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| AT&T | $40.00 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 9.042% |
| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 88% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 150 Mbps | Cable | 88% |
C Spire  | - | - | Fiber-optic | 78% |
| Bay Springs Telephone Company | - | - | DSL | 54% |
| Bay Springs Telephone Company | - | - | Wired | 2.732% |
| Cameron Communications | - | - | DSL | 1.167% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?Ridgeland internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
24299
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.50%
2 providers - 90.82%
3 providers - 79.75%
4+ providers - 40.06%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Ridgeland 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 Ridgeland area will have access to DSL, which covers 98% of Ridgeland residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 88% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 78% of those living in Ridgeland.
There are seven internet providers serving the Ridgeland area, and 90.82% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Ridgeland's seven internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Ridgeland
The largest internet providers in Ridgeland are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Ridgeland.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Ridgeland residents, covering 88% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 88% of the area. Ridgeland’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Ridgeland residents.
AT&T DSL internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Ridgeland covering 88% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Ridgeland 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 $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Ridgeland, $42.49.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ridgeland, $2.02.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Ridgeland. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Ridgeland's providers, 316 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Ridgeland covering 88% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Ridgeland 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 Ridgeland, $42.49.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ridgeland, $2.02.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Ridgeland. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Ridgeland's providers, 316 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Oct 13, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Ridgeland covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Ridgeland 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Ridgeland, $42.49.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ridgeland, $2.02.
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 Ridgeland. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Ridgeland's providers, 316 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Ridgeland?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Ridgeland with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 9.042% of households in Ridgeland. The next fastest internet provider in Ridgeland is C Spire, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 78% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Ridgeland?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Ridgeland with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Ridgeland, $42.49.
Is fiber internet available in Ridgeland?
C Spire is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Ridgeland, covering 78% of the city. AT&T also offers fiber internet in Ridgeland and is available to 9.042% of households.
How can I lower my cable bill?
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.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
How do I change internet providers?
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
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