Internet providers in Alexandria, LA

Internet in Alexandria

Moving towns or switching internet providers can be confusing and stressful. Comparing internet providers against the averages in the Alexandria area can help you choose the right internet and get back to your life.

Alexandria Residential Internet Coverage

Alexandria, currently one of the largest cities in all of Louisiana, is a major residential and commercial hub for the state. As a result, the demand for high speed internet is extremely high in this city. People often rely on the internet for job opportunities, education, or entertainment. Thanks to the variety of internet service providers that serve this region, 96% of Alexandria has access to at least one major internet service provider.

One of the main options in this city is Suddenlink Communications. Through this company, cable internet is available in 96% of Alexandria. Plans vary in speed and price.

Another possibility in Alexandria is DSL. The primary DSL provider in Alexandria is AT&T, which reaches 92% of Alexandria with its expansive network.

One of the more affordable options in Alexandria is HughesNet. HughesNet boasts a large satellite network that reaches most of the city, including many outlying areas.

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Average download speed
209.76 Mbps

Average upload speed
69.28 Mbps

Average latency (ping)
22.09 ms

Average jitter
7.63 ms

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What is the best internet provider in Alexandria?

Optimum - Highly reliable
AT&T - Great value
Verizon Home Internet - Fast upload and download speeds
Hughesnet - Perfect for rural areas

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Summary of Alexandria internet providers

Provider	Type	Download speeds up to	User rating	Order online
Optimum	Cable	940 Mbps	3.5/5	View Plans for Optimum
AT&T	Fiber	5000 Mbps	3.5/5	View Plans for AT&T
T-Mobile Home Internet	5G Home	245 Mbps	4.0/5	View Plans for T-Mobile Home Internet
Verizon Home Internet	5G Home	300 Mbps	4/5	View Plans for Verizon Home Internet
Hughesnet	Satellite	100 Mbps	3/5	View Plans for Hughesnet
Starlink	Satellite	220 Mbps	4.0/5	View Plans for Starlink
Easy Internet Now	Fiber	5000 Mbps	4.5/5
Telephone Electronics Corporation	DSL & Fiber	1000 Mbps	N/A	View Plans for Telephone Electronics Corporation
Vexus Fiber	Fiber	1000 Mbps	4.0/5	View Plans for Vexus Fiber