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Overview of internet satisfaction and availability in New Mexico
Xfinity, CenturyLink, and T-Mobile are the primary internet providers in New Mexico, all of which are available in most of the state’s highly-populated areas. Out of the three, T-Mobile received the highest ratings in our 2023 customer satisfaction survey, likely due to its mix of affordability and convenience as a completely wireless internet service.
Xfinity’s cable internet service is often the most practical choice for your average household. Rated the best for speed in our customer satisfaction survey, Xfinity connections reach up to 1,200Mbps in New Mexico. But the service also has excellent variety, making it easy to find something that fits your needs and budget.
CenturyLink offers fiber and DSL internet in New Mexico. If you can get a fiber connection, this may be the best option, as fiber internet is the best quality connection you can get.
Internet providers received an average satisfaction rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars from customers in New Mexico.
That ranks New Mexico 31st nationwide for internet customer satisfaction.
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3.7/5 average customer satisfaction rating
31st
national ranking for customer satisfaction
$68.46 average price per payment for internet, per household
88.5% of the time, advertised speeds meet household needs
3.8/5 average customer service rating of internet services
3.7/5 average reliability rating of services state-wide
Population:
2,109,093 people
2.52 average people per household
$40,927 average income per household
45 average age per household
44% of population employed
13% lower than national average
Ranked 50th nationally
17% lower than national average
Ranked 47th nationally
14% higher than national average
Ranked 17th nationally
20% lower than national average
Ranked 50th nationally
Fastest internet providers in New Mexico
| Provider | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Availability | Order online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XFINITY | 187.79 Mbps | 15.77 Mbps | 95.78% | View Plans for Xfinity |
| Plateau | 143.18 Mbps | 124.77 Mbps | 47.26% | View Plans for Plateau |
| Spectrum | 133.9 Mbps | 28.98 Mbps | 93.9% | View Plans for Spectrum |
| Yucca Telecom | 118.32 Mbps | 99.77 Mbps | 94.38% | View Plans for Yucca Telecom |
| TDS Telecom | 111.53 Mbps | 21.06 Mbps | 71.01% | View Plans for TDS Telecom |
Internet by tech type
| Internet tech type | Avg download speed | % of people with access | % availability | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Home | 245 Mbps | 83.04% | 70.11% | See all providers for 5G Home |
| Cable | 1128.63 Mbps | 84.03% | 89.68% | See all providers for Cable |
| DSL | 275.66 Mbps | 79.73% | 79.7% | See all providers for DSL |
| Fiber | 476.59 Mbps | 63.84% | 61.98% | See all providers for Fiber |
| Fixed Wireless | 35.05 Mbps | 91.19% | 67.36% | See all providers for Fixed Wireless |
| LTE Home | 150 Mbps | 0.97% | 98% | See all providers for LTE Home |
| Satellite | 100 Mbps | 99.6% | 100% | See all providers for Satellite |
Best cities for internet in New Mexico
Cities in New Mexico with the fastest internet
| City | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Fiber availability | Fastest provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bernalillo | 208.67 Mbps | 16.67 Mbps | 19% | XFINITY |
| Farmington | 203.29 Mbps | 20.87 Mbps | 67% | XFINITY |
| Los Lunas | 189.2 Mbps | 27.77 Mbps | 10% | Plateau |
| Clovis | 168.67 Mbps | 97.53 Mbps | 12% | Plateau |
| Las Cruces | 159.05 Mbps | 23.53 Mbps | 98% | XFINITY |
| Hobbs | 131.85 Mbps | 109.22 Mbps | 85% | Windstream |
| Roswell | 125.54 Mbps | 69.66 Mbps | 17% | Plateau |
| Alamogordo | 124.25 Mbps | 20.98 Mbps | 71% | TDS Telecom |
Bernalillo is the best city in New Mexico for internet, shooting to the top of the list thanks to a combination of record-setting average download speeds, wide fiber-optic internet availability, and the presence of a reliable and well-rated internet provider. Farmington and Los Lunas also earn top rankings, according to our data.
The most connected cities in New Mexico
| City | Population | Percent with access to high speed internet | Percent with access to fiber internet | Percent with access to 3+ providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | 655,457 | 100% | 85% | 100% |
| Santa Fe | 128,492 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Las Cruces | 148,646 | 100% | 47% | 100% |
| Rio Rancho | 98,824 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Farmington | 57,185 | 100% | 48% | 100% |
| Ruidoso | 8,546 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| South Valley | 41,143 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| North Valley | 11,148 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Albuquerque is the most internet-connected city in New Mexico. Albuquerque makes it to the top of the list due to the high number of its residents who have access not only to high-speed internet, but also to fiber internet specifically. A large number of Albuquerque's residents also have access to three or more internet providers—an uncommon number of options compared to the rest of the state. Santa Fe and Las Cruces also make it to the top of our list.
Top cities in New Mexico
Albuquerque
Population: 655,457
Median income: $57,519
87.95 Mbps
avg. download speed
18.16 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
84.81% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Las Cruces
Population: 148,646
Median income: $53,874
159.05 Mbps
avg. download speed
23.53 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
46.9% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Santa Fe
Population: 128,492
Median income: $69,717
110.89 Mbps
avg. download speed
17.59 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Methodology
HighSpeedInternet.com relies on proprietary and exclusive data to analyze the customer and provider trends presented on this page. We analyze millions of results from our speed test tool to determine average statewide speeds, fastest speeds, and availability. Our annual customer satisfaction survey provides us with data for developing the satisfaction rating. We also draw from data provided to us directly by internet providers to determine available tech types and average speeds.
New Mexico FAQs
Which is the best internet provider in New Mexico?
Out of New Mexico’s primary ISPs, T-Mobile received the highest overall ratings in the annual customer satisfaction survey. T-Mobile singular 5G Home Internet plan provides an affordable and no-nonsense path to adequate internet service. It’s $50 per month, packs decent speeds with unlimited data, and doesn’t have a lot of extra fees.
Which is the fastest internet provider in New Hampshire?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in New Mexico, with speeds up to 1,200Mbps.
What is the cheapest Wi-Fi in New Hampshire?
Xfinity has the cheapest internet plans in New Mexico, with prices starting at $19.99 per month.
