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Internet Providers in Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico

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Home Internet in Ruidoso Downs, NM

  • 1. Kinetic by Windstream
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 83.7%
  • 2. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    12 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. TDS Telecom
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 92.1%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Ruidoso Downs, NM

Kinetic by Windstream ranks among the top internet providers in Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico. It offers DSL and fiber connections, with speeds up to 1 Gbps. Plans start at $39.99 per month. Covering about 83.70% of the area, Kinetic provides high-speed internet to a significant part of the community. Fiber availability is at 92%, allowing many residents access to fast internet, ideal for gamers or homes with multiple devices.

Viasat Internet provides nationwide coverage, reaching 100% of Ruidoso Downs with satellite connections. It offers a maximum download speed of 12 Mbps, starting at $69.99 per month. Although slower, it’s a reliable choice for residents where other connections aren't available. HughesNet, another satellite provider with 100% coverage, delivers speeds up to 100 Mbps at starting prices of $49.99 per month. Despite higher latency, HughesNet ensures everyone in Ruidoso Downs can access the internet, even in hard-to-reach areas. This range of options allows residents to pick a provider based on their speed needs and budget.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • Viasat
100%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • HughesNet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Kinetic by Windstream
  • TDS Telecom
92.11%

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Provider Connection Types in Ruidoso Downs, NM

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Ruidoso Downs, NM
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
75.3%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
92.14%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
6.909999999999999%

List of Internet Providers in Ruidoso Downs, NM

Provider Type Top Speed
Kinetic by Windstream DSL, Fiber 1 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 12 Mbps
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
TDS Telecom Cable 1 Gbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps

Internet Providers in Ruidoso Downs, NM

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Kinetic by Windstream $24.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, Fiber
Viasat Internet $69.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 12 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
TDS Telecom $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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