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4 Best Internet Providers in Ponderosa, NM

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Ponderosa ISP Report at a Glance
ISP grade Ponderosa ISP Report Card C
Average speed Download Speed for Most Households 1,332 Mbps
ISP count Number of Internet Service Providers 4
Customer review count Real Ponderosa Customer Ratings 0

This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.

Data update information

This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.

Ponderosa has 4 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, DSL, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 3 available internet technologies in Ponderosa.

Ponderosa overview

Ponderosa has 4 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, DSL, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 3 available internet technologies in Ponderosa.

Compare Providers Ranked by Coverage, Speed, and Customer Ratings

Windstream

Windstream logo

Availability:

100.0%

Customer Rating:

3.4 of 5 stars

(97)

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1-833-330-3395 Price: $39.99 - $99.99 / mo.

Connection

Availability

Avg. Download Speed InfoThe highest download speed available in Ponderosa.

Max Download Speed InfoCalculated from the maximum speeds available to most Ponderosa residents, weighted by user distribution.

Customer Rating

Fiber

64.2%

2,000 Mbps

2,000 Mbps

Fiber: 3.9 of 5 stars

(40)

DSL

100.0%

150 Mbps

200 Mbps

DSL: 3.0 of 5 stars

(50)

Ethos Broadband

Ethos Broadband logo

Availability:

100.0%

Customer Rating:

0.0 of 5 stars

(0)

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Price: $50.00 - $159.00 / mo.

Connection

Availability

Avg. Download Speed InfoThe highest download speed available in Ponderosa.

Max Download Speed InfoCalculated from the maximum speeds available to most Ponderosa residents, weighted by user distribution.

Customer Rating

Fixed Wireless

100.0%

25 Mbps

25 Mbps

Wireless: 0.0 of 5 stars

(0)

Higher Speed Internet

Higher Speed Internet logo

Availability:

100.0%

Customer Rating:

0.0 of 5 stars

(0)

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Price: Starting at $53.79 / mo.

Connection

Availability

Avg. Download Speed InfoThe highest download speed available in Ponderosa.

Max Download Speed InfoCalculated from the maximum speeds available to most Ponderosa residents, weighted by user distribution.

Customer Rating

Fixed Wireless

100.0%

10 Mbps

10 Mbps

Wireless: 0.0 of 5 stars

(0)

T-Mobile Home Internet

T-Mobile Home Internet logo

Availability:

46.0%

Customer Rating:

4.0 of 5 stars

(341)

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1-833-601-2935 Price: $55.00 - $105.00 / mo.

Connection

Availability

Avg. Download Speed InfoThe highest download speed available in Ponderosa.

Max Download Speed InfoCalculated from the maximum speeds available to most Ponderosa residents, weighted by user distribution.

Customer Rating

Fixed Wireless

46.0%

100 Mbps

100 Mbps

Wireless: 3.9 of 5 stars

(204)

Above are the top 4 providers in Ponderosa, NM for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your city.


Providers with less than 1% coverage in this city are excluded from the list. To see if one of these providers is available at your home, please use the address search above.

Satellite providers, which generally offer 100% coverage across the United States, are available for Ponderosa residents as well. Some of the top satellite options include Dish Network, DirecTV, HughesNet, Viasat, and Starlink. These providers offer varied services and pricing, giving residents flexibility in choosing the best option for their location and needs.

Dish

Dish logo

Availability:

100%

Customer Rating:

3.6923 of 5 stars

(13)

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DirecTV

DirecTV logo

Availability:

100%

Customer Rating:

4.3333 of 5 stars

(9)

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Viasat

Viasat logo

Availability:

100%

Customer Rating:

1.7273 of 5 stars

(11)

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HughesNet

HughesNet logo

Availability:

100%

Customer Rating:

2.4286 of 5 stars

(21)

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1-833-684-9249 Price: {{isp_price_range}}


Starlink

Starlink logo

Availability:

100%

Customer Rating:

3.9836 of 5 stars

(61)

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Speed and technology may vary by address for all providers. Please note we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers above, which does not impact the customer ratings displayed. Customer ratings listed above are national ratings, local Ponderosa ratings may vary and are shown below.

Who is the Best Internet Provider in Ponderosa, NM?

HughesNet is the best internet provider in Ponderosa based on New Mexico customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, HughesNet had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Ponderosa, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. HughesNet is an option for 100.00% of the city.

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or call 1-833-684-9249

The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Ponderosa, New Mexico, and customers throughout the country.

Top Rated Internet Providers in Ponderosa


HughesNet2.002.29
T-Mobile Home InternetN/A4.04
WindstreamN/A3.31
ViasatN/A1.77
  • City Rating
  • State Rating
  • National Rating

Local, State, and National Ratings for all Ponderosa Internet Providers

ISP / Tech TypePonderosa OverallNew Mexico OverallNational OverallFor Service
HughesNet (0) (1) (18)View Plans
T-Mobile Home Internet (0) (0) (284)View Plans
Windstream (0) (0) (87)View Plans
Viasat (0) (0) (11)View Plans
Higher Speed Internet (0) (0) (0)View Plans
Ethos Broadband (0) (0) (0)View Plans

Based on 1 reviews from New Mexico internet customers, HughesNet is the best internet service provider for Ponderosa residents. HughesNet was rated at an average of 2.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. wins for second-place in New Mexico, with 0.00 out of 5 stars and 0.0% coverage in Ponderosa.

