Who is our top ranked provider in McAlester OK? [Updated]

McAlester, OK High Speed Internet Service

McAlester, OK 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 McAlester. 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 McAlester is Vyve Broadband Investments. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Vyve Broadband Investments	Cable	1000 Mbps	15 Mbps	97.1%
2	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
3	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

McAlester OK 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 McAlester compare to Pittsburg County? The average speed in McAlester is 16.44 Mbps which is faster than Pittsburg County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the Oklahoma average of 21.55 Mbps.

McAlester Internet Access Facts

DSL internet is available to 16.2% of the Pittsburg County population
The average internet download speed in McAlester is 16.44 Mbps based upon 50176 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 97.1% of the McAlester population
Fiber optic internet is available to 0.0% of McAlester residents
There are 3 residential internet providers in McAlester, OK providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in McAlester is 46.1% faster than the Pittsburg County average and 49.3% slower 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 McAlester 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 Vyve Broadband Investments as the top provider for McAlester, Oklahoma.

Who has the fastest internet service in McAlester?

Vyve Broadband Investments with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in McAlester.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for McAlester, Oklahoma?

The following zip codes were used: 74501 and 74502

How do the internet speeds in McAlester compare to other cities in Oklahoma?

Click through to see how the McAlester broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Antlers, Goldsby, Guthrie, Helena, Miami, Pocola, Wewoka

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 McAlester, Oklahoma 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 McAlester, Oklahoma?

Vyve Broadband Investments provides broadband internet service to 97.1% of McAlester.

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.

McAlester 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.