Sparta, TN High Speed Internet Service
There are a total of 4 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of Sparta, 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 Sparta:
Rank | Provider | Tech | Max Download Speed | Max Upload Speed | Availability |
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1 | Spectrum | Cable | 940 Mbps | 35 Mbps | 99.9% |
2 | Ben Lomand | Fiber | 1000 Mbps | 1000 Mbps | 69.2% |
3 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
4 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Sparta TN Internet Access Options
More internet service competition in a city encourages providers to continue to build out and improve their network in addition to keeping prices fair.
The following represents the percentage of population in Sparta which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:
Broadband Internet Speeds
Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Sparta are compared to White County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Tennessee overall?
Average download speeds in Sparta of 35.16 Mbps are faster than the White County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for Tennessee.
Sparta Internet Access Facts
There are 4 residential internet providers in Sparta, TN providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Sparta is 7.5% faster than the average in Tennessee and 8.5% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 1.6% of the White County population
The average internet download speed in Sparta is 35.16 Mbps based upon 23920 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 99.9% of the Sparta population
Fiber optic internet is available to 20.6% of Sparta residents
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 Sparta 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 Spectrum as the top provider for Sparta, Tennessee.
Who has the fastest internet service in Sparta?
Ben Lomand with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Sparta.
How do the internet speeds in Sparta compare to other cities in Tennessee?
Click through to see how the Sparta broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Harrison, Jackson, Midtown, Mooresburg, Mount Juliet, Oak Grove, Shelbyville
Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Sparta, Tennessee?
Spectrum provides broadband internet service to 99.9% of Sparta.
How many broadband service providers are there near me?
Currently there are 4 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Sparta, 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 Sparta, Tennessee?
The following zip codes were used: 38583
Sparta 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.
Spectrum
- 125+ channels
- Flexible packages
- 85,000 OnDemand titles
- All plans feature sports, breaking news, movies plus Spectrum Originals
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