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Internet Providers in Jackson, Mississippi

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    • AT&T
    • Xfinity
    • Viasat
    • EarthLink
    • HughesNet
    • C Spire Fiber
    • Starlink
    • Always ON
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Home Internet in Jackson, MS

  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
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    Connection: IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
    Availability: 87.7%
    Jackson speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet
  • 2. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 97.6%
    Jackson speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 13.8%
  • 5. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • C Spire Fiber
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 12.1%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Always ON
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 13.8%

Best Internet Providers in Jackson, MS

The best internet providers in Jackson are AT&T, Xfinity, and EarthLink. AT&T is the best option of the three because AT&T Fiber internet offers symmetrical download and upload speeds up to 5 Gbps for as low as $55 per month. AT&T’s fiber-optic network can transmit more data over longer distances than cable or DSL, making it excellent for any household with heavy internet users.

Xfinity offers the next-fastest internet in Jackson. Xfinity provides Jackson residents cable internet with download speeds up to 2 Gbps starting at $30 per month. In addition to extensive bundling options, Xfinity’s cable network features lower latency and higher reliability than DSL or mixed wireless options.

Jackson residents who might not have AT&T or Xfinity in their area can use EarthLink’s fiber internet service. EarthLink Fiber delivers download speeds up to . EarthLink customers can purchase one of its internet plans for as little as per month.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • Always ON
13.76%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • EarthLink
  • HughesNet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • AT&T
  • Xfinity
  • C Spire Fiber
97.64%

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Internet Availability in Jackson, MS

Jackson residents have 9 providers to choose from for wired internet, but with sweeping coverage from the nation’s top providers, finding a reliable connection won’t be challenging. Residents in Chimneyville can choose from AT&T Fiber or C Spire Fiber for fiber internet or Xfinity for cable.

C Spire covers more widespread areas of Jackson. Downtown Jackson and residents near Westchester Hills and Lake Hico can access the provider’s fiber network. While AT&T Fiber has 23.5% availability, its service is lacking, specifically in Jackson’s downtown area. Residents on the outskirts of Jackson near Woodland Hills, Carriage Hills, and east of Clinton can access AT&T Fiber.

For coverage that features a larger service area, Xfinity’s cable internet reaches 97.6% of Mississippi’s capital city. From Ridgeland to Florence, residents can enjoy sweeping coverage with minimal dead zones. Whether you’re living north of downtown in Northwest Hills or Woodland Hills, or you’re south of downtown near Garden Park or Grandview Heights, Xfinity has you covered.

Xfinity also boasts excellent service in the areas surrounding the Jackson-Evers International Airport. C Spire coverage is limited in this area, and outside the service area of AT&T Fiber.

Internet Provider Store Locations in Jackson, MS

Provider Connection Types in Jackson, MS

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Jackson, MS
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
68.7%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
97.61%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
23.96%

List of Internet Providers in Jackson, MS

Provider Type Top Speed
AT&T IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet 5 Gbps
Xfinity Cable 2 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
C Spire Fiber Fiber 1 Gbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps

Internet Providers in Jackson, MS

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 5 Gbps Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps. IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
Xfinity $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
EarthLink 5G Home Internet $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 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
C Spire Fiber $60/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
Always ON $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless

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