Who is our top ranked provider in Lake Providence LA? [Updated]

Lake Providence, LA High Speed Internet Service

There are a total of 3 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of Lake Providence, Louisiana and meet the minimum accepted broadband definition of 25 Mbps download speed. Our proprietary ranking calculation takes into account different aspects of useable download speed, upload speed and coverage area. For example, an increase of 100 Mbps download speed from 200 Mbps to 300 Mbps is much more significant for users than an increase from 1000 Mbps to 1100Mpbs. Also, for nearly all users download speed is much more important than upload speed. Our ranked ordering of internet service providers in Lake Providence:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Sparklight	Cable	200 Mbps	10 Mbps	95.6%
2	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
3	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Lake Providence LA 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 Lake Providence compare to East Carroll Parish? The average speed in Lake Providence is 42.09 Mbps which is faster than East Carroll Parish overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the Louisiana average of 24.85 Mbps.

Lake Providence Internet Access Facts

DSL internet is available to 0.0% of Lake Providence residents
The average upload speed in Lake Providence is 6.58 Mbps. This is 5.3% slower than the average in Louisiana and 43.3% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 0.0% of the East Carroll Parish population
Cable internet is available to 68.1% of East Carroll Parish residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 0.0% of Lake Providence residents
The average download speed in Lake Providence is 74% faster than the East Carroll Parish average and 29.9% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

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 Lake Providence 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 Sparklight as the top provider for Lake Providence, Louisiana.

Who has the fastest internet service in Lake Providence?

Sparklight with a download speed of 200 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Lake Providence.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Lake Providence, Louisiana?

The following zip codes were used: 71254 and 71286

How do the internet speeds in Lake Providence compare to other cities in Louisiana?

Click through to see how the Lake Providence broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Boyce, Clarks, Farmerville, Grand Point, Oil City, South Vacherie, Westminster

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 Lake Providence, Louisiana?

Sparklight provides broadband internet service to 95.6% of Lake Providence.

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.

What internet download speed do I need?

Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Lake Providence 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

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Unlikely. Our records indicate there are no DSL providers that offer coverage to more than 15% of residents in Lake Providence, Louisiana.

Lake Providence 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.