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| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 89% |
| Optimum | $40.00 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 53% |
Skynet Telecom 
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- | - | Fiber-optic | 3.700% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 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 Feb 14, 2023.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 95.10%
2 providers - 53.15%
3 providers - 3.70%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 59%, broadband coverage in the 72949 ZIP code is much lower than the rest of Arkansas - 91%, and much lower than broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 72949 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 53% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 39% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 21% of those living in the 72949 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 72949 area, and 53.15% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 72949, prices start at $40 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 72949 ZIP code are CenturyLink, Optimum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all in the 72949 ZIP code, covering 89% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Optimum, which covers 53% of the area. Ozark’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 72949 ZIP code.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 72949 ZIP code, covering 89% 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 $50/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Ozark, $56.25.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ozark, $0.65.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 72949 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ozark's providers, 37 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Optimum offers broadband to about half of households in the 72949 ZIP code, covering 53% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 72949 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $40/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Ozark, $56.25.
Optimum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.13 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ozark, $0.65.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in 72949 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 53% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ozark's providers, 37 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 72949 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 72949 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Ozark, $56.25.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ozark, $0.65.
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 72949 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Ozark's providers, 37 Mbps.
Optimum is the fastest internet provider in the 72949 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 53% of households in 72949. The next fastest internet provider in the 72949 ZIP code is Skynet Telecom, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 3.700% of the area.
Optimum offers the cheapest internet in the 72949 ZIP with service starting at $40/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Ozark, $56.25.
Skynet Telecom is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 72949 ZIP code, covering 3.700% of the city.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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