Best Internet Providers in Black Oak, AR
All 9 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Black Oak, AR
Black Oak has 9 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Black Oak.
Ranks compare Black Oak with the 31,388 US places under 1,000 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Black Oak, AR at a Glance
Black Oak Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Empower Broadband
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Ritter Communications
Connection
Customer Rating
Cable
DSL
Brightspeed
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this city 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 Black Oak ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Black Oak, AR?
Brightspeed is the highest-rated internet provider in Black Oak based on 47 Arkansas customer reviews, and T-Mobile Home Internet has the highest rating nationwide. The provider information above and the information immediately below can help you decide. Compare provider ratings and review counts above.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Black Oak?
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 Black Oak
- Ritter Communications - cable coverage map
- Empower Broadband - fiber coverage map
- Optimum - cable coverage map
- Brightspeed - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- HillBilly Wireless Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Brightspeed - dsl coverage map
- Ritter Communications - dsl coverage map
How Black Oak Compares to Places Its Size
Black Oak's report card score is in the top 36% and its connectivity index is in the bottom 36%.
| Measure | Black Oak | Rank among US places under 1,000 people | Craighead County | Arkansas | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 73.1% | bottom 50% | 89.1% | 74.6% | 71.5% | 6,946 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 1,561 Mbps | top 27% | 3,750 Mbps | 2,675 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Fairmount, TN and Falling Water, TN and 5 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 5.1 | top 33% | 7.7 | 6.8 | 7.1 | Los Prados, PR (15.1) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.8 | top 15% | 2.6 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Paguate, NM (13.4) |
| Workers who work from home | 3% | bottom 13% | 8% | 9% | 15% | Boys Town, NE (100%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 86% | bottom 17% | 95% | 94% | 96% | 1,494 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 80% | bottom 26% | 88% | 87% | 91% | 370 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 58% | top 49% | 72% | 67% | 76% | 23 places at 100% |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 65% | bottom 31% | 75% | 71% | 81% | 72 places at 100% |
| Median household income | $60,336 | bottom 31% | $68,858 | $67,831 | $93,246 | 22 places at $250,001 |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 14% | top 28% | 18% | 15% | 16% | University at Buffalo, NY (100%) |
Fiber reaches 73.1% of homes in Black Oak, against 89.1% across Craighead County and 74.6% across Arkansas. Households in Black Oak are larger than the US average (2.8 people against 2.7); 3% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $60,336 (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 Black Oak
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Black Oak?
Empower Broadband Fiber in Black Oak, AR
Availability:
73.1%
Customer Rating:
(2)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Empower Broadband offers Fiber service to 73.1% of Black Oak homes. Across the city, Empower Broadband Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Brightspeed Fiber in Black Oak, AR
Availability:
3.8%
Customer Rating:
(31)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Brightspeed offers Fiber service to 3.8% of Black Oak homes. Across the city, Brightspeed Fiber has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Black Oak?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Black Oak, AR
Availability:
80.8%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
57 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 80.8% of Black Oak homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 57 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 city.
HillBilly Wireless Internet Fixed Wireless in Black Oak, AR
Availability:
66.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
45 Mbps
HillBilly Wireless Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 66.9% of Black Oak homes. Across the city, HillBilly Wireless Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 45 Mbps
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Black Oak, AR
Availability:
62.1%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
27 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 62.1% of Black Oak homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 27 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 3.4 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Black Oak, AR
Availability:
62.1%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
27 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 62.1% of Black Oak homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 27 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 3.4 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Black Oak, AR
Availability:
13.5%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
280 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 13.5% of Black Oak homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 280 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 19 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Black Oak?
Ritter Communications Cable in Black Oak, AR
Availability:
55.4%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Ritter Communications offers Cable service to 55.4% of Black Oak homes. Across the city, Ritter Communications Cable has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Optimum Cable in Black Oak, AR
Availability:
10.4%
Customer Rating:
(223)
Avg. Download Speed
940 Mbps
Optimum offers Cable service to 10.4% of Black Oak homes. Across the city, Optimum Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 940 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Black Oak?
Brightspeed DSL in Black Oak, AR
Availability:
52.1%
Customer Rating:
(43)
Avg. Download Speed
14 Mbps
Brightspeed offers DSL service to 52.1% of Black Oak homes. Across the city, Brightspeed DSL has speeds up to 14 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 10, with an average of 1.4 Mbps throughout the city. Brightspeed DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Black Oak from Brightspeed in terms of customer satisfaction.
