*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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 94.56%
2 providers - 72.23%
3 providers - 38.66%
4+ providers - 11.75%
Source: FCC
At 98%, broadband coverage in the 39465 ZIP code 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 39465 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 83% of households. 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 28% of those living in the 39465 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 39465 area, and 72.23% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 39465, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 39465 ZIP code are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 39465 ZIP code, covering 53% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 85% of the area. Petal’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 39465 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 AT&T offers broadband to about half of households in the 39465 ZIP code, covering 53% 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Petal, $54.99.
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 Petal, $2.29.
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 2 Mbps in 39465 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 53% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Petal's providers, 53 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 Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 39465 ZIP code, covering 85% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 39465 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 Petal, $54.99.
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 Petal, $2.29.
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 39465 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 85% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Petal's providers, 53 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 39465 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 39465 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 Petal, $54.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Petal, $2.29.
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 39465 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Petal's providers, 53 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 39465 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 53% of households in 39465. The next fastest internet provider in the 39465 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 85% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 39465 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Petal, $54.99.
C Spire is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 39465 ZIP code, covering 46% 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.
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.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
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