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

Vinton, LA High Speed Internet Service

There are a total of 3 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of Vinton, 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 Vinton:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Vyve Broadband Investments	Cable	1000 Mbps	15 Mbps	99.5%
2	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
3	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Vinton LA Internet Access Options

Studies have shown that the competition from having two or more broadband internet providers in a community leads to lower prices and better overall service.
The chart below graphs the segment of the population which has a choice of internet providers at four different ranges of download speeds.

Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Vinton compare to Calcasieu Parish? The average speed in Vinton is 22.02 Mbps which is faster than Calcasieu Parish overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the Louisiana average of 24.85 Mbps.

Vinton Internet Access Facts

The average internet download speed in Vinton is 22.02 Mbps based upon 1216 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 92.0% of Calcasieu Parish residents
Cable internet is available to 99.1% of the Vinton population
Fiber optic internet is available to 30.7% of Calcasieu Parish residents
DSL internet is available to 51.1% of Vinton residents
There are 3 residential internet providers in Vinton, LA providing service to at least 15% of the city

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 Vinton 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 Vyve Broadband Investments as the top provider for Vinton, Louisiana.

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

Click through to see how the Vinton broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Dulac, French Settlement, Lakeshore, Morgan City, Oil City, Sunset, Westminster

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 is Mbps?

Mbps is an abbreviation for Megabits Per Second and represents the rate of data transmission. A larger value for download Mbps or upload Mbps means a file will take less time to be sent than it will with an internet connection with a lower Mbps.

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.

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

The following zip codes were used: 70668

Who has the fastest internet service in Vinton?

Vyve Broadband Investments with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Vinton.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Unlikely. Our records indicate there are no DSL providers that offer coverage to more than 15% of residents in Vinton, Louisiana.

Vinton 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.