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Internet providers in Ward, AR

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Ward, AR internet providers

Provider
CenturyLink $50.00 ** 10 - 940 MbpsDSL88%
Optimum $40.00 300 - 1,000 MbpsCable99%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%

*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 Sep 23, 2022.

**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.

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Ward internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    1000 Mbps

    Provider: Optimum

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    4074

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 99.05%

    2 providers - 95.65%

    3 providers - 0%

    4+ providers - 0%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 100%

    DSL - 96%

    Fiber - 0.000%

    Source: FCC

At 100%, broadband coverage in Ward 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 Ward area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Ward residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Ward, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.

There are four internet providers serving the Ward area, and 95.65% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Ward's four internet providers, prices start at $40 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.

Results from real users

Average internet speeds in Ward

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
CenturyLink 26 Mbps 19 Mbps DSL
Optimum 75 Mbps 8 Mbps Cable

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Ward.

Compare Ward internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Ward – 122 Mbps

    AR – 101 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Ward – 74 Mbps

    AR – 40 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Ward.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Ward

The largest internet providers in Ward are CenturyLink, Optimum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Ward.

DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Ward residents, covering 88% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Optimum, which covers 99% of the area. Ward’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Ward residents.

CenturyLink DSL internet

Provider
CenturyLink
Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

10 Mbps

Average availability

88%

*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 Sep 23, 2022.

DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Ward covering 88% of the area.

DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Ward 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 Ward, $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 Ward, $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 Ward. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ward's providers, 70 Mbps.

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Optimum cable internet

Provider
Optimum
Starting price*
$40/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

15 Mbps

Average availability

99%

*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 Sep 23, 2022.

Cable from Optimum offers broadband to all households in Ward covering 99% of the area.

Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Ward 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 Ward, $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 Ward, $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 15 Mbps in Ward. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ward's providers, 70 Mbps.

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HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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 Sep 23, 2022.

Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Ward covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Ward 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 Ward, $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 Ward, $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 Ward. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Ward's providers, 70 Mbps.

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Internet provider frequently asked questions

Optimum is the fastest internet provider in Ward with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Ward. The next fastest internet provider in Ward is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 88% of the area.

Optimum offers the cheapest internet in Ward with plans starting at $40/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Ward, $56.25.

If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.

Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.

Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.

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.

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