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

Bull Shoals, Arkansas Broadband Internet Service

Bull Shoals, AR 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 Bull Shoals. 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 Bull Shoals is NATCO Communications. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	NATCO Communications	Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	50.0%
2	Optimum	Cable	1000 Mbps	50 Mbps	49.0%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Bull Shoals AR 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

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Bull Shoals are compared to Marion County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Arkansas overall?
Average download speeds in Bull Shoals of 16.96 Mbps are faster than the Marion County average download speeds and slower than the statewide average for Arkansas.

Bull Shoals Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Bull Shoals is 5.78 Mbps. This is 11.2% slower than the average in Arkansas and 50.2% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Bull Shoals is 40.5% faster than the Marion County average and 47.7% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Bull Shoals is 5.78 Mbps. This is 95.9% faster than the Marion County average and 50.2% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 43.7% of Marion County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 41.3% of Marion County residents
The average internet download speed in Marion County is 12.07 Mbps based upon 19368 samples taken in the past year

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 Bull Shoals 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 NATCO Communications as the top provider for Bull Shoals, Arkansas.

Who has the fastest internet service in Bull Shoals?

NATCO Communications and Optimum with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in Bull Shoals.

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

The following zip codes were used: 72619 and 72634

What is fiber internet service?

Fiber internet service transmits data by sending pulses of light over thin glass fiber optic cable. In most cases fiber internet service download speeds will be faster than cable or DSL, however, fiber service is limited with less than half of Americans living in an area with fiber coverage.

What internet download speed do I need?

Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Bull Shoals internet service.

Speed	Devices	Typical Usage
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 Bull Shoals compare to other cities in Arkansas?

Click through to see how the Bull Shoals broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Corning, Farmington, Fayetteville, Gravette, Helena West Helena, Johnson, Manila

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Bull Shoals - NATCO Communications.

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 Bull Shoals, Arkansas?

NATCO Communications provides broadband internet service to 50.0% of Bull Shoals.

Bull Shoals 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.