Best Plantersville Internet Service Providers
Plantersville, MS has a total of 4 options for high speed internet providers that meet the minimum broadband download speed of 25 Mbps. It can be understandably confusing when trying to determine which of these broadband providers to choose. Hopefully we can eliminate some of the guesswork for you by applying our ranking algorithm to those 4 internet service options in Plantersville. The calculation we perform considers the download connection speed, upload connection speed, population covered and overall value provided by each company. Based upon that calculation, our top choice for Plantersville is Telapex. A summary of all the results:
Rank | Provider | Tech | Max Download Speed | Max Upload Speed | Availability |
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1 | Telapex | Fiber | 1000 Mbps | 1000 Mbps | 67.2% |
2 | Xfinity | Cable | 200 Mbps | 10 Mbps | 94.2% |
3 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
4 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Plantersville MS Internet Access Options
Studies have shown that the competition from having two or more broadband internet providers in a community leads to lower prices and better overall service.
The chart below graphs the segment of the population which has a choice of internet providers at four different ranges of download speeds.
Broadband Internet Speeds
For most users, the average download speed of their internet service is more important than their upload speed. However, upload speed plays at least some role for all users.
Average upload speeds in Plantersville of 1.88 Mbps are slower than the Lee County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Mississippi.
Plantersville Internet Access Facts
DSL internet is available to 70.4% of Plantersville residents
There are 4 residential internet providers in Plantersville, MS providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Plantersville is 38.9% faster than the average in Mississippi and 0.8% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 1.7% of the Lee County population
The average internet download speed in Plantersville is 32.13 Mbps based upon 424 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 94.2% of the Plantersville population
Internet Access Technologies
DSL, Cable, Fiber and Fixed Wireless are four common types of technology used to provide internet access. The following chart shows the percentage of Plantersville residents who have access to each of these technology types.
Internet Service FAQs
Who has the best internet service near me?
Our proprietary algorithm that takes into consideration download speed, upload speed, availability and overall value ranks Telapex as the top provider for Plantersville, Mississippi.
Who has the fastest internet service in Plantersville?
Telapex with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Plantersville.
What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Plantersville, Mississippi?
The following zip codes were used: 38801, 38804 and 38862
What internet download speed do I need?
Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Plantersville internet service.
Speed | Devices | Typical Usage |
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25+ Mbps | 1-2 devices | Web browsing Music streaming HD video streaming |
100+ Mbps | 3-5 devices | Video conferencing 4K video streaming Online gaming |
1000+ Mbps | 6+ devices | Multiple video or 4K streams Zero latency gaming |
How do the internet speeds in Plantersville compare to other cities in Mississippi?
Click through to see how the Plantersville broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Ecru, Lynchburg, Magnolia, Mccomb, Richton, Saucier, Summit
Is there fiber internet service near me?
Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Plantersville - Telapex.
What is DSL internet service?
DSL provides internet service via phone lines but at speeds typically 100x or more than old fashioned dial-up service over those same phone lines. Download speeds are typically slower than cable, but DSL is more likely to be available in a remote location than cable.
Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Plantersville, Mississippi?
Xfinity provides broadband internet service to 94.2% of Plantersville.
What is cable internet service?
Cable internet service streams data through the same coaxial cables used for cable television. In nearly all instances cable internet will be faster than DSL. Cable internet is available to nearly 90% of Americans but does not have as much coverage in remote areas as DSL.
Plantersville Cable TV, Satellite TV and Streaming Services
Our ranking of internet service plans can make choosing a new provider fairly easy. Selecting a TV provider is more difficult as additional variables are involved. If you are a heavy TV viewer and/or watch in multiple rooms at the same time, a traditional cable TV package or satellite TV provider may be the best option for you. However, if you live in a rental property or a heavily wooded area, satellite TV may not be a viable option. Streaming TV packages can be a good option for many, especially if your internet plan does not have a data limit. Read through the pros and cons of the various TV packages available to you and chose the best match to your viewing needs.
Xfinity
- 260+ channels
- Award winning voice remote
- Customize your plan
- Watch TV, DVR and OnDemand anywhere with the Xfinity Stream app
DISH
- 290+ channels
- Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
- 4 video package tiers
- Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
Hulu Live TV
- 75+ channels
- Access to premium Hulu originals
- Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
- 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
YouTube TV
- 85+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
DIRECTV stream
- 140+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network and sports coverage
- Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
fuboTV
- 180+ channels
- 1000 hours of cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages