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Overview of internet satisfaction and availability in Louisiana
Internet providers received an average satisfaction rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars from customers in Louisiana.
That ranks Louisiana 11th nationwide for internet customer satisfaction.
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3.8/5 average customer satisfaction rating
11th
national ranking for customer satisfaction
$76.02 average price per payment for internet, per household
89.6% of the time, advertised speeds meet household needs
3.9/5 average customer service rating of internet services
3.8/5 average reliability rating of services state-wide
Population:
4,616,106 people
2.53 average people per household
$47,187 average income per household
40 average age per household
50% of population employed
6% lower than national average
Ranked 46th nationally
7% higher than national average
Ranked 14th nationally
19% higher than national average
Ranked 22nd nationally
9% lower than national average
Ranked 46th nationally
Fastest internet providers in Louisiana
| Provider | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Availability | Order online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consolidated Communications | 229.99 Mbps | 237.45 Mbps | 79.99% | View Plans for Consolidated Communications |
| Cameron Communications | 203.84 Mbps | 176.07 Mbps | 100% | View Plans for Cameron Communications |
| Cox Communications | 183.38 Mbps | 16.15 Mbps | 95.98% | View Plans for Cox Communications |
| REV | 178.28 Mbps | 21.66 Mbps | 99% | View Plans for REV |
Internet by tech type
| Internet tech type | Avg download speed | % of people with access | % availability | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Home | 245 Mbps | 89.79% | 99% | See all providers |
| Cable | 747.91 Mbps | 53.56% | 79.14% | See all providers |
| DSL | 182.92 Mbps | 49.47% | 70.53% | See all providers |
| Fiber | 3031.01 Mbps | 79.64% | 83.97% | See all providers |
| Fixed Wireless | 18.33 Mbps | 28.89% | 74.82% | See all providers |
| LTE Home | 99 Mbps | 5.97% | 99% | See all providers |
| Satellite | 63.49 Mbps | 97.23% | 100% | See all providers |
Best cities for internet in Louisiana
Cities in Louisiana with the fastest internet
| City | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Fiber availability | Fastest provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gretna | 245.8 Mbps | 97.75 Mbps | 96% | AT&T |
| Abbeville | 238.56 Mbps | 25.61 Mbps | 52% | Cox Communications |
| Breaux Bridge | 204.65 Mbps | 23.64 Mbps | 78% | Cox Communications |
| Bossier City | 196.72 Mbps | 71.94 Mbps | 68% | AT&T |
| Gonzales | 180.25 Mbps | 106.73 Mbps | 50% | Cox Communications |
| Plaquemine | 179.41 Mbps | 27.14 Mbps | 83% | EATEL Corp |
Gretna is the best city in Louisiana 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. Abbeville and Breaux Bridge also earn top rankings, according to our data.
The most connected cities in Louisiana
| City | Population | Percent with access to high speed internet | Percent with access to fiber internet | Percent with access to 3+ providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | 429,545 | 99% | 98% | 99% |
| Baton Rouge | 379,492 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Shreveport | 220,675 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Lafayette | 160,879 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Metairie | 141,013 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Lake Charles | 132,394 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Bossier City | 78,657 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Monroe | 88,730 | 100% | 98% | 100% |
New Orleans is the most internet-connected city in Louisiana. New Orleans 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 New Orleans's residents also have access to three or more internet providers—an uncommon number of options compared to the rest of the state. Baton Rouge and Shreveport also make it to the top of our list.
Top cities in Louisiana
New Orleans
Population: 429,545
Median income: $41,193
114.46 Mbps
avg. download speed
45.81 Mbps
avg. upload speed
99.42% have access to high speed internet
98.45% have access to fiber internet
99.42% have access to 3 or more providers
Baton Rouge
Population: 379,492
Median income: $56,248
147.5 Mbps
avg. download speed
60.16 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
Shreveport
Population: 220,675
Median income: $48,720
134.05 Mbps
avg. download speed
49.91 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.