Internet Providers in Albuquerque, NM

Over 8,331 people in Albuquerque found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

94.61% availability
EarthLink Fiber logo

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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Limited-Time Fibermaxx Offer: Lock in Fiber 1 Gig for $39.95/mo

#2

Windstream

0.01% availability
Windstream logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / DSL / Phone
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2717)

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Windstream offers two great high-speed Internet plans that will support all of your online activities.

#3

Earthlink 5G Home Internet

86.1% availability
Earthlink 5G Home Internet logo

Connection Types:

Fixed Wireless / Mobile
Speed up to:

425 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

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No credit checks - No contracts

#4

Xfinity

87.77% availability

Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2645)

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Comcast customers get access to millions of WiFi hotspots nationwide!

#5

CenturyLink

77.97% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

140 Mbps

User Review:

(2639)

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Unlimited, Uncomplicated, Unbundled

#6

Viasat

2.52% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#7

Cable One

Connection Types:

Cable / Television
Speed up to:

200 Mbps

User Review:

(2636)

Enjoy fast internet speeds up to 100 Mbps without the pressure of a contract.

#8

HughesNet

1.74% 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.

Television Only Providers in Albuquerque, NM

#1Dish 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

#2DIRECTV

  • Best entertainement options for any sports fan over Cable TV, including NFL Sunday Ticket!
  • Includes local channels
  • HBO, Showtime, Starz, Cinemax free for first 3 months
  • Free upgrade to Genie HD-DVR
  • Free professional installation in up to 4 rooms
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

Best Internet Providers in Albuquerque

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in most parts of Albuquerque, 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 Albuquerque, you will see speed tiers from 2 Mbps to 5 Gbps, with pricing generally in the $39.95-$99/mo range.

Windstream is a solid choice in Albuquerque, if fiber is not available where you live. Cable internet is widely available in many parts of Albuquerque and can support most households with speeds up to 2 Gbps and plans starting at $39.99/mo.

Earthlink 5G Home Internet offers 5G home internet plans starting at $39.95/mo, and delivers speeds from 2 Mbps to 450 Mbps, depending on your address and signal strength. 5G internet can be a great alternative in many parts of Albuquerque.

What is the fastest internet provider in Albuquerque?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Albuquerque, NM, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 94.61% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps94.61%
WindstreamFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps0.01%
XfinityCable / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps87.77%
Earthlink 5G Home InternetFixed Wireless / Mobile425 Mbps15 Mbps86.10%
Cable OneCable / Television200 Mbps10 Mbps0.00%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps2.52%
CenturyLinkFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone140 Mbps140 Mbps77.97%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps1.74%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Albuquerque?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Albuquerque starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 5 Gbps. Earthlink 5G Home Internet offers the next lowest price at $39.95/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Windstream$39.99Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Xfinity$50.00+Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Earthlink 5G Home Internet$39.95Up to 425 MbpsNoUnlimited
Cable One$50.00Up to 200 MbpsNo5 TB
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
CenturyLink$50.00Up to 140 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Albuquerque?

Albuquerque has 5 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

12.86%

Fastest, most reliable. Symmetrical speeds. EarthLink Fiber is the best available for gaming and WFH.

Cable

58.48%

Most widely available wired option. Windstream covers 0.01%, Xfinity covers 87.77%. Up to 2 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

77.91%

Windstream, max 2 Gbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

5G Wireless

100.00%

No contracts or data caps. Earthlink 5G Home Internet leads at 86.10%. Typical 15 Mbps - 450 Mbps. Great for renters and budget-conscious users.

Satellite

100.00%

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

Albuquerque, NM - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Albuquerque, NM has a total of 23 internet providers including  11 Fiber providers, 4 Cable providers, 12 DSL providers, 14 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Albuquerque, NM by Coverage Area

All 23 internet providers serving Albuquerque by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 12 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Cibola Wireless50 Mbps5 MbpsFixed Wireless100.00%
2.Transworld Network Corp10 Mbps5 MbpsFixed Wireless97.61%
3.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber94.61%
4.Xfinity1 Gbps1 GbpsCable / Television / Phone87.77%
5.Earthlink 5G Home Internet425 Mbps15 MbpsFixed Wireless / Mobile86.10%
6.CenturyLink140 Mbps140 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone77.97%
7.Lobo Internet10 Mbps10 MbpsDSL / Fixed Wireless5.35%
8.Global Capacity6 Mbps~DSL4.58%
9.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone2.52%
10.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone1.74%
11.Roadrunner Wireless20 Mbps20 MbpsFixed Wireless1.57%
12.Plateau Wireless6 Mbps1 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.12%
13.Cyber Mesa Computer Systems7 Mbps3 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.11%
14.WNM Communications6 Mbps4 MbpsDSL0.10%
15.Windstream2 Gbps2 GbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone0.01%
16.Blackfoot Telephone Cooperative2 Mbps2 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.01%
17.Tularosa Basin Telephone Company100 Mbps100 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.01%
18.Leaco2 Mbps~Fiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.01%
19.Cable One200 Mbps10 MbpsCable / Television~
20.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless~
21.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~
22.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
23.Zayo Group~~Fiber / Fixed Wireless~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Albuquerque?

Yes. Albuquerque 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

Xfinity Internet Essentials

$14.95/month for up to 75 Mbps for qualifying households. Xfinity Internet Essentials includes xFi Gateway (modem + Wi-Fi) and discounted PCs.

Provider Program

Windstream by Kinetic Income Assist

$20/mo for 200 Mbps fiber for qualifying households. Windstream Kinetic Income Assist has no data caps and includes a modem.

Frequently Asked Questions about Albuquerque

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Albuquerque, NM, 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 23 internet providers in Albuquerque, NM. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite.

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $39.95. 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.

EarthLink Fiber has the fastest speeds in Albuquerque, with a top download speed of 5 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 Albuquerque. 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. Albuquerque residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Xfinity Internet Essentials offers up to 75 Mbps for $14.95/month. Windstream by Kinetic Income Assist provides up to 200 Mbps fiber for $20/mo. 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 Albuquerque, 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.

Yes, 5G home internet is available in Albuquerque. 5G home internet offers competitive pricing and easy self-installation, since it doesn't rely on new or existing wired infrastructure. Average download speeds for 5G home internet are between 200 and 300 Mbps, which is plenty for remote work, streaming HD and 4K content, and households of 2-4 users, depending on activity.

The average download speed in Albuquerque is 50 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 Albuquerque, NM.

EarthLink Fiber, Xfinity, Earthlink 5G Home Internet, CenturyLink, and Viasat offer internet in Albuquerque, NM.

  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • Xfinity: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $50.00+/mo.
  • Earthlink 5G Home Internet: Offers speeds up to 425 Mbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • CenturyLink: Offers speeds up to 140 Mbps starting at $50.00/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Albuquerque

Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Library System
501 Copper Ave. Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 768-5100

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