Fayetteville, AR Internet
Internet Providers in Fayetteville, AR
Compare every internet provider in Fayetteville, AR: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedOzarksGo is the best overall, with fiber speeds up to 2,500/2,500 Mbps reaching about 71% of Fayetteville. If AT&T fiber reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with speeds up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps reaching about 20% of the city. Where OzarksGo does not reach, Cox Communications is the broadest backup, mostly cable with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 63% of the city.
Local availability varies sharply: in Hillcrest, OzarksGo leads with about 42% of the ZIP, while AT&T fiber reaches about 34%, and East Fayetteville is nearly split between AT&T at about 41% and OzarksGo at about 40%. West Fayetteville is especially favorable to OzarksGo, reaching about 77%, while ZIP 72702 leans heavily toward AT&T fiber at about 73%; Wilson Park shoppers should still verify their specific street. Students near the University of Arkansas need reliable service for Zoom, streaming, and gaming, and some apartments or older buildings may still be stuck with DSL or copper infrastructure. T-Mobile and Verizon are worth checking as fixed wireless alternatives, but coverage changes street to street, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Fayetteville, AR
OzarksGo
Speeds up to 2,500 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 97% of all internet options in Arkansas
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fayetteville
Fiber means excellent everyday performance, with up to 2,500 Mbps download and upload speeds for fast streaming, gaming, large downloads, and multiple users. This fiber plan is a top-tier option with a 97/100 Speed Score, above Fayetteville’s 66 average, although availability depends on your address and reaches about 71% of the city.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About OzarksGo
Fiber internet means fast, dependable service for streaming, video calls, gaming, and multiple connected devices, and OzarksGo offers up to 2500 Mbps both ways. It is an excellent option at eligible addresses, with this fiber plan reaching about 71% of Fayetteville census blocks, so check your address to confirm availability.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig — faster than 93% of all internet options in Arkansas
- Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig$90/mo for 12 monthsCable2,000 MbpsDownload93Our score$90Per month
- Go Super Fast 1 Gig$70/mo for 12 monthsCable1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$70Per month
- Go Even Faster 500 Mbps$50/mo for 12 monthsCable500 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month
- Fast 300 Mbps$55/mo for 12 monthsCable300 MbpsDownload73Our score$55Per month
Source: Cox Communications official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fayetteville
Cox Communications is a strong, reliable cable option in Fayetteville, with a headline Speed Score of 93/100, well above the city average of 66. Its Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig plan offers up to 2000 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload for $90 per month, with availability to about 63% of the city. Cox’s cable service reaches only some addresses, so check availability at yours and compare the real-world needs of cable with other technologies offered nearby.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Cox Communications
Cox Communications is a strong option for most modern internet needs, with cable plans offering up to 2,000 Mbps download speeds and a top Speed Score of 93/100. Its Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig plan is available to about 63% of Fayetteville, while the other listed cable plans reach about 63% as well, so confirm service at your address before choosing.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed — faster than 97% of all internet options in Arkansas
- AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed$90/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 discount applies for 12 months on 1Gb+ plans) · $150 Visa reward cardFiber5,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$90Per month
- AT&T Fiber 1 GIG speed$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 off for 12 months; full plan cost due until discount starts within 3 bills) · $150 Visa reward cardFiber1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 500Mbps$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers, $15/mo discount for 12 months applies after up to 3 bill cycles) · $100 Visa reward cardFiber500 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 300Mbps$35/mo for 12 months (new customers, with AutoPay & paperless bill discount, wired connection to gateway) · $200 AT&T Visa Reward CardFiber300 MbpsDownload73Our score$35Per month
- AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new customers, no annual contract, AutoPay eligible for additional $5/mo discount)Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload73Our score$40Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fayetteville
At $90/mo for 12 months, AT&T Internet 5 GIG buys up to 5,000 Mbps both ways on fiber, with a Speed Score of 97/100, making it a top-tier option above Fayetteville’s city average of 66. Fiber availability depends on your address, and this plan reaches about 20% of the city, while the $35/mo Fiber 300Mbps plan reaches about 28% with up to 300 Mbps both ways and a 73/100 Speed Score, so check which fiber tier is available at your home.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About AT&T
