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

Raton, New Mexico Broadband Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 4 choices for service in Raton, 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 Raton 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	Baca Valley	Fiber, wireless	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	100.0%
2	CenturyLink	DSL, Fiber	80 Mbps	40 Mbps	54.7%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Raton NM 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

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Raton are compared to Colfax County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to New Mexico overall?
Average download speeds in Raton of 12.01 Mbps are slower than the Colfax County average download speeds and slower than the statewide average for New Mexico.

Raton Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Raton is 4.52 Mbps. This is 19.6% slower than the Colfax County average and 61% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average internet download speed in Raton is 12.01 Mbps based upon 6584 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 0.0% of Colfax County residents
Cable internet is available to 0.0% of the Raton population
Fiber optic internet is available to 13.3% of Colfax County residents
DSL internet is available to 100.0% of Raton 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 Raton 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 Baca Valley as the top provider for Raton, New Mexico.

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

Click through to see how the Raton broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Artesia, El Rito, Holloman Afb, Las Vegas, Moriarty, Pecos, Tome

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 Raton, New Mexico?

The following zip codes were used: 87740

Who has the fastest internet service in Raton?

Baca Valley with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Raton.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Raton - 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.

Raton 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.