At a national level, based on 400 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.04 out of 5.

Which Providers are Available at my Home in Ponderosa?

The map shows speeds per provider and where each provider is available. Click the drop-down menu to choose
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Ponderosa, NM map of internet availability

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Speeds and coverage vary within the city, and sometimes even from block to block. The map shows speeds per provider and where each provider is available.

Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Ponderosa?

According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the city, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by HughesNet. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Windstream should have faster speeds at a local level. While we typically put more weight on real-world customer ratings, we display both satisfaction and technical maximum information for customers to decide for themselves.

Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Ponderosa

Max Advertised Speed in Ponderosa, NM


ISP / Tech TypeMax Advertised Speed
Windstream2,000 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet100 Mbps
Viasat100 Mbps
HughesNet25 Mbps
Ethos Broadband25 Mbps
Higher Speed Internet10 Mbps

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Ponderosa


HughesNet2.002.25
T-Mobile Home InternetN/A3.96
WindstreamN/A3.41
ViasatN/A1.38
  • City Rating
  • State Rating
  • National Rating

ISP / Tech TypePonderosa SpeedNew Mexico SpeedNational SpeedFor Service
HughesNet (0) (1) (18)View Plans
T-Mobile Home Internet (0) (0) (284)View Plans
Windstream (0) (0) (87)View Plans
Viasat (0) (0) (11)View Plans
Higher Speed Internet (0) (0) (0)View Plans
Ethos Broadband (0) (0) (0)View Plans

Based on data reported by Ponderosa ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Windstream. The company offers speeds up to 2,000 Mbps in Ponderosa. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,331 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.

Additionally, actual customers in the city rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with HughesNet. This indicates HughesNet reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Ponderosa?

New Mexico customers rate HughesNet as the cheapest internet service provider in state. Data comes from customers in the state rating their satisfaction with pricing. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.

HughesNet received a local rating of 2.00 out of 5, which is much lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Ponderosa customers with an average price rating of 0.00 out of 5.

The chart and graph below show how customers in Ponderosa, New Mexico, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.

Rated Affordability in Ponderosa


HughesNet2.002.56
T-Mobile Home InternetN/A4.11
WindstreamN/A2.97
ViasatN/A1.46
  • City Rating
  • State Rating
  • National Rating

ISP / Tech TypePonderosa AffordabilityNew Mexico AffordabilityNational AffordabilityFor Service
HughesNet (0) (1) (18)View Plans
T-Mobile Home Internet (0) (0) (284)View Plans
Windstream (0) (0) (87)View Plans
Viasat (0) (0) (11)View Plans
Higher Speed Internet (0) (0) (0)View Plans
Ethos Broadband (0) (0) (0)View Plans

Ponderosa Internet Health Assessment

ISP Reports evaluates the technological infrastructure across the United States. This includes assessing a grade for ISP providers and infrastructure in the city and setting an index number for the digital connectivity of its residents. You can view the ISP Report Card and the Digital Connectivity Index for Ponderosa below, including the metrics used and how Ponderosa compares to the rest of New Mexico and nation.

Ponderosa ISP Report Card: C
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Ponderosa New Mexico USA
64.23% 28.02% 67.25%
1,332 Mbps 1,374 Mbps 3,293 Mbps
4.1 7.6 6.8

 

Ponderosa Digital Connectivity Index: 30 / 100
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Ponderosa New Mexico USA
2.2 2.6 2.7
15% 12% 14%
94% 92% 95%
82% 84% 90%
43% 66% 75%
43% 67% 76%

Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.

Ponderosa ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index

The ISP Report Card in Ponderosa is C, which is much worse than other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Ponderosa is high with a score of 30 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Ponderosa have done a poor job meeting the needs of its residents.

The Ponderosa ISP Report Card evaluates the city on availability and speed metrics compared to other cities in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a city needs. Please see our ISP Report Card along with the Digital Connectivity Index above to evaluate how well the connectivity demand is met by the existing infrastructure.

82% of Ponderosa households have an internet connection despite having 100.00% availability. 43% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 29% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 3% of households have internet but don’t pay for a subscription because it’s subsidized by the Affordable Connectivity Program.

As you can see in the table above, while 43% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 43% subscribe to it. A very low number of Ponderosa residents are taking advantage of the available internet infrastructure.

For more details, please visit our ISP Report Card and Digital Connectivity Index pages.

How do Neighboring Cities Compare to Ponderosa?

