Compare Flowood internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Flowood – 78 Mbps
MS – 97 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Flowood – 57 Mbps
MS – 51 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Flowood.
Internet providers in Flowood, MS
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Flowood, MS internet providers
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 77% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 18% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 82% |
C Spire  | - | - | Fiber-optic | 67% |
| Bay Springs Telephone Company | - | - | DSL | 9.035% |
| Cameron Communications | $30.00 | 6 - 15 Mbps | DSL | 5.580% |
| Bay Springs Telephone Company | - | - | Wired | 1.382% |
| 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Need help?Flowood internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
8081
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 86.33%
2 providers - 85.39%
3 providers - 69.62%
4+ providers - 6.53%
Source: FCC
At 88%, broadband coverage in Flowood is comparable to the rest of Mississippi - 95%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Flowood area will have access to cable, which covers 86% of Flowood residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 82% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 53% of those living in Flowood.
There are seven internet providers serving the Flowood area, and 85.39% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Flowood's seven internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Flowood
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| AT&T | 39 Mbps | 127 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 49 Mbps | 8 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Flowood.
Top high-speed internet providers in Flowood
The largest internet providers in Flowood are AT&T and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Flowood.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most Flowood residents, covering 77% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 18% of the area. Flowood’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 82% of Flowood residents.
AT&T DSL internet
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DSL from AT&T offers broadband to most households in Flowood covering 77% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Flowood 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 Flowood, $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, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Flowood, $2.17.
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 Flowood. These download speeds are available to 77% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Flowood's providers, 253 Mbps.
AT&T fiber-optic internet
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Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to a limited number of households in Flowood covering 18% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Flowood than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Flowood, $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, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Flowood, $2.17.
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 1,000 Mbps in Flowood. These download speeds are available to 18% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Flowood's providers, 253 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Flowood covering 82% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Flowood residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Flowood, $49.99.
Xfinity 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 Flowood, $2.17.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Flowood. These download speeds are available to 82% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Flowood's providers, 253 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Flowood, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Flowood, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Flowood and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Flowood at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Flowood at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Flowood residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Flowood with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 77% of households in Flowood. The next fastest internet provider in Flowood is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 18% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Flowood with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Flowood, $49.99.
C Spire is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Flowood, covering 67% of the city. AT&T also offers fiber internet in Flowood and is available to 18% of households.
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.
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
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.
