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CenturyLink  | $45.00 | 20 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 88% |
| Suddenlink | $30.00 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 78% |
| Mountain View Telephone Co | - | - | Fiber-optic | 16% |
| Ritter Communications | - | - | Fiber-optic | 1.430% |
| Mountain View Telephone Co | - | - | DSL | 0.370% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Jun 27, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.44%
2 providers - 78.54%
3 providers - 15.77%
4+ providers - 0.08%
Source: FCC
At 98%, broadband coverage in the 72653 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Arkansas - 91%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 72653 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 97% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 78% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 17% of those living in the 72653 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 72653 area, and 78.54% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 72653, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Ritter Communications | 90 Mbps | 43 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
| Viasat | 27 Mbps | 3 Mbps | Satellite |
| CenturyLink | 45 Mbps | 37 Mbps | DSL |
| HughesNet | 28 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Satellite |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Mountain Home.
The largest internet providers serving the 72653 ZIP code are CenturyLink, Suddenlink, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all in the 72653 ZIP code, covering 88% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Suddenlink, which covers 78% of the area. Mountain Home’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 72653 ZIP code.
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 27, 2022.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 72653 ZIP code, covering 88% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Mountain Home, $46.25.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.25 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Mountain Home, $1.19.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 72653 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Mountain Home's providers, 284 Mbps.
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 27, 2022.
Cable from Suddenlink offers broadband to most households in the 72653 ZIP code, covering 78% of the area.
Suddenlink’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 72653 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Suddenlink start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Mountain Home, $46.25.
Suddenlink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Mountain Home, $1.19.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Suddenlink offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in 72653 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 78% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Mountain Home's providers, 284 Mbps.
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 27, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 72653 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 72653 ZIP where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Mountain Home, $46.25.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Mountain Home, $1.19.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 72653 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Mountain Home's providers, 284 Mbps.
Suddenlink is the fastest internet provider in the 72653 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 78% of households in 72653. The next fastest internet provider in the 72653 ZIP code is Mountain View Telephone Co, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 16% of the area.
Suddenlink offers the cheapest internet in the 72653 ZIP with service starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Mountain Home, $46.25.
Mountain View Telephone Co is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 72653 ZIP code, covering 16% of the city. Ritter Communications also offers fiber internet in 72653 and is available to 1.430% of households.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
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