At $35/mo for up to 300 Mbps or $50/mo for up to 1,000 Mbps both ways, AT&T offers excellent fiber value, with up to 5,000 Mbps both ways for $90/mo and a $150 reward card on the fastest plan. Fiber is available to about 28% of Fayetteville for the 1 GIG and 500Mbps plans, while the faster 5 GIG option reaches about 20%, so availability is highly address-dependent; elsewhere, Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps down and 30 Mbps up for $40/mo, which is adequate but may be less reliable for demanding modern use.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
ZING Broadband by PGTelco
Speeds up to 2,500 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 97% of all internet options in Arkansas
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fayetteville
ZING Broadband by PGTelco is a top-tier option, thanks to its fiber plan offering up to 2500 Mbps both ways with a 97/100 Speed Score, above Fayetteville’s 66 average. Fiber reaches about 8% of the city, so availability depends on your specific address. Where fiber is unavailable, its copper plans top out at up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload with a 14/100 score, or up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload with a 1/100 score, so consider checking other providers first for better performance.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About ZING Broadband by PGTelco
ZING Broadband by PGTelco is an excellent choice at addresses where its fiber is available, offering up to 2500 Mbps both ways with a Speed Score of 97/100 across about 8% of census blocks. Availability is address-dependent, and the fallback copper plans reach about 7% and 2% of census blocks with up to 50/10 Mbps or 10/1 Mbps, which may be inadequate for modern households, so check for the fiber option first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Kinetic by Windstream
Speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Plans range $24.99–$89.99 /mo *
Best plan here: Fiber Max 2 Gig — faster than 93% of all internet options in Arkansas
- Fiber Max 2 GigFiber2,000 MbpsDownload93Our score$89.99Per month
- Fiber 1 GigFiber1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$59.99Per month
- Fiber 300 MbpsFiber300 MbpsDownload73Our score$39.99Per month
- Fiber 100 MbpsFiber100 MbpsDownload19Our score$24.99Per month
Source: Kinetic by Windstream official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fayetteville
At $89.99/mo, Fiber Max 2 Gig buys up to 2,000 Mbps down and 2,000 Mbps up, making it an excellent, top-tier fiber option with a 93/100 Speed Score, above Fayetteville’s city average of 66. Kinetic also offers Fiber 1 Gig for $59.99/mo, with up to 1,000 Mbps both ways and an 82/100 score, offering strong value where available. Address availability is the key limitation: Fiber Max 2 Gig reaches about 1% of Fayetteville, while Fiber 1 Gig reaches about 2%, so check your address to confirm which plan is offered.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Kinetic by Windstream
For $24.99 to $89.99 per month, Kinetic by Windstream offers up to 100 Mbps to 2 Gig fiber, including excellent symmetrical speeds on its 1 Gig and 2 Gig plans and a solid up to 300 Mbps option. Those fiber plans are available to about 1% to about 2% of Fayetteville, so availability is highly address-dependent, and you should confirm a faster fiber option at your address before choosing this provider.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Madison County Telephone Company
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 82% of all internet options in Arkansas
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fayetteville
For shoppers weighing monthly cost against performance, Madison County Telephone Company’s fiber plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 82/100, making it an excellent choice and above Fayetteville’s average top speed score of 66. Fiber availability is address-dependent and reaches about 2% of the city, so the best plan may not be available at your home. Where fiber is unavailable, the 25/3 Mbps copper plan has a Speed Score of 5/100, while the 10/1 Mbps plan scores 1/100, both offering limited performance compared with alternatives.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Madison County Telephone Company
At the quoted monthly price, Madison County Telephone Company can be an excellent value where its fiber is available, offering up to 1000 Mbps both ways to about 2% of Fayetteville. Availability is highly address-dependent, and the fallback copper plans offer only up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload or up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload, so check for the fiber option or other faster providers first if your household streams, works from home, or has multiple users.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Best plan here: Brightspeed Internet up to 100 Mbps — slower than 81% of all internet options in Arkansas
- Brightspeed Internet up to 100 Mbps$65/mo for 12 months (qualifying Fiber Brightspeed customers; new customers for reward card) · $250 Reward CardDSL100 MbpsDownload19Our score$65Per month
Source: Brightspeed official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fayetteville
Brightspeed’s DSL plan offers up to 100 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload, enough for everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls in a smaller household. Its 19/100 Speed Score is below Fayetteville’s 66 average, so this is limited performance compared with alternatives and you should consider checking other providers first. Brightspeed’s technology varies by address, and the fiber referenced in its promotion may not be available at yours.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Brightspeed
