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

Van Buren, AR High Speed Internet Service

Van Buren, AR has a total of 5 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 5 internet service options in Van Buren. 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 Van Buren is Cox. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Cox	Cable	1000 Mbps	35 Mbps	49.5%
2	AT&T	DSL, Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	35.8%
3	Arkansas Valley Electric	Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	30.0%
4	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Van Buren 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 Van Buren 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 Van Buren are compared to Crawford County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Arkansas overall?
Average download speeds in Van Buren of 43.65 Mbps are faster than the Crawford County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for Arkansas.

Van Buren Internet Access Facts

Fiber optic internet is available to 60.5% of Crawford County residents
DSL internet is available to 79.8% of Van Buren residents
There are 5 residential internet providers in Van Buren, AR providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Van Buren is 71.2% faster than the average in Arkansas and 34.7% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 47.4% of the Crawford County population
The average internet download speed in Van Buren is 43.65 Mbps based upon 66208 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 Van Buren 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 Cox as the top provider for Van Buren, Arkansas.

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

Click through to see how the Van Buren broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Barling, El Dorado, Gassville, Gosnell, Judsonia, Lake Village, Marion

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 5 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Van Buren, 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.

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 Van Buren, Arkansas?

The following zip codes were used: 72956 and 72957

Who has the fastest internet service in Van Buren?

Cox, AT&T and Arkansas Valley Electric with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in Van Buren.

Van Buren 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.