Satellite TV in Louisiana is an excellent option for most people. Satellite TV providers are below. For satellite internet, the map shows which areas are better for DSL, cable, fiber, fixed wireless, or satellite internet service. White and lightly-shaded areas have homes with no service but satellite.
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Louisiana Satellite Providers
DISH Satellite TV
DIRECTV Satellite TV
Not sure whether to choose Dish or DIRECTV? For most people most of the time we recommend DISH. But click here to learn more.
HughesNet Satellite Internet
Satellite TV in Louisiana
DISH and DIRECTV are excellent choices, and popular alternatives to cable companies like Cox for television service. Satellite TV generally provides Louisiana residents with better packages for less money. Do be aware, however, that unlike most cable service a deposit of up to several hundred dollars may be required for those with low credit scores. 89.38% of Louisiana homes are estimated to have alternatives to satellite television if credit and deposits may be an issue.
Customers who may want fiber or cable TV instead have that option in the north, west, northwest, southwest, east, central, south, and southeast of Louisiana. State residents will likely have satellite TV options only in the northeast of the state.
Satellite Internet in Louisiana
Satellite internet should usually be seen as a last resort due to latency, known as lag. There are 29 internet service providers we recommend researching first. For the 1.83% of Louisiana residents who have no alternatives, however, satellite can at least keep you connected to the internet.
See the other 29 TV and internet providers in your area.
What is the fastest alternative to satellite internet in Louisiana?
- Fiber is fastest for 28.20% of Louisiana homes.
- Cable is fastest for 60.11% of Louisiana homes.
- DSL is fastest for 3.81% of Louisiana homes.
- Fixed wireless is fastest for 6.05% of Louisiana homes.
Alternatives to Satellite Service
Technology |
Availability |
Number of providers |
Avg. Speed |
Link |
---|---|---|---|---|
Fiber TV & Internet |
42.05% |
6 |
1,271 Mbps |
|
Cable TV & Internet |
87.84% |
9 |
915 Mbps |
|
DSL Internet |
86.91% |
5 |
42 Mbps |
|
Fixed Wireless Internet |
58.38% |
9 |
62 Mbps |
|
Satellite TV & Internet |
100% |
Many |
15 Mbps |
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You can either click one of the links above or call one of the satellite providers. If a better option is available, they will connect you. While it may seem strange to not sell their own product, these companies have deals with providers like Cox to make sure customers get the best service available.
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