Best Internet Providers in Watrous, NM
All 2 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Watrous, NM
Watrous has 2 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 2 available internet technologies in Watrous.
Ranks compare Watrous with the 31,388 US places under 1,000 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Watrous, NM at a Glance
Watrous Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
DesertGate Internet
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Kit Carson Electric Cooperative
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
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 Watrous ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Watrous, NM?
DesertGate Internet is the best internet provider in Watrous based on New Mexico customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, DesertGate Internet had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Watrous, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. DesertGate Internet is an option for 76.00% of the city.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Watrous?
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 Watrous
How Watrous Compares to Places Its Size
Watrous's report card score is in the bottom 12% and its connectivity index is in the bottom 47%.
| Measure | Watrous | Rank among US places under 1,000 people | Mora County | New Mexico | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 19.3% | bottom 30% | 91.6% | 33.5% | 71.5% | 6,946 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 307 Mbps | bottom 14% | 236 Mbps | 1,633 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Fairmount, TN and Falling Water, TN and 5 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 1.3 | bottom 6% | 2.6 | 7.7 | 7.1 | Los Prados, PR (15.1) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.4 | bottom 49% | 2.1 | 2.6 | 2.7 | Paguate, NM (13.4) |
| Workers who work from home | 8% | bottom 48% | 10% | 13% | 15% | Boys Town, NE (100%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 93% | top 47% | 82% | 94% | 96% | 1,494 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 74% | bottom 13% | 67% | 87% | 91% | 370 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 59% | top 47% | 45% | 68% | 76% | 23 places at 100% |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 60% | bottom 19% | 57% | 76% | 81% | 72 places at 100% |
| Median household income | $44,403 | bottom 9% | $53,623 | $72,304 | $93,246 | 22 places at $250,001 |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 11% | bottom 47% | 9% | 16% | 16% | University at Buffalo, NY (100%) |
Fiber reaches 19.3% of homes in Watrous, against 91.6% across Mora County and 33.5% across New Mexico. Households in Watrous are smaller than the US average (2.4 people against 2.7); 8% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $44,403 (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 Watrous
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Watrous?
Kit Carson Electric Cooperative Fiber in Watrous, NM
Availability:
19.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Kit Carson Electric Cooperative offers Fiber service to 19.3% of Watrous homes. Across the city, Kit Carson Electric Cooperative Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Watrous?
DesertGate Internet Fixed Wireless in Watrous, NM
Availability:
76.0%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
79 Mbps
DesertGate Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 76.0% of Watrous homes. Across the city, DesertGate Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 79 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 10 and as high as 50, with an average of 39 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Watrous?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Watrous, NM.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Watrous?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Watrous, NM.
Internet in Watrous by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Watrous has 1 ZIP code with its own page. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Watrous
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|
ZIP codes in Watrous
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87753 | 154 | 21.4% | 302 Mbps | 1.2 | D- | 38/100 |
How Watrous Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Watrous that have their own pages are all within 20 miles. Among them, Ojo Feliz has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and Las Tusas the fewest (0.0%); Watrous has 19.3%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watrous (this page) | 150 | 19.3% | 307 Mbps | 1.3 | D- | 38/100 |
| Las Vegas | 16,714 | 70.0% | 1,934 Mbps | 7.7 | B | 22/100 |
| Rainsville | 298 | 96.3% | 150 Mbps | 1 | D+ | 8/100 |
| Manuelitas | 234 | 0.0% | 575 Mbps | 3.5 | D- | 43/100 |
| Sapello | 234 | 0.0% | 169 Mbps | 2.2 | F | 17/100 |
| Los Vigiles | 193 | 24.4% | 1,890 Mbps | 8 | B- | 7/100 |
| Las Tusas | 139 | 0.0% | 82 Mbps | 4.3 | D- | 9/100 |
| Buena Vista | 138 | 100.0% | 150 Mbps | 1.2 | C- | 8/100 |
| Ojo Feliz | 71 | 100.0% | 150 Mbps | 1 | C- | 24/100 |
| Valmora | 40 | 5.0% | 150 Mbps | 1 | F | 45/100 |
| Golondrinas | 40 | 82.5% | 150 Mbps | 1.4 | D+ | 24/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Watrous?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings, the fastest internet in the city comes from DesertGate Internet.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Watrous
| Kit Carson Electric Cooperative | 1,000 |
|---|---|
| DesertGate Internet | 100 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Watrous Internet Providers
Based on 1 reviews from New Mexico internet customers, DesertGate Internet is the best internet service provider for Watrous residents. DesertGate Internet was rated at an average of 5.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction.
At a national level, based on 1 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, DesertGate Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 5.00 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Watrous Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Watrous, New Mexico, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Watrous Overall | New Mexico Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DesertGate Internet | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (1) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Kit Carson Electric Cooperative | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Watrous
Based on data reported by Watrous ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through DesertGate Internet. The company offers speeds up to 100 Mbps in Watrous. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 79 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with DesertGate Internet. This indicates DesertGate Internet reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Watrous Speed | New Mexico Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DesertGate Internet | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Kit Carson Electric Cooperative | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Watrous?
Of the providers in Watrous, customers rate DesertGate Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Watrous 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.
DesertGate Internet is rated 4.00 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country.
The table below shows how customers in Watrous, New Mexico, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Watrous
| ISP / Tech Type | Watrous Affordability | New Mexico Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DesertGate Internet | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Kit Carson Electric Cooperative | (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 Watrous?
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 Watrous is DesertGate Internet.
- The fastest internet provider should be DesertGate Internet. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, DesertGate Internet may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Watrous is DesertGate Internet.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and DesertGate Internet has the broadest coverage in Watrous, available to 76.0% 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.