Best Sandia Knolls Internet Service Providers

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 6 choices for service in Sandia Knolls, 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 Sandia Knolls 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
1XfinityCable987 Mbps35 Mbps98.4%
2Cibolawireless50 Mbps5 Mbps100.0%
3NMSURFwireless25 Mbps7 Mbps97.7%
4CenturyLinkDSL, Fiber100 Mbps20 Mbps68.2%
5ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
6HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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Sandia Knolls 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 Sandia Knolls 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

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Sandia Knolls are compared to Bernalillo County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to New Mexico overall?
Average download speeds in Sandia Knolls of 32.3 Mbps are faster than the Bernalillo County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for New Mexico.

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Sandia Knolls Internet Access Facts

  • The average download speed in Sandia Knolls is 111.1% faster than the Bernalillo County average and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • The average upload speed in Sandia Knolls is 7.19 Mbps. This is 53.3% faster than the Bernalillo County average and 38% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • Cable internet is available to 96.7% of Bernalillo County residents

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 11.7% of Bernalillo County residents

  • The average internet download speed in Bernalillo County is 15.3 Mbps based upon 2073904 samples taken in the past year

  • The average download speed in Sandia Knolls is 102.8% faster than the average in New Mexico and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

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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 Sandia Knolls 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 Xfinity as the top provider for Sandia Knolls, New Mexico.

Who has the fastest internet service in Sandia Knolls?

Xfinity with a download speed of 987 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Sandia Knolls.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Sandia Knolls, New Mexico?

The following zip codes were used: 87047

What is fiber internet service?

Fiber internet service transmits data by sending pulses of light over thin glass fiber optic cable. In most cases fiber internet service download speeds will be faster than cable or DSL, however, fiber service is limited with less than half of Americans living in an area with fiber coverage.

What internet download speed do I need?

Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Sandia Knolls 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 Sandia Knolls compare to other cities in New Mexico?

Click through to see how the Sandia Knolls broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Angel Fire, Bosque Farms, Mcintosh, Meadow Lake, Paradise Hills, San Miguel, San Ysidro

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Sandia Knolls - CenturyLink.

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 Sandia Knolls, New Mexico?

Cibola provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Sandia Knolls.




Sandia Knolls 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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