Best Internet Providers in Calhoun County, AR
All 8 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Calhoun County, AR
Calhoun County has 8 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, DSL, Cable, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the county. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Calhoun County.
Ranks compare Calhoun County with the 75 Arkansas counties.
The Best Internet in Calhoun County, AR at a Glance
Calhoun County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
South Arkansas Telephone Company
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
T-Mobile Home Internet
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Verizon
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
ARIS
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this county 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 Calhoun County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Calhoun County, AR?
T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet provider in Calhoun County based on Arkansas 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 Calhoun County, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. T-Mobile Home Internet is an option for 63.09% of the county.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Calhoun County?
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 Calhoun County
- South Arkansas Telephone Company - fiber coverage map
- Windstream - fiber coverage map
- ARIS - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Windstream - dsl coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- SwyftConnect - cable coverage map
How Calhoun County Compares to the Rest of Arkansas
Calhoun County's report card score is 67th of 75 and its connectivity index is tied 25th of 75.
| Measure | Calhoun County | Rank among Arkansas counties | Arkansas | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 86.6% | 26th of 75 | 74.6% | 71.5% | Van Buren County (99.7%) |
| Average top speed | 977 Mbps | 62nd of 75 | 2,675 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Sebastian County (5,191 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 2.2 | 74th of 75 | 6.8 | 7.1 | Saline County (8.9) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | |||||
| People per household | 2.7 | Tied 3rd of 75 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Benton County and Sevier County (2.8) |
| Workers who work from home | 3% | Tied 70th of 75 | 9% | 15% | Lee County (19%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 94% | Tied 10th of 75 | 94% | 96% | Benton County and Faulkner County and 2 more (97%) |
| Homes with internet | 84% | Tied 27th of 75 | 87% | 91% | Benton County (94%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 58% | Tied 35th of 75 | 67% | 76% | Faulkner County (80%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 59% | Tied 49th of 75 | 71% | 81% | Benton County and Faulkner County (83%) |
| Median household income | $68,769 | 9th of 75 | $67,831 | $93,246 | Benton County ($102,099) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 16% | Tied 9th of 75 | 15% | 16% | Clark County (26%) |
Fiber reaches 86.6% of homes in Calhoun County, against 74.6% across Arkansas. Households in Calhoun County are the same size as the US average (2.7 people against 2.7); 3% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $68,769 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
How Calhoun County Compares to Its Neighbors
Calhoun County has 5 neighbors. Among them, Cleveland County has the most homes with fiber (81.2%) and Union County the fewest (29.8%); Calhoun County has 86.6%.
Map of Calhoun County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
Hover over or tap a county for its numbers, and click through to its page.
Calhoun County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calhoun County (this page) | 4,739 | 86.6% | 977 Mbps | 2.2 | C- | 38/100 |
| Union County | 39,054 | 29.8% | 1,722 Mbps | 5.6 | C | 44/100 |
| Ouachita County | 22,650 | 63.1% | 920 Mbps | 4.9 | C- | 35/100 |
| Bradley County | 10,545 | 35.4% | 962 Mbps | 4.3 | D+ | 32/100 |
| Cleveland County | 7,550 | 81.2% | 1,455 Mbps | 2.7 | C | 24/100 |
| Dallas County | 6,482 | 71.0% | 1,458 Mbps | 5.1 | C+ | 17/100 |
Internet in Calhoun County by City and ZIP Code
Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in Calhoun County
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton | 1,716 | 99.4% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.5 | C | 34/100 |
| Thornton | 700 | 68.0% | 1,201 Mbps | 3.2 | C- | 44/100 |
| Harrell | 662 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 1.7 | C | 28/100 |
| Woodberry | 382 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 1.9 | C | 42/100 |
| Locust Bayou | 296 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 1.9 | C | 45/100 |
| Tinsman | 260 | 86.5% | 1,031 Mbps | 1.5 | C- | 21/100 |
| Millers Bluff | 50 | 94.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.5 | C | 47/100 |
ZIP codes in Calhoun County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71744 (Hampton) | 3,114 | 99.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.2 | C | 35/100 |
| 71766 (Thornton) | 628 | 70.1% | 1,249 Mbps | 3.5 | C- | 51/100 |
| 71711 (Camden) | 166 | 0.0% | 25 Mbps | 1 | F | 53/100 |
| 71745 (Harrell) | 112 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 1 | C | 28/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Calhoun County?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, 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, South Arkansas Telephone Company 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 Calhoun County
| Windstream | 2,000 |
|---|---|
| South Arkansas Telephone Company | 1,000 |
| ARIS | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| SwyftConnect | 50 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| AT&T | 25 |
| EarthLink | 25 |
How fast is your internet?
