Compare 38801 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Tupelo – 137 Mbps
MS – 97 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Tupelo – 44 Mbps
MS – 51 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Tupelo.
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AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 72% |
AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 3.500% |
Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 95% |
Buckeye Broadband | $19.99 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 4.220% |
C Spire | - | - | Fiber-optic | 49% |
Bay Springs Telephone Company | - | - | DSL | 36% |
Bay Springs Telephone Company | - | - | Wired | 0.460% |
HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Tristate Internet | $44.98 | 12 - 50 Mbps | Wireless | 29% |
*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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.44%
2 providers - 87.34%
3 providers - 60.04%
4+ providers - 19.85%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 38801 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 38801 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 98% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 89% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 39% of those living in the 38801 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 38801 area, and 87.34% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 38801, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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Xfinity | 111 Mbps | 14 Mbps | Cable |
AT&T | 126 Mbps | 80 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Tupelo.
The largest internet providers serving the 38801 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 38801 ZIP code, covering 72% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 95% of the area. Tupelo’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 38801 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to most households in the 38801 ZIP code, covering 72% 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 Tupelo, $47.99.
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 Tupelo, $2.00.
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 38801 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 72% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Tupelo's providers, 224 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 38801 ZIP code, covering 95% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 38801 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 Tupelo, $47.99.
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 Tupelo, $2.00.
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 38801 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Tupelo's providers, 224 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 38801 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 38801 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Tupelo, $47.99.
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 Tupelo, $2.00.
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 38801 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Tupelo's providers, 224 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 38801 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 72% of households in 38801. The next fastest internet provider in the 38801 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 3.500% of the area.
Buckeye Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 38801 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Tupelo, $47.99.
C Spire is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 38801 ZIP code, covering 49% of the city. AT&T also offers fiber internet in 38801 and is available to 3.500% of households.
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
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