Who is our top ranked provider in Artesia NM? [Updated]

Best Artesia Internet Service Providers

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 4 choices for service in Artesia, NM that meet this minimum speed threshold. Of course, many households will find this minimum speed is not sufficient for their needs, especially if they often have multiple downloads occurring simultaneously.
We aim to help you find the best choice when shopping for high speed internet service in Artesia by using our ranking algorithm that takes into consideration the upload speed, download speed, coverage area and overall value. A summary of our results is as follows:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	VTX1	Cable, Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	99.9%
2	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
3	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	CenturyLink	DSL, Fiber	100 Mbps	40 Mbps	22.5%

Artesia NM 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 Artesia 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

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Artesia are compared to Eddy County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to New Mexico overall?
Average download speeds in Artesia of 15.2 Mbps are matches the Eddy County average download speeds and slower than the statewide average for New Mexico.

Artesia Internet Access Facts

Cable internet is available to 81.6% of Eddy County residents
Cable internet is available to 99.8% of the Artesia population
Fiber optic internet is available to 27.9% of Eddy County residents
DSL internet is available to 68.5% of Artesia residents
There are 4 residential internet providers in Artesia, NM providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Artesia is 4.6% slower than the average in New Mexico and 53.1% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

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 Artesia 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 VTX1 as the top provider for Artesia, New Mexico.

How do the internet speeds in Artesia compare to other cities in New Mexico?

Click through to see how the Artesia broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Bayard, Carrizozo, Corrales, Farmington, Flora Vista, Las Vegas, Lovington

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 Artesia, New Mexico?

The following zip codes were used: 88210 and 88211

Who has the fastest internet service in Artesia?

VTX1 with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Artesia.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Artesia - CenturyLink.

What is an internet data cap?

Some internet providers on their lowest end plans limit the amount of data that can be downloaded in a month. Like cellular phone plans, when that usage limit is hit, an additional charge is added to the customer's bill. Data caps are typically 1TB or more. In a month you could send 40,000 emails, streaming music 24 hours a data, surf the web 24 hours a day plus stream HD video 12 hours a day and still not hit a 1TB limit. Fewer than 10% of customers hit their data caps in a month.

Artesia 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.