Up to 100 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload can handle everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, but Brightspeed’s DSL option is below average and may feel limiting for busy households or demanding online use. Availability is very limited, reaching about 0% of Fayetteville, so check for faster fiber or cable service at your address before choosing this basic option.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 73% of all internet options in Arkansas
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload73Our score$60Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fayetteville
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making it a good option for streaming, work, and everyday home use, with a 73/100 Speed Score that is above Fayetteville’s city average of 66. Fixed wireless can vary more than wired connections, and this plan is available to about 37% of the city, so confirm that 5G Home reaches your address before signing up.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is a good fit for streaming, video calls, and typical home use, though performance can vary with wireless conditions. It is available to about 37% of Fayetteville, so check your address first, especially since this adequate technology may not match the consistency of fiber or cable where those faster options are available.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 80% of all internet options in Arkansas
- T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload80Our score$45Per month
- T-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload80Our score$55Per month
- T-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless400 MbpsDownload80Our score$35Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fayetteville
T-Mobile is a good fit for households that want a capable fixed-wireless connection for streaming, work, and everyday online use, with up to 500 Mbps download, 60 Mbps upload, and a Speed Score of 80/100, above Fayetteville’s city average of 66. Fixed wireless can be more variable than wired service, and these plans are available to about 49% of the city, so check your address before choosing a plan and compare other available technologies if reliability or low latency is a priority.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About T-Mobile
T-Mobile is a good fit for households that want solid everyday internet speeds without needing fiber, with plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload and a Speed Score of 80/100. Its fixed wireless service is available to about 49% of Fayetteville, so the best plan and pricing are address-dependent, and you should confirm availability before relying on it for heavier work, gaming, or multiple simultaneous users.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 80% of all internet options in Arkansas
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload80Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload57Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload19Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fayetteville
Satellite internet offers broad coverage, but its higher latency can make activities like video calls, gaming, and interactive apps feel less responsive than wired connections. Starlink’s Residential Max plan provides up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130/mo, with an 80/100 Speed Score that is above Fayetteville’s city average of 66. It is listed as available to 100.0% of Fayetteville, but check your address for any lower-latency wired alternatives before choosing satellite.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Starlink
Satellite internet provides broad reach and Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, making it a strong option for streaming, video calls, and multiple connected devices, though satellite latency can affect gaming and other real-time activities. Starlink reaches 100.0% of Fayetteville with each listed plan, including less expensive options of up to 200 Mbps for $85/mo or 100 Mbps for $55/mo, but check your address for fiber or cable first because those technologies generally provide a better everyday experience.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 82% of all internet options in Arkansas
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload18Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload13Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fayetteville
Viasat Inc is a limited-performance satellite option compared with alternatives in Fayetteville, so consider checking what else is available at your address first. Viasat Essentials offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with a Speed Score of 18/100, below the city average of 66. Satellite service reaches about 90% of the city, but address-level availability and satellite latency can make it less suitable for demanding online activities.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly an adequate fallback, not a first choice, because its satellite plans have below-average Speed Scores and speeds of up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload. Viasat Essentials is the better value at $69.99 per month and is available to 90% of Fayetteville, but satellite service can struggle with latency and modern high-bandwidth needs, so check your address for faster fiber or cable options first.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 81% of all internet options in Arkansas
