Best Internet Providers in 38242, TN
All 7 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in 38242, TN
38242 has 7 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, DSL, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the zip. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in 38242.
The Best Internet in 38242, TN at a Glance
38242 Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Spectrum
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
EarthLink
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DSL
Fixed Wireless
AT&T
Connection
Customer Rating
DSL
Fixed Wireless
TEC
Connection
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Fiber
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this zip are excluded from the list. To see if one of these providers is available at your home, please use the address search above.
Speed and technology may vary by address for all providers. Please note we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers above, which does not impact the customer ratings displayed. Customer ratings listed above are national ratings, local 38242 ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in 38242, TN?
T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet provider in 38242 based on Tennessee customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, T-Mobile Home Internet had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in 38242, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. T-Mobile Home Internet is an option for 96.22% of the zip.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in 38242?
Coverage changes block by block. Pick a provider and a technology to see where its service reaches: the darker the area, the larger the share of homes it covers. For your exact address, use the address search above.
Coverage map for each provider in ZIP 38242
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- TEC - fiber coverage map
- WK&T - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Spectrum - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
How 38242 Compares to the Rest of Henry County
Fiber reaches 67.8% of homes in 38242, against 68.9% across Paris and 71.7% across Henry County. Households in 38242 are smaller than the US average (2.5 people against 2.7); 6% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $51,504 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in 38242
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in 38242?
TEC Fiber in 38242, TN
Availability:
57.7%
Customer Rating:
(8)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
TEC offers Fiber service to 57.7% of 38242 homes. Across the zip, TEC Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Spectrum Fiber in 38242, TN
Availability:
13.1%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 13.1% of 38242 homes. Across the zip, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
WK&T Fiber in 38242, TN
Availability:
9.3%
Customer Rating:
(7)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
WK&T offers Fiber service to 9.3% of 38242 homes. Across the zip, WK&T Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in 38242?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in 38242, TN
Availability:
96.2%
Customer Rating:
(337)
Avg. Download Speed
56 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.2% of 38242 homes. Across the zip, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 56 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 10 Mbps throughout the zip.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in 38242, TN
Availability:
76.7%
Customer Rating:
(360)
Avg. Download Speed
208 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 76.7% of 38242 homes. Across the zip, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 208 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 15 Mbps throughout the zip.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in 38242, TN
Availability:
35.0%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
26 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 35.0% of 38242 homes. Across the zip, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 26 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 3.3 Mbps throughout the zip.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in 38242, TN
Availability:
35.0%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
26 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 35.0% of 38242 homes. Across the zip, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 26 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 3.3 Mbps throughout the zip.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in 38242?
Spectrum Cable in 38242, TN
Availability:
90.2%
Customer Rating:
(1730)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 90.2% of 38242 homes. Across the zip, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in 38242?
EarthLink DSL in 38242, TN
Availability:
76.9%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
30 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 76.9% of 38242 homes. Across the zip, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 30 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 5.5 Mbps throughout the zip. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in 38242 from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in 38242, TN
Availability:
76.9%
Customer Rating:
(300)
Avg. Download Speed
30 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 76.9% of 38242 homes. Across the zip, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 30 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 5.5 Mbps throughout the zip. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in 38242 from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
How 38242 Compares to Its Neighbors
The 10 ZIP codes nearest to 38242 that have their own pages are all within 17 miles, 1 of them in Kentucky. Among them, 42049 (Hazel, KY) has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and 38201 (McKenzie) the fewest (34.6%); 38242 has 67.8%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Speed for most homes | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38242 (this page) | 20,092 | 67.8% | 1,075 Mbps | 5.7 | C+ | 41/100 |
| 38201 (McKenzie) | 10,105 | 34.6% | 1,137 Mbps | 5.5 | C | 42/100 |
| 38256 (Springville) | 3,130 | 51.8% | 1,375 Mbps | 3.6 | C- | 41/100 |
| 38221 (Big Sandy) | 3,078 | 98.7% | 1,188 Mbps | 5.6 | B | 21/100 |
| 38251 (Puryear) | 2,739 | 92.0% | 1,917 Mbps | 3.1 | C+ | 39/100 |
| 38222 (Buchanan) | 2,660 | 86.0% | 1,699 Mbps | 3.7 | C+ | 48/100 |
| 38231 (Henry) | 1,655 | 93.9% | 1,097 Mbps | 5.5 | B- | 29/100 |
| 42049 (Hazel), KY | 1,455 | 100.0% | 2,033 Mbps | 2.9 | B- | 47/100 |
| 38342 (Hollow Rock) | 1,347 | 89.4% | 5,769 Mbps | 4.5 | B- | 14/100 |
| 38224 (Cottage Grove) | 938 | 93.6% | 1,952 Mbps | 1.9 | C | 37/100 |
| 38236 (Mansfield) | 546 | 76.4% | 840 Mbps | 3.5 | C- | 6/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in 38242?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the zip, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by T-Mobile Home Internet. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Spectrum and TEC should have faster speeds at a local level. While we typically put more weight on real-world customer ratings, we display both satisfaction and technical maximum information for customers to decide for themselves.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in 38242
| WK&T | 2,000 |
|---|---|
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| TEC | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for 38242 Internet Providers
Based on 92 reviews from Tennessee internet customers, T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet service provider for 38242 residents. T-Mobile Home Internet was rated at an average of 4.33 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Verizon wins for second-place in Tennessee, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 76.7% coverage in 38242.