Ritter Communications DSL in Black Oak, AR
Availability:
27.2%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
22 Mbps
Ritter Communications offers DSL service to 27.2% of Black Oak homes. Across the city, Ritter Communications DSL has speeds up to 22 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 25 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 3.0, with an average of 2.6 Mbps throughout the city. Ritter Communications DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Black Oak from Ritter Communications in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Black Oak by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Black Oak has 1 ZIP code with its own page. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Black Oak
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Black Oak
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72414 | 441 | 60.3% | 1,663 Mbps | 6 | C+ | 36/100 |
How Black Oak Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Black Oak that have their own pages are all within 9 miles. Among them, Lake City has the most homes with fiber (98.6%) and Lepanto the fewest (12.5%); Black Oak has 73.1%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Oak (this page) | 599 | 73.1% | 1,561 Mbps | 5.1 | C+ | 33/100 |
| Trumann | 8,192 | 89.9% | 1,956 Mbps | 5.4 | B- | 24/100 |
| Lake City | 2,946 | 98.6% | 1,780 Mbps | 6.7 | B+ | 39/100 |
| Lepanto | 2,093 | 12.5% | 1,923 Mbps | 2.7 | D+ | 36/100 |
| Caraway | 1,575 | 98.3% | 1,787 Mbps | 6.3 | B | 21/100 |
| Tulot | 314 | 98.4% | 1,764 Mbps | 5.3 | B | 21/100 |
| Elm Grove | 260 | 98.1% | 1,906 Mbps | 6.7 | B+ | 21/100 |
| Rivervale | 152 | 92.8% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.5 | C | 46/100 |
| Lunsford | 139 | 74.1% | 1,080 Mbps | 5.4 | C+ | 60/100 |
| Bunney | 81 | 82.7% | 1,173 Mbps | 5.5 | C+ | 36/100 |
| Milligan Ridge | 62 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 5.8 | B | 29/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Black Oak?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Brightspeed. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Ritter Communications 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 Black Oak
| Ritter Communications | 2,000 |
|---|---|
| Brightspeed | 2,000 |
| Empower Broadband | 1,000 |
| Optimum | 940 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| HillBilly Wireless Internet | 45 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Black Oak Internet Providers
Based on 47 reviews from Arkansas internet customers, Brightspeed is the best internet service provider for Black Oak residents. Brightspeed was rated at an average of 4.67 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet wins for second-place in Arkansas, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 80.8% coverage in Black Oak.
At a national level, based on 2588 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.02 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Black Oak Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Black Oak, Arkansas, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Black Oak Overall | Arkansas Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brightspeed | (0) |  (3) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (5) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (0) | (9) | (279) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (19) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Ritter Communications | (0) | (6) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Empower Broadband | (0) | (0) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| HillBilly Wireless Internet | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Black Oak
Based on data reported by Black Oak ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Ritter Communications. The company offers speeds up to 2,000 Mbps in Black Oak. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,349 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Brightspeed. This indicates Brightspeed reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Black Oak Speed | Arkansas Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Optimum | (0) | (9) | (279) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (3) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (5) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (19) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Ritter Communications | (0) | (6) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Empower Broadband | (0) | (0) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HillBilly Wireless Internet | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Black Oak?
Of the providers in Black Oak, customers rate Brightspeed the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Black Oak where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Arkansas or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
Brightspeed is rated 4.67 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. T-Mobile Home Internet is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.20 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Black Oak, Arkansas, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Black Oak
| ISP / Tech Type | Black Oak Affordability | Arkansas Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brightspeed | (0) | (3) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (5) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (19) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (0) | (9) | (279) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Ritter Communications | (0) | (6) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| Empower Broadband | (0) | (0) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HillBilly Wireless Internet | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Arkansas
Customer Reviews
Kenneth W.
Petit Jean Fiber
November 11, 2026 Usually pretty good. Today the speed test looked like mol-asses. download not too bad at 93 out of a hundred mbs, upload was a pitiful 23. ...
ISPReports User
Dobson Fiber
October 27, 2026 I have wanted fiber internet connection since it became available. I’m very happy with Dobson. Great internet and great personal technical support.
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Dobson Fiber
October 12, 2026 Sara Bordbar
Dobson Fiber
October 10, 2026 Excellent costumer service. Great price.
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Dobson Fiber
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Black Oak?
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 Black Oak is Brightspeed.
- The fastest internet provider should be Ritter Communications. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Brightspeed may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Black Oak is Brightspeed.
- Viasat, Ritter Communications, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Black Oak, available to 82.6% 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.