Best Dresden Internet Service Providers

There are a total of 4 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of Dresden, Tennessee and meet the minimum accepted broadband definition of 25 Mbps download speed. Our proprietary ranking calculation takes into account different aspects of useable download speed, upload speed and coverage area. For example, an increase of 100 Mbps download speed from 200 Mbps to 300 Mbps is much more significant for users than an increase from 1000 Mbps to 1100Mpbs. Also, for nearly all users download speed is much more important than upload speed. Our ranked ordering of internet service providers in Dresden:

Rank Provider Tech Max Download Speed Max Upload Speed Availability
1West Kentucky RuralFiber1000 Mbps1000 Mbps94.6%
2FrontierDSL115 Mbps7 Mbps90.1%
3ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
4HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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Dresden TN Internet Access Options

When it comes to high speed internet availability, download speeds and overall customer satisfaction, cities with more than a single provider more often than not lead in all of these categories.
Does Dresden have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

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Broadband Internet Speeds

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Dresden are compared to Weakley County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Tennessee overall?
Average download speeds in Dresden of 44.02 Mbps are faster than the Weakley County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for Tennessee.

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Dresden Internet Access Facts

  • The average download speed in Dresden is 34.6% faster than the average in Tennessee and 35.9% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • DSL internet is available to 28.3% of the Weakley County population

  • The average internet download speed in Dresden is 44.02 Mbps based upon 2984 measurements taken in the last 12 months

  • Cable internet is available to 0.0% of the Dresden population

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 99.2% of Dresden residents

  • There are 4 residential internet providers in Dresden, TN providing service to at least 15% of the city

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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 Dresden 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 West Kentucky Rural as the top provider for Dresden, Tennessee.

How do the internet speeds in Dresden compare to other cities in Tennessee?

Click through to see how the Dresden broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Jamestown, Kingston Springs, Lebanon, Plainview, Sale Creek, Selmer, Walden

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 4 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Dresden, TN residents.

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.

What is Mbps?

Mbps is an abbreviation for Megabits Per Second and represents the rate of data transmission. A larger value for download Mbps or upload Mbps means a file will take less time to be sent than it will with an internet connection with a lower Mbps.

What download speed do I need to stream movies?

For HD movies and shows Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu all recommend a minimum of 5 Mbps. Streaming 4K/UHD content requires a minimum of 25 Mbps for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Dresden, Tennessee?

The following zip codes were used: 38225

Who has the fastest internet service in Dresden?

West Kentucky Rural with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Dresden.




Dresden 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.


DISH

  • 290+ channels
  • Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
  • 4 video package tiers
  • Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
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Hulu Live TV

  • 75+ channels
  • Access to premium Hulu originals
  • Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
  • 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
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YouTube TV

  • 85+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
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DIRECTV stream

  • 140+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network and sports coverage
  • Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
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fuboTV

  • 180+ channels
  • 1000 hours of cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages
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Sling

  • 50+ channels
  • 50 hours of DVR storage
  • No annual contracts
  • Up to 4 simultaneous streams across a wide variety of devices
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