Internet providers in Mississippi

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Find Mississippi internet providers by city

Mississippi is known for its world-famous barbecue and Bluegrass music. But if you’re planning to move to the Magnolia State, don’t expect to get the best internet access. Mississippi is one of the poorest states, and it’s not known for its connectivity or technological innovation. Residents in urban areas may be able to get access to decent internet speeds. But for Mississippians living in rural areas, a reliable internet connection is very hard to come by.

Find internet providers by city

Even though internet access in Mississippi is relatively sparse compared to nationwide standards, there are a number of companies that offer it. If you live in one of the cities below, there’s at least one provider that can offer you coverage.

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Mississippi internet at a glance

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, only 68% of Mississippi residents have an internet connection in their home, based on data from 2014-2018. However, over 81% of residents owned a computer, implying that many people must travel to a public location to use the internet. In 2020, Mississippi was awarded $16M to expand broadband internet access to rural parts of the state, which will help about 2,000 residents get online.

Internet availability in Mississippi

The most common types of internet in Mississippi are DSL and cable. Fiber-optic internet is available in some metropolitan areas, although it’s not very widespread. Overall, Mississippi residents have less access to all three types of internet compared to the nationwide availability rate.

Fiber – 13%
Cable – 61%
DSL – 84%

Fastest internet in Mississippi

Not only is internet access in Mississippi limited, but it tends to be pretty slow. An analysis from PC Mag found that Mississippi ranked toward the bottom in terms of states with the fastest internet speeds.

However, that doesn’t mean fast internet in Mississippi is non-existent. If you’re a heavy internet user, and you happen to live in a major city, you can probably find a good connection that supports your needs. People who use the internet less frequently can get away with a slower speed plan.

Avid gamers and movie streamers will have the best luck with a high-speed plan from one of these providers:

AT&T – Fiber network with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Spectrum – Fiber network with speeds up to 940 Mbps

Cheapest internet in Mississippi

If you’re on a budget, you can find an internet plan in Mississippi for an affordable price. Just keep in mind that cheaper plans tend to come with slower speeds. Additionally, keep an eye out for hidden fees and added costs that might not be disclosed up front. Some internet providers charge you for installation fees, equipment rentals and taxes.

Before you purchase a plan, make sure to ask what you’re being charged for each month. Also find out if the plan has data caps. If you’re limited to a certain amount of data every month, there could be a penalty fee if you surpass your allotted data limit.

Here are some of the most affordable internet plans in Mississippi:

Xfinity – $20.00/mo.* for up to 10 Mbps

*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of 06/24/22.

Summary of Mississippi internet providers

Mississippi residents have a few good options when it comes to internet providers. In the chart below, we’ve included a list of the best internet providers in Mississippi, including the speed range and starting monthly rate.

Provider	Starting price*	Download speed range	Tech	State availability
Xfinity	$20.00	25 – 100 Mbps	Cable	70%
AT&T	$49.99	10 – 1,000 Mbps	Fiber and DSL	65%
CenturyLink	$49.99	100 – 940 Mbps	Fiber and DSL	70%
Windstream	$39.99	15 – 100 Mbps	Fiber and DSL	25%
Spectrum	$49.99	300 – 1,000 Mbps	Cable	10%
Frontier	$54.99	Varies	Fiber and DSL	20%
EarthLink	$49.95	10 – 1,000 Mbps	Fiber and DSL	95%