Who is our top ranked provider in New Orleans LA? [Updated]

New Orleans, Louisiana Broadband Internet Service

There are a total of 5 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of New Orleans, Louisiana and meet the minimum accepted broadband definition of 25 Mbps download speed. Our proprietary ranking calculation takes into account different aspects of useable download speed, upload speed and coverage area. For example, an increase of 100 Mbps download speed from 200 Mbps to 300 Mbps is much more significant for users than an increase from 1000 Mbps to 1100Mpbs. Also, for nearly all users download speed is much more important than upload speed. Our ranked ordering of internet service providers in New Orleans:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Cox	Cable, Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	96.8%
2	AT&T	DSL, Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	23.3%
3	Nola Broadband	DSL, Fiber, wireless	150 Mbps	20 Mbps	94.8%
4	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

New Orleans LA Internet Access Options

When it comes to high speed internet availability, download speeds and overall customer satisfaction, cities with more than a single provider more often than not lead in all of these categories.
Does New Orleans have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in New Orleans compare to Orleans Parish? The average speed in New Orleans is 29.76 Mbps which is faster than Orleans Parish overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the Louisiana average of 24.85 Mbps.

New Orleans Internet Access Facts

The average internet download speed in New Orleans is 29.76 Mbps based upon 1011312 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 93.0% of the New Orleans population
Fiber optic internet is available to 21.9% of New Orleans residents
There are 5 residential internet providers in New Orleans, LA providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in New Orleans is 25.4% faster than the Orleans Parish average and 8.1% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 93.0% of Orleans Parish residents

Internet Access Technologies

DSL, Cable, Fiber and Fixed Wireless are four common types of technology used to provide internet access. The following chart shows the percentage of New Orleans residents who have access to each of these technology types.

Internet Service FAQs

Who has the best internet service near me?

Our proprietary algorithm that takes into consideration download speed, upload speed, availability and overall value ranks Cox as the top provider for New Orleans, Louisiana.

Who has the fastest internet service in New Orleans?

Cox and AT&T with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in New Orleans.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for New Orleans, Louisiana?

The following zip codes were used: 70112, 70113, 70114, 70115, 70116, 70117, 70118, 70119, 70121, 70122, 70123, 70124, 70125, 70126, 70127, 70128, 70129, 70130, 70131, 70139, 70140, 70141, 70142, 70143, 70145, 70146, 70148, 70149, 70150, 70151, 70152, 70153, 70154, 70156, 70157, 70158, 70159, 70160, 70161, 70162, 70163, 70164, 70165, 70166, 70167, 70170, 70172, 70174, 70175, 70176, 70177, 70178, 70179, 70181, 70182, 70183, 70184, 70185, 70186, 70187, 70189, 70190 and 70195

How do the internet speeds in New Orleans compare to other cities in Louisiana?

Click through to see how the New Orleans broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Abita Springs, Ferriday, Mansfield, Minden, Poydras, Prien, White Castle

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there are fiber internet providers in New Orleans - Cox, AT&T and Nola Broadband.

What is DSL internet service?

DSL provides internet service via phone lines but at speeds typically 100x or more than old fashioned dial-up service over those same phone lines. Download speeds are typically slower than cable, but DSL is more likely to be available in a remote location than cable.

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in New Orleans, Louisiana?

Cox provides broadband internet service to 96.8% of New Orleans.

What is cable internet service?

Cable internet service streams data through the same coaxial cables used for cable television. In nearly all instances cable internet will be faster than DSL. Cable internet is available to nearly 90% of Americans but does not have as much coverage in remote areas as DSL.

What download speed do I need to stream movies?

For HD movies and shows Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu all recommend a minimum of 5 Mbps. Streaming 4K/UHD content requires a minimum of 25 Mbps for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu.

New Orleans Cable TV, Satellite TV and Streaming Services

Our ranking of internet service plans can make choosing a new provider fairly easy. Selecting a TV provider is more difficult as additional variables are involved. If you are a heavy TV viewer and/or watch in multiple rooms at the same time, a traditional cable TV package or satellite TV provider may be the best option for you. However, if you live in a rental property or a heavily wooded area, satellite TV may not be a viable option. Streaming TV packages can be a good option for many, especially if your internet plan does not have a data limit. Read through the pros and cons of the various TV packages available to you and chose the best match to your viewing needs.