Test your connection here and see it next to the speeds providers advertise in Calhoun County. It takes about 20 seconds and, on a fast line, can move a few hundred MB of data.
Customer Ratings for Calhoun County Internet Providers
Based on 33 reviews from Arkansas internet customers, T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet service provider for Calhoun County residents. T-Mobile Home Internet was rated at an average of 4.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Verizon wins for second-place in Arkansas, with 3.80 out of 5 stars and 45.2% coverage in Calhoun County.
At a national level, based on 2332 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 Calhoun County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Calhoun County, Arkansas, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Calhoun County Overall | Arkansas Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SwyftConnect | (0) |  (2) |  (9) | 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 | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (0) | (2) | (99) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| ARIS | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| South Arkansas Telephone Company | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Calhoun County
Based on data reported by Calhoun County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through South Arkansas Telephone Company. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Calhoun County. 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 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 | Calhoun County Speed | Arkansas Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SwyftConnect | (0) | (2) | (9) | 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 | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (0) | (2) | (99) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) |  (15) | View Plans | ||
| ARIS | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| South Arkansas Telephone Company | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Calhoun County?
Of the providers in Calhoun County, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Calhoun County 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.
T-Mobile Home Internet is rated 4.20 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. Verizon is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.40 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Calhoun County, Arkansas, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Calhoun County
| ISP / Tech Type | Calhoun County Affordability | Arkansas Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SwyftConnect | (0) | (2) | (9) | 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 | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (0) | (2) | (99) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| ARIS | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| South Arkansas Telephone Company | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Calhoun County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Calhoun County?
South Arkansas Telephone Company Fiber in Calhoun County, AR
Availability:
68.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
South Arkansas Telephone Company offers Fiber service to 68.0% of Calhoun County homes. Across the county, South Arkansas Telephone Company Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
ARIS Fiber in Calhoun County, AR
Availability:
14.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
ARIS offers Fiber service to 14.6% of Calhoun County homes. Across the county, ARIS Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Windstream Fiber in Calhoun County, AR
Availability:
8.5%
Customer Rating:
(40)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Windstream offers Fiber service to 8.5% of Calhoun County homes. Across the county, Windstream Fiber has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Calhoun County?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Calhoun County, AR
Availability:
63.1%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
50 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 63.1% of Calhoun County homes. Across the county, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 50 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 8.6 Mbps throughout the county.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Calhoun County, AR
Availability:
45.2%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
204 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 45.2% of Calhoun County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 204 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 county.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Calhoun County, AR
Availability:
3.7%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 3.7% of Calhoun County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Calhoun County, AR
Availability:
3.7%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 3.7% of Calhoun County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Calhoun County?
SwyftConnect Cable in Calhoun County, AR
Availability:
1.3%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
50 Mbps
SwyftConnect offers Cable service to 1.3% of Calhoun County homes. Across the county, SwyftConnect Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 50 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Calhoun County?
Windstream DSL in Calhoun County, AR
Availability:
12.5%
Customer Rating:
(52)
Avg. Download Speed
91 Mbps
Windstream offers DSL service to 12.5% of Calhoun County homes. Across the county, Windstream DSL has speeds up to 91 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 200 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 11 Mbps throughout the county. Windstream DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Calhoun County from Windstream in terms of customer satisfaction.
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Arkansas
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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. ...
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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 Calhoun County?
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 Calhoun County is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- The fastest internet provider should be South Arkansas Telephone Company. 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 Calhoun County is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, South Arkansas Telephone Company, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Calhoun County, available to 68.0% 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.