Newark, AR High Speed Internet Service
Newark, 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 Newark. 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 Newark 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 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
3 | AT&T | DSL | 25 Mbps | 5 Mbps | 36.6% |
Newark 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
How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Newark compare to Independence County? The average speed in Newark is 8.1 Mbps which is slower than Independence County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the Arkansas average of 25.5 Mbps.
Newark Internet Access Facts
The average upload speed in Newark is 1.17 Mbps. This is 68.2% slower than the Independence County average and 89.9% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 71.2% of Independence County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 33.1% of Independence County residents
The average internet download speed in Independence County is 14.06 Mbps based upon 36240 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Newark is 68.2% slower than the average in Arkansas and 75% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average internet download speed in Newark is 8.1 Mbps based upon 1016 measurements taken in the last 12 months
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 Newark 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 Newark, Arkansas.
Who has the fastest internet service in Newark?
ViaSat with a download speed of 100 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Newark.
What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Newark, Arkansas?
The following zip codes were used: 72562
How do the internet speeds in Newark compare to other cities in Arkansas?
Click through to see how the Newark broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Bull Shoals, Charleston, Crossett, Dardanelle, Newark, Rogers, West Memphis
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.
What is fixed wireless internet service?
Fixed wireless internet is typical used in rural areas where there are no buried telephone or cable lines. An antenna is attached to the home or business which transmits and receives data from access point towers. Download speeds are typically much better than with satellite.
Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Newark, Arkansas?
AT&T provides broadband internet service to 36.6% of Newark.
How many broadband service providers are there near me?
Currently there are 3 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Newark, AR 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.
Newark 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
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
Sling
- 50+ channels
- 50 hours of DVR storage
- No annual contracts
- Up to 4 simultaneous streams across a wide variety of devices