Jemez Pueblo, NM

  • ISP Report Card: D-
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 29 / 100
Zia Pueblo, NM

  • ISP Report Card: D-
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 22 / 100
Jemez Springs, NM

  • ISP Report Card: F
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 52 / 100
San Ysidro, NM

  • ISP Report Card: D-
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 22 / 100
Cochiti Pueblo, NM

  • ISP Report Card: F
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 25 / 100
Sile, NM

  • ISP Report Card: F
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 51 / 100
Cochiti, NM

  • ISP Report Card: D-
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 25 / 100
Cochiti Lake, NM

  • ISP Report Card: D-
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 25 / 100
Pena Blanca, NM

  • ISP Report Card: D-
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 47 / 100

How Much Speed does a Ponderosa Household Need?

Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Ponderosa is 2.2, which is smaller than the New Mexico average of 2.6 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. Ponderosa's average household income is $89,814 which is much higher than the New Mexico average of $69,556 and higher than the national average of $90,606. Homes with fewer people living in them and with higher incomes tend to indicate a fairly average device usage pattern.

Ponderosa also has 8% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the New Mexico average of 16%. Additionally, 15% of residents work from home, which is higher than the 12% of residents in New Mexico who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Ponderosa has a very low need for internet connectivity and speeds.

Compared to the rest of the country, Ponderosa households are about average when it comes to technological engagement. 94% of households have some sort of computing device, 78% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 90% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.

Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Ponderosa?

Windstream Fiber in Ponderosa, NM

Windstream logo

Availability:

64.2%

Customer Rating:

3.9 of 5 stars

(40)

Avg. Download Speed

2,000 Mbps

Windstream offers Fiber service to 64.2% of Ponderosa homes. Across the city, Windstream Fiber has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps, with speeds from 2,000 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Windstream Fiber. Windstream Fiber is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Ponderosa from Windstream in terms of customer satisfaction.

Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Ponderosa?

According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Ponderosa, NM.

Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Ponderosa?

Windstream DSL in Ponderosa, NM

Windstream logo

Availability:

100.0%

Customer Rating:

3.0 of 5 stars

(50)

Avg. Download Speed

150 Mbps

Windstream offers DSL service to 100.0% of Ponderosa homes. Across the city, Windstream DSL has speeds up to 150 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 200 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 52, with an average of 40 Mbps throughout the city. Windstream DSL is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Ponderosa from Windstream in terms of customer satisfaction.

Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Ponderosa?

Ethos Broadband Fixed Wireless in Ponderosa, NM

Ethos Broadband logo

Availability:

100.0%

Customer Rating:

 of 5 stars

(0)

Avg. Download Speed

25 Mbps

Ethos Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 100.0% of Ponderosa homes. Across the city, Ethos Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 25 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 5.0 and as high as 5.0, with an average of 5.0 Mbps throughout the city. Ethos Broadband Fixed Wireless is rated other types of internet service available in Ponderosa from Ethos Broadband in terms of customer satisfaction.

Higher Speed Internet Fixed Wireless in Ponderosa, NM

Higher Speed Internet logo

Availability:

100.0%

Customer Rating:

 of 5 stars

(0)

Avg. Download Speed

10 Mbps

Higher Speed Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 100.0% of Ponderosa homes. Across the city, Higher Speed Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 10 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 10 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 1.0, with an average of 1.0 Mbps throughout the city. Higher Speed Internet Fixed Wireless is rated other types of internet service available in Ponderosa from Higher Speed Internet in terms of customer satisfaction.

T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Ponderosa, NM

T-Mobile Home Internet logo

Availability:

46.0%

Customer Rating:

 of 5 stars

(0)

Avg. Download Speed

100 Mbps

T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 46.0% of Ponderosa homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps, with speeds from 100 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 20 and as high as 20, with an average of 20 Mbps throughout the city. T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is rated other types of internet service available in Ponderosa from T-Mobile Home Internet in terms of customer satisfaction.

Which ISP Should You Choose in Ponderosa?

The right ISP for you depends upon your needs, but in general we can make the following suggestions:

  • The best all-around internet service provider in Ponderosa is HughesNet.
  • The fastest internet provider should be Windstream. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, HughesNet may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
  • The most affordable internet provider in Ponderosa is HughesNet.
  • Windstream, Viasat, HughesNet, Higher Speed Internet, and Ethos Broadband has the broadest coverage in Ponderosa, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what's available at your home, please use our address search tool.

How does Ponderosa compare to other cities with a similar population?

To see how Ponderosa stacks up on the national level, it's useful to look at some other cities with similarly sized populations. Below you can see a list of these cities and how they compare to Ponderosa's C ISP Report Card and 30 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.

Vesper, NY

  • ISP Report Card: B+
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 67 / 100
Coaltown, PA

  • ISP Report Card: D+
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 61 / 100
Cobblesville, PA

  • ISP Report Card: D
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 58 / 100
Cooper Heights, GA

  • ISP Report Card: B-
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 46 / 100
Cornish Flat, NH

  • ISP Report Card: C
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 47 / 100
Cornishville, KY

  • ISP Report Card: D-
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 44 / 100
Upshaw, VA

  • ISP Report Card: C
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 35 / 100
Vandalia, IA

  • ISP Report Card: D
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 29 / 100
Varney, WV

  • ISP Report Card: D
  • Digital Connectivity Index: 53 / 100

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