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Overview of internet satisfaction and availability in Arkansas
The best Arkansas ISPs offer cable, fiber, or fixed-wireless internet connections. Optimum is the state’s most widespread cable internet provider; however, Little Rock and the eastern border are serviced by Xfinity, and Cox brings cable internet to Arkansas’s northeast region. Fiber internet is available in many of Arkansas’s highly-populated areas through AT&T. Both T-Mobile and Verizon offer fixed wireless internet in Arkansas.
Internet providers received an average satisfaction rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars from customers in Arkansas.
That ranks Arkansas 24th nationwide for internet customer satisfaction.
Learn more about our methodologyInternet customer satisfaction in Arkansas
3.7/5 average customer satisfaction rating
24th
national ranking for customer satisfaction
$80.01 average price per payment for internet, per household
86.1% of the time, advertised speeds meet household needs
3.7/5 average customer service rating of internet services
3.7/5 average reliability rating of services state-wide
Population:
3,042,017 people
2.48 average people per household
$45,497 average income per household
43 average age per household
49% of population employed
4% lower than national average
Ranked 44th nationally
5% lower than national average
Ranked 41st nationally
11% higher than national average
Ranked 43rd nationally
10% lower than national average
Ranked 47th nationally
Fastest internet providers in Arkansas
| Provider | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Availability | Order online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cox Communications | 199.9 Mbps | 22.98 Mbps | 95.73% | View Plans for Cox Communications |
| XFINITY | 169.84 Mbps | 23.98 Mbps | 95.78% | View Plans for Xfinity |
| South Arkansas Telephone Company | 162.19 Mbps | 172.54 Mbps | 100% | View Plans for South Arkansas Telephone Company |
| Spectrum | 159.82 Mbps | 24.72 Mbps | 93.9% | View Plans for Spectrum |
| South Central Communications | 143.65 Mbps | 90.43 Mbps | 94.97% | View Plans for South Central Communications |
Internet by tech type
| Internet tech type | Avg download speed | % of people with access | % availability | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Home | 245 Mbps | 84.79% | 69.11% | See all providers for 5G Home |
| Cable | 559.23 Mbps | 56.13% | 77.28% | See all providers for Cable |
| DSL | 417.45 Mbps | 60.41% | 86.19% | See all providers for DSL |
| Fiber | 3119.1 Mbps | 70.89% | 78.47% | See all providers for Fiber |
| Fixed Wireless | 69.76 Mbps | 58.01% | 73.42% | See all providers for Fixed Wireless |
| LTE Home | 150 Mbps | 0.06% | 98% | See all providers for LTE Home |
| Satellite | 125.24 Mbps | 96.71% | 98.84% | See all providers for Satellite |
Best cities for internet in Arkansas
Cities in Arkansas with the fastest internet
| City | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Fiber availability | Fastest provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springdale | 258.88 Mbps | 93.97 Mbps | 86% | Cox Communications |
| Mabelvale | 231.68 Mbps | 173.95 Mbps | 45% | XFINITY |
| Bentonville | 175.32 Mbps | 72.03 Mbps | 87% | AT&T |
| Rogers | 175 Mbps | 79.26 Mbps | 84% | Cox Communications |
| Van Buren | 166.34 Mbps | 47.57 Mbps | 99% | Cox Communications |
| North Little Rock | 166.26 Mbps | 100.89 Mbps | 81% | XFINITY |
| Marion | 162.13 Mbps | 72.17 Mbps | 100% | Ritter Communications |
| Fayetteville | 159.29 Mbps | 70.67 Mbps | 84% | Cox Communications |
Springdale is the best city in Arkansas for internet, shooting to the top of the list thanks to a combination of record-setting average download speeds, wide fiber-optic internet availability, and the presence of a reliable and well-rated internet provider. Mabelvale and Bentonville also earn top rankings, according to our data.
The most connected cities in Arkansas
| City | Population | Percent with access to high speed internet | Percent with access to fiber internet | Percent with access to 3+ providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Rock | 202,218 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Fort Smith | 89,315 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| North Little Rock | 64,454 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Fayetteville | 95,022 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Springdale | 86,705 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Rogers | 69,961 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Cave Springs | 5,521 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Bella Vista | 30,297 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Little Rock is the most internet-connected city in Arkansas. Little Rock makes it to the top of the list due to the high number of its residents who have access not only to high-speed internet, but also to fiber internet specifically. A large number of Little Rock's residents also have access to three or more internet providers—an uncommon number of options compared to the rest of the state. Fort Smith and North Little Rock also make it to the top of our list.
Top cities in Arkansas
Little Rock
Population: 202,218
Median income: $69,676
120.15 Mbps
avg. download speed
72.8 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Fayetteville
Population: 95,022
Median income: $56,938
159.29 Mbps
avg. download speed
70.67 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Fort Smith
Population: 89,315
Median income: $53,681
152.09 Mbps
avg. download speed
55.52 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Methodology
HighSpeedInternet.com relies on proprietary and exclusive data to analyze the customer and provider trends presented on this page. We analyze millions of results from our speed test tool to determine average statewide speeds, fastest speeds, and availability. Our annual customer satisfaction survey provides us with data for developing the satisfaction rating. We also draw from data provided to us directly by internet providers to determine available tech types and average speeds.
Arkansas FAQs
Which is the best internet provider in Arkansas?
T-Mobile scored the highest ratings in our customer satisfaction survey. Its single fixed-wireless internet plan offers a good mix of value, affordability, and ease of use.
Which is the fastest internet provider in Arkansas?
AT&T’s fiber internet is the fastest in Arkansas, with plans up to 5,000Mbps.
What is the cheapest ISP in Arkansas?
Xfinity is the most affordable Arkansas ISP, with plans starting at just $19.99 per month.