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload19Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload14Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload5Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fayetteville
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 19/100 Speed Score is below the city average of 66, making it a weak value for the performance. As a satellite service, it has limited performance compared to alternatives, especially for latency-sensitive activities, so consider checking other providers first. Fusion is listed as available to 100.0% of Fayetteville, but confirm availability and expected performance at your specific address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About HughesNet
At $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet offers up to 25 to 100 Mbps download speeds, but its satellite service has below-average performance and may not provide the responsiveness needed for modern streaming, gaming, or multiple users. It reaches 100.0% of Fayetteville, making it a practical fallback where faster internet is unavailable, but check your address for fiber, cable, or other faster options first, especially since the introductory prices increase after 12 months.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Fayetteville
All 26 product lines from the 9 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 26 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload80Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Cox CommunicationsGo Beyond Fast 2 Gig$90/mo for 12 months2,000 MbpsDownload93Our score$90Per month~63.4%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload57Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Cox CommunicationsGo Super Fast 1 Gig$70/mo for 12 months1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$70Per month~63.4%CoverageCable
- Cox CommunicationsGo Even Faster 500 Mbps$50/mo for 12 months500 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month~63.4%CoverageCable
- Cox CommunicationsFast 300 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months300 MbpsDownload73Our score$55Per month~63.4%CoverageCable
- T-MobileT-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard400 MbpsDownload80Our score$35$50Per month~48.5%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard500 MbpsDownload80Our score$45$60Per month~48.5%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard500 MbpsDownload80Our score$55$70Per month~48.5%CoverageFixed Wireless
- Verizon5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)300 MbpsDownload73Our score$60Per month~37.3%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Best Fit by Household Type in Fayetteville
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Cox Communications Go Even Faster 500 Mbps for $50/mo promotional starting rate, reaching about 63% of Fayetteville.
Its common cable tier supports shared streaming, coursework, and video calls across much of Fayetteville.
Check first: Confirm Cox availability at your University of Arkansas-area address before relying on the promotional rate.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose OzarksGo fiber up to 2,500/2,500 Mbps where available, reaching about 71% of Fayetteville.
Symmetrical fiber supports demanding video meetings, cloud work, and multiple simultaneous users.
Check first: OzarksGo availability is address-specific despite reaching about 71% citywide.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose AT&T fiber up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps where available, reaching about 20% of Fayetteville.
Its highest fiber tier offers the city's fastest listed speeds for heavy streaming and gaming households.
Check first: The 5,000 Mbps fiber tier is limited to about 20% of Fayetteville.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Use Starlink Residential 100 Mbps at $55/mo promotional starting rate, available everywhere in Fayetteville.
Starlink provides the broadest address reach when wired providers do not reach a home.
Check first: Verify current promotional terms and equipment requirements before ordering.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Fayetteville
Hillcrest 72701
OzarksGo is currently the strongest option for Symmetrical fiber performance.
OzarksGo reaches about 42% of 72701, while AT&T fiber reaches about 34%.
East Fayetteville 72703
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Fast fiber where available.
AT&T fiber reaches about 41% of 72703, narrowly exceeding OzarksGo at about 40%.
West Fayetteville 72704
OzarksGo is currently the strongest option for Broadest local fiber reach.
OzarksGo reaches about 77% of 72704, with ZING fiber reaching about 6%.
ZIP 72702
AT&T is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber access.
AT&T fiber reaches about 73% of 72702, substantially ahead of Cox at about 12%.
Internet providers near Fayetteville
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Fayetteville, check the neighboring market directly.
Fayetteville Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Fayetteville, AR?
OzarksGo is the best overall provider, with fiber up to 2,500/2,500 Mbps reaching about 71% of Fayetteville. AT&T is faster where available, offering 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber to about 20%, so check your address before choosing.
What is the fastest internet in Fayetteville, AR?
AT&T has the fastest listed service: 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 20% of Fayetteville. OzarksGo reaches about 71% with 2,500/2,500 Mbps fiber, making it the stronger overall choice when AT&T's faster tier is unavailable.
Which internet provider covers the most of Fayetteville, AR?
