| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 97% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 4.434% |
Cam-Tel Company  | $29.95 | 50 - 250 Mbps | Cable | 88% |
| Indco Cable | $39.95 | - | Cable | 11% |
| Ritter Communications | $57.95 | 6 - 50 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 2.537% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Indco Cable | $39.95 | - | Wireless | 0.011% |
*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 - 98.94%
2 providers - 89.63%
3 providers - 16.41%
4+ providers - 0.52%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Searcy 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 Searcy area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Searcy residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 90% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 35% of those living in Searcy.
There are seven internet providers serving the Searcy area, and 89.63% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Searcy's seven internet providers, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| HughesNet | 8.0 Mbps | 1.0 Mbps | Satellite |
| Ritter Communications | 133.0 Mbps | 62.0 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
| AT&T | 211.0 Mbps | 179.0 Mbps | DSL |
| CenturyLink | 12.0 Mbps | 4.0 Mbps | DSL |
| Indco Cable | 23.0 Mbps | 11.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Viasat | 10.0 Mbps | 3.0 Mbps | Satellite |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Searcy.
The largest internet providers in Searcy are AT&T, Cam-Tel Company, and Indco Cable bringing DSL and cable options to Searcy.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Searcy residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Cam-Tel Company, which covers 88% of the area. Searcy’s third most-available internet provider, Indco Cable, offers cable to around 11% of Searcy residents.
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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 AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Searcy covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Searcy 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 AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Searcy, $52.55.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Searcy, $2.77.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Searcy. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Searcy's providers, 48 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 Cam-Tel Company offers broadband to nearly all households in Searcy covering 88% of the area.
Cam-Tel Company’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Searcy residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cam-Tel Company start at $29.95/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Searcy, $52.55.
Cam-Tel Company customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Searcy, $2.77.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cam-Tel Company offers download speeds up to 250 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Searcy. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Searcy's providers, 48 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 Indco Cable offers broadband to a limited number of households in Searcy covering 11% of the area.
Indco Cable’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Searcy residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Indco Cable start at $39.95/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Searcy, $52.55.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Indco Cable offers download speeds up to 4 Mbps and upload speeds up to 0.768 Mbps in Searcy. These download speeds are available to 11% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Searcy's providers, 48 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Searcy, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Searcy, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Searcy and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Searcy at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Searcy at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Searcy residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Searcy may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Searcy DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Searcy with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in Searcy. The next fastest internet provider in Searcy is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 4.434% of the area.
Cam-Tel Company offers the cheapest internet in Searcy with plans starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Searcy, $52.55.
Ritter Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Searcy, covering 2.537% of the city.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
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.
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.
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