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Internet Providers in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas

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Home Internet in Walnut Ridge, AR
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Optimum
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Verizon
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Hillbilly Wireless
    • Ritter
    • empower
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
    Connection: IPBB, 5G Internet
    Availability: 56.8%
  • 2. Optimum
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 64.5%
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
    All-In Internet plans can experience faster speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 133 Mbps – 415 Mbps. 25% of our customers see speeds below and 25% see speeds above these ranges. Mobile 5G Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 75.2%
  • 5. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 75.4%
  • 6. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 7. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 22.2%
  • 8. Hillbilly Wireless
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 36.4%
  • 9. Ritter
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 42.5%
  • 10. empower
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 32.2%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Walnut Ridge, AR

In Walnut Ridge, Arkansas, AT&T Internet provides an IPBB connection with 56.80% coverage, reaching over half the city. It offers download speeds up to 18 Mbps, which may seem modest compared to other local options. AT&T's plans start at $60 per month, offering a fair balance of coverage and speed, though some may find faster, more affordable options elsewhere. While reliable for many, high-demand users might seek other providers.

Optimum ranks just behind AT&T, delivering cable internet to 64.50% of Walnut Ridge. With maximum download speeds of 940 Mbps, it outpaces AT&T significantly. Optimum plans start at $40 per month, providing a competitive mix of speed and coverage.

Viasat Internet offers a satellite connection covering 100% of Walnut Ridge, ensuring every resident can connect to the internet. It provides speeds up to 150 Mbps but comes with a higher starting price of $99.99 per month. While Viasat guarantees universal access, its cost might be a drawback for some users.

Residents of Walnut Ridge have several internet options, each featuring unique advantages, from extensive availability to high-speed connections.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • AT&T
  • Optimum
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Ritter
  • empower
42.480000000000004%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Walnut Ridge, Arkansas

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Provider Connection Types in Walnut Ridge, AR

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Walnut Ridge, AR
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
39.75%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
58.29%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
35.25%

Internet Providers in Walnut Ridge, AR

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 300 Mbps IPBB, 5G Internet
Optimum $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $79.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Hillbilly Wireless $39.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Ritter Communications $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 5 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
empower $69.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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