At a national level, based on 4156 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.01 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all 38242 Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in 38242, Tennessee, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | 38242 Overall | Tennessee Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet |  (0) |  (6) | (337) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (810) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (3) | (38) | (1938) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (35) | (1040) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) |  (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| TEC | (0) | (1) | (9) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| WK&T | (0) | (2) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in 38242
Based on data reported by 38242 ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the zip are available through Spectrum and TEC. These internet providers offer speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 38242. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,000 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers in the zip rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with T-Mobile Home Internet. This indicates T-Mobile Home Internet reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | 38242 Speed | Tennessee Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (6) | (337) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (35) | (1040) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (810) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (3) | (38) | (1938) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| TEC | (0) | (1) | (9) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| WK&T | (0) | (2) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in 38242?
Tennessee customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet as the cheapest internet service provider in the state. Data comes from customers in the state rating their satisfaction with pricing. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
T-Mobile Home Internet received a local rating of 4.33 out of 5, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. Verizon is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s 38242 customers with an average price rating of 4.11 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in 38242, Tennessee, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in 38242
| ISP / Tech Type | 38242 Affordability | Tennessee Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (6) | (337) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (810) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (35) | (1040) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (3) | (38) | (1938) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| TEC | (0) | (1) | (9) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| WK&T | (0) | (2) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Tennessee
Customer Reviews
ISPReports User
TVEC Connect Fiber
November 03, 2026 Brian G
HolstonConnect Fiber
October 11, 2026 I pay for the medium service and I expect faster speeds but I'm getting a whole lot of latency when I try to watch FB or Youtube videos. And it's consistent. Might be time for a change.
Earl
Trilight Fiber
September 28, 2026 Trilight internet is excellent. If you ever have an issue a real person answers the phone at Tech Support. They work diligently to solve your problem and if it requires a service call they make the appointment right then. The service technicians, are competent and solve any problems quickly.
Duane M
EPB Power Fiber
September 25, 2026 glitchy and lacks the power that EPB promised
Bill O
KUB Fiber
August 28, 2026 I have had KUB fiber for a little over a year. I live up in the mountains and could not get fiber from another vendor. One major national vendor said they would connect me, but it would cost $6000 because my house is surrounded by concrete patios and a driveway they would have to drill under. So, I ended up going with Starlink. Starlink was OK, but because I live in a forest, sometime getting a good view of the sky was a problem. Then, finally, KUB offered fiber to my area. They connected me for free, even with the obstacles. The service has been great, with almost no interruptions (there have been rare short scheduled maintenance periods), and the speed is 5 to 10 times faster than Starlink at about half the price. On rare occasions I've had tech questions (I run my my own router, mailserver, and nameservice) , support has been great.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in 38242?
The right ISP for you depends upon your needs, but in general we can make the following suggestions:
- The best all-around internet service provider in 38242 is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- The fastest internet provider should be Spectrum and TEC. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, T-Mobile Home Internet may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in 38242 is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, T-Mobile Home Internet, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in 38242, available to 96.2% of homes, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what’s available at your home, please use our address search tool.