Best Internet Providers in Thoreau, NM
All 10 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Thoreau, NM
Thoreau has 10 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, Fiber, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Thoreau.
Ranks compare Thoreau with the 15,682 US towns of 1,000 to 9,999 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Thoreau, NM at a Glance
Thoreau Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
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Sacred Wind Communications
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EarthLink
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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.
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 Thoreau ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Thoreau, NM?
Verizon is the best internet provider in Thoreau based on New Mexico customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Verizon had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Thoreau, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Verizon is an option for 57.39% of the city.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Thoreau?
Coverage changes block by block. Pick a provider and a technology to see where its service reaches: the darker the area, the larger the share of homes it covers. For your exact address, use the address search above.
Coverage map for each provider in Thoreau
- Ethos Broadband - fixed wireless coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Sacred Wind Communications - fixed wireless coverage map
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- CenturyLink - dsl coverage map
- Choice - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Sacred Wind Communications - dsl coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Cellular One - fixed wireless coverage map
How Thoreau Compares to Places Its Size
Thoreau's report card score is in the bottom 6% and its connectivity index is in the bottom 25%.
| Measure | Thoreau | Rank among US towns of 1,000 to 9,999 people | McKinley County | New Mexico | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 0.1% | bottom 8% | 12.0% | 33.5% | 71.5% | 1,056 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 373 Mbps | bottom 4% | 721 Mbps | 1,633 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Collegedale, TN and Lakesite, TN and 2 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 4.4 | bottom 27% | 4.1 | 7.7 | 7.1 | McLendon-Chisholm, TX (14.2) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 3.2 | top 4% | 3.3 | 2.6 | 2.7 | St. George, GA (6.2) |
| Workers who work from home | 19% | top 13% | 9% | 13% | 15% | Indian Springs, NV (76%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 87% | bottom 11% | 82% | 94% | 96% | 515 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 62% | bottom 2% | 64% | 87% | 91% | 115 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 32% | bottom 4% | 41% | 68% | 76% | Bunkerville, NV and Fort Myer, VA and 3 more (100%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 51% | bottom 4% | 56% | 76% | 81% | 12 places at 100% |
| Median household income | $45,189 | bottom 6% | $48,834 | $72,304 | $93,246 | 16 places at $250,001 |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 16% | top 17% | 17% | 16% | 16% | University Park, PA (95%) |
Fiber reaches 0.1% of homes in Thoreau, against 12.0% across McKinley County and 33.5% across New Mexico. Households in Thoreau are larger than the US average (3.2 people against 2.7); 19% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $45,189 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Thoreau
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Thoreau?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no fiber providers available in Thoreau, NM.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Thoreau?
Choice Fixed Wireless in Thoreau, NM
Availability:
78.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
30 Mbps
Choice Wireless offers Fixed Wireless service to 78.9% of Thoreau homes. Across the city, Choice Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 30 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 25, with an average of 4.5 Mbps throughout the city.
Ethos Broadband Fixed Wireless in Thoreau, NM
Availability:
59.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
354 Mbps
Ethos Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 59.5% of Thoreau homes. Across the city, Ethos Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 354 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 400 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 80, with an average of 72 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Thoreau, NM
Availability:
57.4%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
278 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 57.4% of Thoreau homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 278 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 19 Mbps throughout the city.
Sacred Wind Communications Fixed Wireless in Thoreau, NM
Availability:
36.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
339 Mbps
Sacred Wind Communications offers Fixed Wireless service to 36.6% of Thoreau homes. Across the city, Sacred Wind Communications Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 339 Mbps, with speeds from 100 Mpbs up to 400 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 25 and as high as 100, with an average of 83 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Thoreau, NM
Availability:
36.3%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
61 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 36.3% of Thoreau homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 61 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 11 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Thoreau, NM
Availability:
36.3%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
61 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 36.3% of Thoreau homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 61 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 11 Mbps throughout the city.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Thoreau, NM
Availability:
21.6%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
59 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 21.6% of Thoreau homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 59 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 11 Mbps throughout the city.
Cellular One Fixed Wireless in Thoreau, NM
Availability:
6.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Cellular One offers Fixed Wireless service to 6.3% of Thoreau homes. Across the city, Cellular One Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Thoreau?
XFINITY Cable in Thoreau, NM
Availability:
3.3%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
1,200 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 3.3% of Thoreau homes. Across the city, XFINITY Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,200 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Thoreau?
CenturyLink DSL in Thoreau, NM
Availability:
58.0%
Customer Rating:
(120)
Avg. Download Speed
44 Mbps
CenturyLink offers DSL service to 58.0% of Thoreau homes. Across the city, CenturyLink DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 44 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 10, with an average of 3.6 Mbps throughout the city.
Sacred Wind Communications DSL in Thoreau, NM
Availability:
30.8%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
49 Mbps
Sacred Wind Communications offers DSL service to 30.8% of Thoreau homes. Across the city, Sacred Wind Communications DSL has speeds up to 49 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 75 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 10, with an average of 6.0 Mbps throughout the city.
