Who is our top ranked provider in Augusta AR? [Updated]

Best Augusta Internet Service Providers

Augusta, AR has a total of 3 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 3 internet service options in Augusta. 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 Augusta is ViaSat. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
2	CenturyLink	DSL	80 Mbps	10 Mbps	39.8%
3	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Augusta AR 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 Augusta which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:

Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Augusta compare to Woodruff County? The average speed in Augusta is 6.02 Mbps which is slower than Woodruff County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the Arkansas average of 25.5 Mbps.

Augusta Internet Access Facts

The average download speed in Augusta is 76.4% slower than the average in Arkansas and 81.4% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 50.2% of the Woodruff County population
The average internet download speed in Augusta is 6.02 Mbps based upon 1200 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 0.0% of the Augusta population
Fiber optic internet is available to 10.7% of Augusta residents
There are 3 residential internet providers in Augusta, AR providing service to at least 15% of the city

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 Augusta 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 ViaSat as the top provider for Augusta, Arkansas.

Who has the fastest internet service in Augusta?

ViaSat with a download speed of 100 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Augusta.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Augusta, Arkansas?

The following zip codes were used: 72006

How do the internet speeds in Augusta compare to other cities in Arkansas?

Click through to see how the Augusta broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Blytheville, Camden, El Dorado, Elm Springs, Horatio, Mountain Home, Prairie Grove

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Most likely there is not. Our latest information shows there are no fiber internet providers offering coverage to more than 15% of the Augusta, Arkansas population.

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 Augusta, Arkansas?

CenturyLink provides broadband internet service to 39.8% of Augusta.

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 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.

Augusta 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.