Internet providers in 71241

71241 internet providers

Provider
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 Mbps DSL 42%
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 Mbps Cable 1.020%
CenturyLink $50.00 ** 10 - 940 Mbps DSL 13%
Bayou Cable $29.99 10 - 75 Mbps Cable 10%
Hunt Telecommunications - 25 - 6 Mbps DSL 1.870%
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71241 internet service at a glance

At 82%, broadband coverage in the 71241 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Louisiana - 90%, and slightly lower than broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.

The vast majority of those living in the 71241 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 72% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 67% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 1.220% of those living in the 71241 ZIP code.

There are seven internet providers serving the 71241 area, and 11.38% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 71241, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.

Top high-speed internet providers in 71241

The largest internet providers serving the 71241 ZIP code are AT&T, CenturyLink, and Bayou Cable bringing DSL and cable options to the area.

DSL internet from AT&T is available to many in the 71241 ZIP code, covering 42% of households. Some will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 13% of the area. Farmerville’s third most-available internet provider, Bayou Cable, offers cable to around 10% of residents in the 71241 ZIP code.

AT&T DSL internet

Provider
AT&T
Starting price*
$55/mo.
Max download speed

5,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

0.768 Mbps

Average availability

42%

DSL from AT&T offers broadband to about half of households in the 71241 ZIP code, covering 42% of the area.

DSL internet from AT&T 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 AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Farmerville, $49.99.

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 Farmerville, $2.50.

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 0.768 Mbps in 71241 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 42% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Farmerville's providers, 42 Mbps.

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CenturyLink DSL internet

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

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

2 Mbps

Average availability

13%

DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 71241 ZIP code, covering 13% 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Farmerville, $49.99.

CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Farmerville, $2.50.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in 71241 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 13% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Farmerville's providers, 42 Mbps.

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Bayou Cable cable internet

Provider

Bayou Cable

Starting price*
$29.99/mo.
Max download speed

75 Mbps

Max upload speed

4 Mbps

Average availability

10%

Cable from Bayou Cable offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 71241 ZIP code, covering 10% of the area.

Bayou Cable’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 71241 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Bayou Cable start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Farmerville, $49.99.

Bayou Cable customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Farmerville, $2.50.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Bayou Cable offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 4 Mbps in 71241 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 10% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Farmerville's providers, 42 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 71241 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 71241 and the greater Farmerville area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Farmerville at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Farmerville at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 71241 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Internet providers in 71241 frequently asked questions

AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 71241 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 42% of households in 71241. The next fastest internet provider in the 71241 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 1.020% of the area.

Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 71241 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Farmerville, $49.99.

Hunt Telecommunications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 71241 ZIP code, covering 1.280% of the city.

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.

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.

No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.