Internet in Thoreau by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Thoreau has 1 ZIP code with its own page. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Thoreau
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Thoreau
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87323 | 4,335 | 0.0% | 322 Mbps | 3.8 | D- | 34/100 |
How Thoreau Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Thoreau that have their own pages are all within 21 miles. Among them, Bluewater has the most homes with fiber (72.8%) and Crownpoint the fewest (0.0%); Thoreau has 0.1%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thoreau (this page) | 2,647 | 0.1% | 373 Mbps | 4.4 | D | 35/100 |
| Crownpoint | 3,100 | 0.0% | 370 Mbps | 2.5 | F | 25/100 |
| Fort Wingate | 2,740 | 0.0% | 664 Mbps | 3.7 | D- | 34/100 |
| Prewitt | 1,382 | 10.0% | 296 Mbps | 3.2 | D | 32/100 |
| Bluewater | 1,036 | 72.8% | 718 Mbps | 4 | C- | 36/100 |
| Smith Lake | 1,000 | 0.0% | 180 Mbps | 2.1 | F | 30/100 |
| Continental Divide | 924 | 7.7% | 272 Mbps | 4 | D | 41/100 |
| Coolidge | 604 | 0.0% | 667 Mbps | 2.6 | D- | 30/100 |
| Jamestown | 424 | 0.0% | 506 Mbps | 3.1 | D- | 41/100 |
| Perea | 232 | 34.9% | 771 Mbps | 3.7 | D+ | 41/100 |
| McGaffey | 38 | 0.0% | 200 Mbps | 2 | F | 62/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Thoreau?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Verizon. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Ethos Broadband 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 Thoreau
| XFINITY from Comcast | 1,200 |
|---|---|
| Ethos Broadband | 400 |
| Sacred Wind Communications | 400 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Choice Wireless | 100 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| CenturyLink | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| Cellular One | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Thoreau Internet Providers
Based on 47 reviews from New Mexico internet customers, Verizon is the best internet service provider for Thoreau residents. Verizon was rated at an average of 4.50 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. CenturyLink wins for second-place in New Mexico, with 2.50 out of 5 stars and 58.0% coverage in Thoreau.
At a national level, based on 4786 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Verizon is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 3.76 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Thoreau Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Thoreau, New Mexico, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Thoreau Overall | New Mexico Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (0) |  (2) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (1) | (1) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) | (39) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (6) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (0) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Choice | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Cellular One | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Sacred Wind Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Ethos Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Thoreau
Based on data reported by Thoreau ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Ethos Broadband. The company offers speeds up to 400 Mbps in Thoreau. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 354 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Verizon. This indicates Verizon reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Thoreau Speed | New Mexico Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (0) | (2) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (1) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) | (39) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) |  (6) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (0) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Choice | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Cellular One | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Sacred Wind Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Ethos Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Thoreau?
Of the providers in Thoreau, customers rate Verizon the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Thoreau where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across New Mexico or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
Verizon is rated 4.50 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. CenturyLink is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 2.83 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Thoreau, New Mexico, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Thoreau
| ISP / Tech Type | Thoreau Affordability | New Mexico Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (0) | (2) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (1) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (6) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) | (39) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (0) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Choice | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Cellular One | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Sacred Wind Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Ethos Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in New Mexico
Customer Reviews
Niles R
CenturyLink DSL
August 12, 2026 Poor service, slow speed, probably throttled
A Albuquerque, NM Customer
XFINITY Cable
May 13, 2026 While reliable and somewhat fast, the pricing for Comcast is, frankly, terrible. The only reason I am still using them is for the simple fact that I have no other choice. Once fiber is rolled out here (in July, if I am correct), I am switching over. Comcast's customer service doesn't give a rip of you stay or leave, so I am going to jump ship as soon as possible. I won't miss it.
Laura G
XFINITY Cable
May 11, 2026 When we first signed up for Xfinity Wifi , about 2 years ago,prices were pretty good when compared to others , customer service was phenomenal and the signal always available. Now my bill is almost $200 a month
higher with very few upgrades. Getting a live support agent is a hassle and we are often thrown offline. I am definitely ready to switch.
James H.
XFINITY Cable
May 08, 2026 Overall I am satisfied with the speeds of my provider. However I am concerned about the lack of competitors. There is only one other provider, Centurylink, in my area. Their speeds are not as fast or reliable as Xfinity's. I believe this results in Xfinity charging a higher premium for their service. Also, every year my bill rises by approximately 10%. Coupled with the fact that I have a limited amount of gigabits per month or I pay a penalty I believe I am at a disadvantage compared with other parts of the country.
Steve F
XFINITY Cable
April 18, 2026 There is a major problem with Xfinity cable in my area; it is quite unreliable. I often have outages for several hours at a time a few times a month. The unreliability coupled with the customer "service" that is provided by Xfinity leaves a lot to be desired. If you can, I would consider another provider other than Xfinity. Xfinity has continued on Comcast's legacy of very poor service, monopolistic approaches, and deaf ears when you try to talk to customer service.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Thoreau?
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 Thoreau is Verizon.
- The fastest internet provider should be Ethos Broadband. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Verizon may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Thoreau is Verizon.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and Choice Wireless has the broadest coverage in Thoreau, available to 78.9% of homes, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what’s available at your home, please use our address search tool.