professional installation with satellite, or plug-in self-setup with streaming
Pricing starting at:
$59.99

#2Dish Network

  • DISH is ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power for the third year in a row.
  • 2-Year TV Price Guarantee.
  • Free Google Voice Remote and Smart DVR Included.
  • Record up to 16 shows at once.
  • 80,000 On Demand Titles.
  • FREE Standard Professional Installation from a trusted, local expert.
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

Best Internet Providers in Plaquemine

Plaquemine sits on the west bank of the Mississippi River. Along River Road and the adjacent rail spur, commercial strips and older neighborhoods cluster close together. Fiber service is concentrated in downtown Plaquemine and along River Road, while neighborhoods farther from the river are primarily on cable or rely on fixed wireless and satellite. That history of riverfront commerce and later suburban spread means newer subdivisions get fiber splice points and noticeably better uploads, but the older grid still sees congestion at peak hours and slower performance after heavy storms.

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in most parts of Plaquemine, if it is available at your address. Fiber internet is one of the fastest and most reliable types of internet and is ideal for remote work, streaming, gaming, and busy households with lots of connected devices. In many areas of Plaquemine, you will see speed tiers from 11 Mbps to 7 Gbps, with pricing generally in the $30-$99/mo range.

Cox is a solid choice in Plaquemine, if fiber is not available where you live. Cable internet is widely available in many parts of Plaquemine and can support most households with speeds up to 7 Gbps and plans starting at $30/mo.

Cyberonic offers 5G home internet plans starting at $99/mo, and delivers speeds from 50 Mbps to 11 Mbps, depending on your address and signal strength. 5G internet can be a great alternative in many parts of Plaquemine.


What is the fastest internet provider in Plaquemine?

Cox is the fastest internet provider in Plaquemine, LA, with download speeds up to 7 Gbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps — available to 85.65% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
CoxFiber / Cable / Television7 Gbps20 Mbps85.65%
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps90.68%
AT&TFiber / DSL / Television / 5G Home Internet1 Gbps1 Gbps90.68%
StarlinkSatellite400 Mbps44 Mbps97.00%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps98.42%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps98.05%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Plaquemine?

Cox offers the cheapest internet in Plaquemine starting at $30.00/month with speeds up to 7 Gbps. EarthLink Fiber offers the next lowest price at $39.95/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
Cox$30.00Up to 7 GbpsNo1.28 TB
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
AT&T$55.00Up to 1 GbpsNo1 TB
Starlink$55.00Up to 400 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Plaquemine?

Plaquemine has 3 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Cable

99.86%

Most widely available wired option. Cox covers 85.65%, EATEL Corp. covers 98.74%. Up to 7 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

90.68%

AT&T, max 1 Gbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps), Starlink (400 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most Plaquemine residents.


Plaquemine, LA - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Plaquemine, LA has a total of 8 internet providers including  3 Cable providers, 3 DSL providers and 3 Satellite providers.


Compare Internet Providers in Plaquemine, LA by Coverage Area

All 8 internet providers serving Plaquemine by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 4 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.EATEL Corp.50 Mbps5 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL98.74%
2.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.42%
3.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.05%
4.Starlink400 Mbps44 MbpsSatellite97.00%
5.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber90.68%
6.AT&T1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL / Television / 5G Home Internet90.68%
7.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless90.68%
8.Cox7 Gbps20 MbpsFiber / Cable / Television85.65%

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Plaquemine?

Yes. Plaquemine residents may qualify for free or discounted internet service through the federal Lifeline program, or provider-specific, low-income, affordable internet plans.

Federal Program

Lifeline

An FCC program that provides up to a $9.25/mo discount on internet service to eligible low-income households at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Provider Program

AT&T Access

$30/month for up to 100 Mbps for qualifying households. Access from AT&T includes Wi-Fi & installation; no equipment fees or annual contract.

Provider Program

Cox Communications Connect2Compete

$9.95/mo for up to 100 Mbps for qualifying households. Cox Communications Connect2Compete includes Wi-Fi modem & EasyConnect self-install.


Frequently Asked Questions about Plaquemine

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Plaquemine, LA, based on speed and pricing. It's Fiber internet reaches speeds up to 5 Gbps, and plans start at $39.95. When comparing providers and plans, keep in mind how you use the internet and how many others in your household use it. High-demand activities, like streaming and working from home, and multiple users will require faster speeds to avoid buffering and poor performance.

There are 8 internet providers in Plaquemine, LA. Residents have a variety of service options, including cable, DSL and satellite.

Cox offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $30.00. Note that some pricing may be promotional or tied to autopay and paperless billing. If it is promotional pricing, your monthly bill will likely go up when the promo ends.

Cox has the fastest speeds in Plaquemine, with a top download speed of 7 Gbps. Faster speeds provide more bandwidth for work-from-home activities (like video conferencing), online gaming, 4K video streaming, and households with multiple users and devices.

Yes, fiber internet is available in Plaquemine. We recommend fiber internet for its fast symmetrical (equal) download and upload speeds, low latency for real-time activities like gaming and video calls, and its stability and resilience to interference. Fiber availability varies by address.

Yes. Plaquemine residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. AT&T Access starts at $30/month for up to 100 Mbps. Cox Communications Connect2Compete offers $9.95/mo for up to 100 Mbps. Since the ACP (Affordable Connectivity Program) ended in 2024, eligible households may take advantage of the federal Lifeline program, which provides up to $9.25/month in discounts.

If it's available in Plaquemine, fiber internet is the best internet option for online gaming. Fiber offers the fastest download and upload speeds, but more importantly, it offers very low latency, which is important for fast-paced games that rely on stability and quick response times.

No, 5G home internet is not available in Plaquemine. Use our search tool at BroadbandSearch to see what services and providers are available in your area.

The average download speed in Plaquemine is 47 Mbps. For comparison, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) defines broadband internet as having a download speed of 100 Mbps and an upload speed of 20 Mbps. Go to TestMySpeed and run an internet speed test to see how fast your internet connection is compared to speeds in Plaquemine, LA.

Viasat, HughesNet, Starlink, EarthLink Fiber, and AT&T offer internet in Plaquemine, LA.

  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Starlink: Offers speeds up to 400 Mbps starting at $55.00/mo.
  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • AT&T: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $55.00/mo.


Free wireless internet access points in Plaquemine

Iberville Parish
24605 J. Gerald Berret Blvd.
Plaquemine, LA 70764
(225) 687-2520

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