Ranchos de Taos, NM High Speed Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 5 choices for service in Ranchos de Taos, 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 Ranchos de Taos 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
1CenturyLinkDSL, Fiber940 Mbps940 Mbps80.3%
2XfinityCable50 Mbps5 Mbps90.5%
3Kit Carson ElectricFiber, wireless250 Mbps250 Mbps46.2%
4ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
5HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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Ranchos de Taos 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 Ranchos de Taos have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

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Broadband Internet Speeds

For most users, the average download speed of their internet service is more important than their upload speed. However, upload speed plays at least some role for all users.
Average upload speeds in Ranchos de Taos of 4.47 Mbps are faster than the Taos County upload speeds and faster than the statewide average for New Mexico.

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Ranchos de Taos Internet Access Facts

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 16.0% of Ranchos de Taos residents

  • The average internet download speed in Taos County is 13.22 Mbps based upon 71288 samples taken in the past year

  • The average upload speed in Ranchos de Taos is 4.47 Mbps. This is 0.7% faster than the average in New Mexico and 61.5% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • The average download speed in Ranchos de Taos is 4.6% faster than the Taos County average and 57.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • The average upload speed in Ranchos de Taos is 4.47 Mbps. This is 2.5% faster than the Taos County average and 61.5% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • Cable internet is available to 29.5% of Taos County residents

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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 Ranchos de Taos 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 CenturyLink as the top provider for Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico.

Who has the fastest internet service in Ranchos de Taos?

CenturyLink with a download speed of 940 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Ranchos de Taos.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico?

The following zip codes were used: 87557 and 87571

What internet download speed do I need?

Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Ranchos de Taos internet service.

Speed Devices Typical Usage
25+ Mbps1-2 devicesWeb browsing
Music streaming
HD video streaming
100+ Mbps3-5 devicesVideo conferencing
4K video streaming
Online gaming
1000+ Mbps6+ devicesMultiple video or 4K streams
Zero latency gaming

How do the internet speeds in Ranchos de Taos compare to other cities in New Mexico?

Click through to see how the Ranchos de Taos broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Edgewood, Grants, Logan, Mora, Radium Springs, Ruidoso, San Rafael

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there are fiber internet providers in Ranchos de Taos - CenturyLink and Kit Carson Electric.

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 Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico?

Xfinity provides broadband internet service to 90.5% of Ranchos de Taos.

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.




Ranchos de Taos 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.


Xfinity

  • 260+ channels
  • Award winning voice remote
  • Customize your plan
  • Watch TV, DVR and OnDemand anywhere with the Xfinity Stream app
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DISH

  • 290+ channels
  • Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
  • 4 video package tiers
  • Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
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Hulu Live TV

  • 75+ channels
  • Access to premium Hulu originals
  • Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
  • 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
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YouTube TV

  • 85+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
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DIRECTV stream

  • 140+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network and sports coverage
  • Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
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fuboTV

  • 180+ channels
  • 1000 hours of cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages
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