Dell Telephone Cooperative is one of the smallest internet service providers in the United States, serving 2 states or territories: Texas and New Mexico. Learn more about Dell Telephone Cooperative's coverage and availability on this page.
Can I get Dell Telephone Cooperative internet in my area?
The easiest way to find out is to click the link below.
You may enter your zip code to check local availability or view the map below before contacting Dell Telephone Cooperative.
Dell Telephone Cooperative Availability Map
Any Internet Availability
On the map you can see Dell Telephone Cooperative's coverage area in the United States. Areas in green are most likely to have coverage, where some homes in yellow to red areas may not have coverage.
The table below shows coverage and average maximum speeds by state.
| State | Availaiblity | Average Best Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 0.00% | 140 Mbps |
| New Mexico | 0.02% | 90 Mbps |
How fast is Dell Telephone Cooperative's internet?
Internet Download Speed
The map above shows average maximum speeds by area. Overall, Dell Telephone Cooperative internet speeds are adequate for most homes.
Download speeds (the speed at which you receive files and streaming video) range from 10 to 1,000 Mbps. The average customer has access to plans with download speeds up to 120 Mbps. This puts Dell Telephone Cooperative in the 26th percentile versus other ISPs for download speeds, meaning speeds are somewhat slower than the average provider in the US.
Upload speeds (the speed you can send files and video to others) range from a low of 1.0 Mbps to a high of 1,000 Mbps. The average is 112 Mbps, placing Dell Telephone Cooperative in the 37th percentile for internet provider upload speeds, which is a little lacking for a modern household.
What broadband services does Dell Telephone Cooperative offer?
Across the country Dell Telephone Cooperative offers fixed wireless, DSL, and fiber internet service. The table below shows which types of service Dell Telephone Cooperative offers and the average maximum speed for each service type. “Coverage” is the percent of Dell Telephone Cooperative customers who can get that type of service.
Technology |
Coverage |
Average Best Speed |
|---|---|---|
Fiber |
11.14% |
1,000 Mbps |
DSL |
77.56% |
10 Mbps |
Fixed Wireless |
82.47% |
10 Mbps |
Where is Dell Telephone Cooperative Fiber Available?
Fiber Internet Speed
The Dell Telephone Cooperative fiber availability map shows where fiber has been made available to customers. If you can get fiber, it is usually the best option for most people due to fast speeds and low lag. Fiber is available within 11.14% of Dell Telephone Cooperative's coverage footprint, and the average speed for fiber is 1,000 Mbps download and 1,000 Mbps upload.
Where is Dell Telephone Cooperative DSL Available?
DSL Internet Speed
DSL is delivered over the telephone line. Speeds are often slower than cable or fiber, but the service is often less expensive. The above Dell Telephone Cooperative DSL availability map shows where Dell Telephone Cooperative customers can get DSL service and at what download speeds. The average speed of Dell Telephone Cooperative DSL across the nation is 10 Mbps download and 1.0 Mbps for upload speed. 77.56% of Dell Telephone Cooperative customers can choose DSL.
Where is Dell Telephone Cooperative Fixed Wireless Available?
Fixed Wireless Internet Speed Key
Fixed wireless The Dell Telephone Cooperative Fixed Wireless availability map shows where Fixed Wireless has been made available to customers. Fixed Wireless is available within 82.47% of Dell Telephone Cooperative's coverage footprint, and the average speed for Fixed Wireless is 10 Mbps down and 1.0 Mbps up.
Can I get Dell Telephone Cooperative TV Service?
Probably. Most fiber optic and cable companies are able to offer some kind of TV service. In either case, you can also get Dell Telephone Cooperative internet and satellite TV.
What cities and zips does Dell Telephone Cooperative serve?
With coverage in 15 cities and 10 zip codes, only the largest are listed below:
City |
Availability |
Average Best Speed |
|---|---|---|
| El Paso, TX | 0.07% | 46 Mbps |
| Dell City, TX | 89.67% | 29 Mbps |
| Timberon, NM | 89.54% | 111 Mbps |
| Queen, NM | 82.65% | 10 Mbps |
| Salt Flat, TX | 65.00% | 226 Mbps |
| Balmorhea, TX | 8.45% | 1,000 Mbps |
| Whites City, NM | 31.25% | 10 Mbps |
| Fort Hancock, TX | 2.85% | 10 Mbps |
| Sierra Blanca, TX | 1.17% | 134 Mbps |
| Van Horn, TX | 0.71% | 604 Mbps |
| Carlsbad, NM | 0.04% | 10 Mbps |
| Fort Davis, TX | 0.75% | 835 Mbps |
| Sunspot, NM | 10.26% | 10 Mbps |
| Dell City, NM | 26.92% | 717 Mbps |
| Orogrande, NM | 4.17% | 10 Mbps |
Zip |
Availability |
Average Best Speed |
| 79837, TX | 80.80% | 24 Mbps |
| 88350, NM | 89.76% | 108 Mbps |
| 79938, TX | 0.24% | 45 Mbps |
| 88220, NM | 0.29% | 10 Mbps |
| 79847, TX | 66.00% | 145 Mbps |
| 79734, TX | 2.85% | 981 Mbps |
| 79855, TX | 0.89% | 687 Mbps |
| 79851, TX | 1.17% | 134 Mbps |
| 79854, TX | 5.37% | 910 Mbps |
| 88342, NM | 14.63% | 670 Mbps |