Internet providers in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Albuquerque is in Bernalillo County, New Mexico, and has 17 ZIP codes. Available providers can differ from one ZIP code to the next, so pick yours below.
PCC Holdings reports service to the most residential locations in Albuquerque, about 100%. 8 providers report coverage of at least half of locations (PCC Holdings, Xfinity, Lobo Internet Services, Internet Services, NMsurf, ATN International, CenturyLink / Quantum Fiber, and T-Mobile Home Internet), so the market looks competitive. Fiber-focused providers reporting service here include Ezee Fiber (7%) and Metronet (5%). PCC Holdings, Lobo Internet Services, Internet Services, NMsurf, and T-Mobile Home Internet offer fixed wireless home internet, an option if you prefer no cable or fiber installation.
Our picks for internet in Albuquerque
- Widest coverage: PCC Holdings (about 100% of locations)
- Fiber-focused option: Ezee Fiber (about 7% of locations)
- No-install wireless option: PCC Holdings (about 100% of locations)
Picks are based on the share of locations each provider reports serving, not on price or customer reviews.
ZIP codes in Albuquerque
Compare internet providers in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Share of residential locations in Albuquerque where each provider reports service, from the FCC National Broadband Map (data as of December 31, 2025). Availability depends on your exact address.
| # | Provider | Technology (varies by address) | Locations covered | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PCC Holdings | Fixed wireless | 99%+ | |
| 2 | Xfinity | Cable | 99% | |
| 3 | Lobo Internet Services | Fixed wireless | 99% | |
| 4 | Internet Services | Fixed wireless | 97% | |
| 5 | NMsurf | Fixed wireless | 95% | |
| 6 | ATN International | Cable, DSL, Fixed wireless | 92% | |
| 7 | CenturyLink / Quantum Fiber | Fiber, DSL | 84% | |
| 8 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 59% | |
| 9 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 49% | Check availability |
| 10 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 43% | Check availability |
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| 11 | Ezee Fiber | Fiber | 7% | |
| 12 | Metronet | Fiber | 5% |
Satellite internet
| 1 | HughesNet | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 2 | Viasat | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 3 | Starlink | Satellite | 99%+ |
Satellite service is available at nearly every address but typically has higher latency than wired options.
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What technologies are available in Albuquerque?
Fiber reaches about 17% of locations in Albuquerque, so it is available in parts of the area but not everywhere. Plans of 100 Mbps or faster are reported for about 99%+ of locations, while gigabit-class service reaches about 43%. DSL is still reported for about 62% of locations, which can be a fallback where fiber and cable do not reach. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 99%+ of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in Albuquerque that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
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Frequently asked questions
Is fiber internet available in Albuquerque?
Yes, in part. About 17% of residential locations in Albuquerque can get fiber, 99% can get cable, and about 43% can get gigabit-class speeds, per FCC data. Availability depends on your exact address.
Which internet provider has the widest coverage in Albuquerque?
PCC Holdings reports service to about 100% of residential locations in Albuquerque, the most of any provider, per FCC data. Availability still depends on your address.
How many internet providers serve Albuquerque?
12 providers report service to at least 2% of locations in Albuquerque, and 8 cover at least half. Satellite (HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink) is also available nearly everywhere.
Is there fiber internet in Albuquerque?
Fiber providers reporting service in Albuquerque include Ezee Fiber (7% of locations) and Metronet (5% of locations). Other providers may also offer fiber in parts of the city, so check your address.
What is the difference between fiber, cable and DSL?
Fiber offers the fastest and most consistent speeds, cable is widely available with high download speeds, and DSL runs over phone lines and is usually slower. See our guide for details.
What internet speed do I need in Albuquerque?
Most households are well served by 100–300 Mbps. Heavy streaming, gaming or many connected devices may benefit from 500 Mbps or more.