T-Mobile has the largest non-satellite footprint at about 77% of Fayetteville, while satellite service is available everywhere. T-Mobile's 400 Mbps and 500 Mbps home plans reach about 48%, so coverage and plan availability must be checked separately.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Fayetteville, AR?
Kinetic by Windstream Fiber 100 Mbps is the cheapest plan at $24.99/mo promotional starting rate, delivering 100 Mbps and reaching about 2% of Fayetteville. It is inexpensive but address-limited, so confirm eligibility before treating it as an option.
Can I get fiber internet in Fayetteville?
Six listed providers offer fiber somewhere in Fayetteville, with OzarksGo reaching about 71% and AT&T fiber reaching about 28% at its 1,000 Mbps tier. Fiber availability varies sharply by address, including across Hillcrest, East Fayetteville, West Fayetteville, and ZIP 72702.
What internet speed do I need in Fayetteville?
A 300 Mbps plan covers common work, streaming, and gaming needs, while 1,000 Mbps or more suits busy households; 12 providers are listed in Fayetteville. Compare the tier's own reach, because AT&T's 5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 20% and OzarksGo's 2,500 Mbps fiber about 71%.
What internet providers serve Hillcrest in Fayetteville?
Four provider entries appear in ZIP 72701, led by OzarksGo at about 42% and AT&T fiber at about 34%. Cox's 2,000 Mbps cable tiers reach about 11% and 7%, so Hillcrest addresses should be checked individually for the fastest technology.
How We Analyze Internet in Fayetteville
FCC Broadband Data
We use the FCC National Broadband Map, updated twice a year with provider-reported coverage at the census block level.
Speed Score
A state-wide percentile of each plan’s maximum advertised download speed against every option filed with the FCC in the state, all technologies on one scale. It is not a measured speed test.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Fayetteville report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Fayetteville
How We Calculate Speed Score
The Speed Score is a state-wide percentile from 0 to 100. It answers one question: of every internet option filed with the FCC in this state, across every technology, what share is slower than this plan’s maximum advertised download speed?
What goes in:
- The plan’s maximum advertised download speed, as the provider files it with the FCC and lists it for sale.
- Every other serviceable option in the state from the FCC Broadband Data Collection, counted by the census blocks it reaches.
Speed Score = share of the state’s filed options with a lower advertised download speed
A score of 85 means this plan’s advertised speed beats 85% of the options filed in the state. Fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite are all on the same scale, so a 1,000 Mbps plan scores the same whoever sells it.
What it is not: a measured speed test. It does not include latency, upload speed, reliability or congestion. Real throughput at an address varies with wiring, equipment and time of day.
How providers are ordered on this page: each provider’s tier scores are averaged across the census blocks it serves, then multiplied by the share of the city it reaches. Wired providers rank ahead of wireless-only ones, and satellite last, because their filings describe a signal footprint rather than a plant. The same rule sets the title and the 30-second verdict.
Data source: FCC National Broadband Map (Broadband Data Collection), republished roughly twice a year; provider plan lists checked monthly.
How We Calculate Capabilities
Estimated Capabilities predict how well each internet plan supports common household activities based on speed requirements and connection type.
Rating Scale:
- Excellent – Optimal performance, handles peak usage easily
- Good – Reliable performance with minimal issues
- Fair – Functional but may experience slowdowns during heavy use
- Poor – Not recommended; expect frequent buffering or lag
How We Rate Each Category:
Streaming
Based on download speed. 4K streaming requires 25+ Mbps per stream; HD requires 5+ Mbps. We account for multiple simultaneous streams.
Multi-device
Evaluates total bandwidth capacity divided by typical household device count (phones, tablets, smart TVs, computers). Fiber and cable handle many devices better than DSL or satellite.
Gaming
Considers both upload speed (for sending game data) and latency (ping time). Fiber and cable excel here; satellite connections struggle due to inherent signal delay.
Whole Home
Assesses whether the connection can reliably serve an entire household during peak evening hours. Factors in technology type (shared vs. dedicated bandwidth) and total speed capacity.
Note: Actual performance depends on your specific location, network congestion, and equipment quality.