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Overview of internet satisfaction and availability in New Mexico
Internet providers received an average satisfaction rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars from customers in New Mexico.
That ranks New Mexico 31st nationwide for internet customer satisfaction.
Learn more about our methodologyInternet customer satisfaction in New Mexico
3.7/5 average customer satisfaction rating
31st
national ranking for customer satisfaction
$68.46 average price per payment for internet, per household
88.5% of the time, advertised speeds meet household needs
3.8/5 average customer service rating of internet services
3.7/5 average reliability rating of services state-wide
Population:
2,109,093 people
2.52 average people per household
$43,485 average income per household
45 average age per household
45% of population employed
12% lower than national average
Ranked 50th nationally
1% lower than national average
Ranked 29th nationally
22% higher than national average
Ranked 2nd nationally
19% lower than national average
Ranked 50th nationally
Fastest internet providers in New Mexico
| Provider | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Availability | Order online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XFINITY | 177.4 Mbps | 15.39 Mbps | 95.8% | View Plans for Xfinity |
| Plateau | 142.26 Mbps | 124.68 Mbps | 47.26% | View Plans for Plateau |
| Spectrum | 122.38 Mbps | 29.33 Mbps | 92.27% | View Plans for Spectrum |
| TDS Telecom | 108.58 Mbps | 17.13 Mbps | 71.01% | View Plans for TDS Telecom |
Internet by tech type
| Internet tech type | Avg download speed | % of people with access | % availability | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Home | 245.77 Mbps | 100% | 99.01% | See all providers |
| Cable | 1129.81 Mbps | 93.03% | 90.08% | See all providers |
| DSL | 284.42 Mbps | 89.22% | 80.27% | See all providers |
| Fiber | 567.33 Mbps | 72.98% | 61.85% | See all providers |
| Fixed Wireless | 35.42 Mbps | 92.87% | 67.45% | See all providers |
| LTE Home | 99 Mbps | 30.6% | 99% | See all providers |
| Satellite | 63.14 Mbps | 100% | 100% | See all providers |
Best cities for internet in New Mexico
Cities in New Mexico with the fastest internet
| City | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Fiber availability | Fastest provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmington | 202.12 Mbps | 20.94 Mbps | 67% | Visionary Broadband |
| Los Lunas | 193.4 Mbps | 27.63 Mbps | 10% | XFINITY |
| Bernalillo | 178.65 Mbps | 17.55 Mbps | 19% | XFINITY |
| Clovis | 168.07 Mbps | 99.14 Mbps | 12% | Suddenlink Communications |
| Las Cruces | 149.03 Mbps | 20.44 Mbps | 98% | XFINITY |
| Roswell | 123.44 Mbps | 74.09 Mbps | 17% | Plateau |
| Hobbs | 119.86 Mbps | 110.74 Mbps | 85% | Windstream |
| Alamogordo | 112.1 Mbps | 18.52 Mbps | 71% | TDS Telecom |
Farmington is the best city in New Mexico for internet, shooting to the top of the list thanks to a combination of record-setting average download speeds, wide fiber-optic internet availability, and the presence of a reliable and well-rated internet provider. Los Lunas and Bernalillo also earn top rankings, according to our data.
The most connected cities in New Mexico
| City | Population | Percent with access to high speed internet | Percent with access to fiber internet | Percent with access to 3+ providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | 655,457 | 100% | 85% | 100% |
| Santa Fe | 128,492 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Las Cruces | 148,646 | 100% | 47% | 100% |
| Rio Rancho | 98,824 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Farmington | 57,185 | 100% | 48% | 100% |
| South Valley | 41,143 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Ruidoso | 8,546 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Albuquerque is the most internet-connected city in New Mexico. Albuquerque makes it to the top of the list due to the high number of its residents who have access not only to high-speed internet, but also to fiber internet specifically. A large number of Albuquerque's residents also have access to three or more internet providers—an uncommon number of options compared to the rest of the state. Santa Fe and Las Cruces also make it to the top of our list.
Top cities in New Mexico
Albuquerque
Population: 655,457
Median income: $57,519
85.74 Mbps
avg. download speed
17.36 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
84.81% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Las Cruces
Population: 148,646
Median income: $53,874
149.03 Mbps
avg. download speed
20.44 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
46.9% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Santa Fe
Population: 128,492
Median income: $69,717
106.71 Mbps
avg. download speed
18.11 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Methodology
HighSpeedInternet.com relies on proprietary and exclusive data to analyze the customer and provider trends presented on this page. We analyze millions of results from our speed test tool to determine average statewide speeds, fastest speeds, and availability. Our annual customer satisfaction survey provides us with data for developing the satisfaction rating. We also draw from data provided to us directly by internet providers to determine available tech types and average speeds.