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

Paris, Arkansas Broadband Internet Service

Paris, 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 Paris. 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 Paris is CenturyLink. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	CenturyLink	DSL	100 Mbps	100 Mbps	46.5%
2	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
3	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

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

Broadband Internet Speeds

For most users, the average download speed of their internet service is more important than their upload speed. However, upload speed plays at least some role for all users.
Average upload speeds in Paris of 1.52 Mbps are faster than the Logan County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Arkansas.

Paris Internet Access Facts

There are 3 residential internet providers in Paris, AR providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Paris is 67.8% slower than the average in Arkansas and 74.6% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 56.0% of the Logan County population
The average internet download speed in Paris is 8.22 Mbps based upon 3976 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 96.6% of the Paris population
Fiber optic internet is available to 19.2% of Paris 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 Paris 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 CenturyLink as the top provider for Paris, Arkansas.

Who has the fastest internet service in Paris?

CenturyLink and ViaSat with a download speed of 100 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in Paris.

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

The following zip codes were used: 72855

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

Click through to see how the Paris broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Bentonville, Crossett, Green Forest, Hot Springs Village, Jonesboro, Midway, Sherwood

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 Paris, 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 Paris, Arkansas?

CenturyLink provides broadband internet service to 46.5% of Paris.

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.

Paris 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.