Best Internet Providers in Des Arc, AR
All 8 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Des Arc, AR
Des Arc has 8 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 3 available internet technologies in Des Arc.
Ranks compare Des Arc with the 15,682 US towns of 1,000 to 9,999 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Des Arc, AR at a Glance
Des Arc Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Brightspeed
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
T-Mobile Home Internet
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Verizon
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 Des Arc ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Des Arc, AR?
Brightspeed is the highest-rated internet provider in Des Arc based on 38 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 Des Arc?
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 Des Arc
- Brightspeed - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Aristotle - fixed wireless coverage map
- Brightspeed - dsl coverage map
- Connect 2 First - fiber coverage map
- HillBilly Wireless Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
How Des Arc Compares to Places Its Size
Des Arc's report card score is in the top 38% and its connectivity index is in the bottom 1%.
| Measure | Des Arc | Rank among US towns of 1,000 to 9,999 people | Prairie County | Arkansas | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 86.6% | top 41% | 54.8% | 74.6% | 71.5% | 1,056 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 1,750 Mbps | top 43% | 1,073 Mbps | 2,675 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Collegedale, TN and Lakesite, TN and 2 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 5.8 | top 44% | 5 | 6.8 | 7.1 | McLendon-Chisholm, TX (14.2) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.2 | bottom 17% | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.7 | St. George, GA (6.2) |
| Workers who work from home | 4% | bottom 13% | 4% | 9% | 15% | Indian Springs, NV (76%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 80% | bottom 3% | 87% | 94% | 96% | 515 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 64% | bottom 2% | 72% | 87% | 91% | 115 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 31% | bottom 3% | 37% | 67% | 76% | Bunkerville, NV and Fort Myer, VA and 3 more (100%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 35% | bottom 1% | 51% | 71% | 81% | 12 places at 100% |
| Median household income | $34,632 | bottom 2% | $53,196 | $67,831 | $93,246 | 16 places at $250,001 |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 9% | bottom 17% | 11% | 15% | 16% | University Park, PA (95%) |
Fiber reaches 86.6% of homes in Des Arc, against 54.8% across Prairie County and 74.6% across Arkansas. Households in Des Arc are smaller than the US average (2.2 people against 2.7); 4% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $34,632 (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 Des Arc
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Des Arc?
Brightspeed Fiber in Des Arc, AR
Availability:
85.5%
Customer Rating:
(31)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Brightspeed offers Fiber service to 85.5% of Des Arc homes. Across the city, Brightspeed Fiber has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Connect 2 First Fiber in Des Arc, AR
Availability:
1.1%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Connect 2 First offers Fiber service to 1.1% of Des Arc homes. Across the city, Connect 2 First Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Des Arc?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Des Arc, AR
Availability:
96.4%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
80 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.4% of Des Arc homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 80 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 16 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Des Arc, AR
Availability:
95.1%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
193 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.1% of Des Arc homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 193 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 city.
Aristotle Fixed Wireless in Des Arc, AR
Availability:
94.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
Aristotle offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.0% of Des Arc homes. Across the city, Aristotle Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Des Arc, AR
Availability:
70.3%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
34 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 70.3% of Des Arc homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 34 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 4.9 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Des Arc, AR
Availability:
70.3%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
34 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 70.3% of Des Arc homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 34 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 4.9 Mbps throughout the city.
HillBilly Wireless Internet Fixed Wireless in Des Arc, AR
Availability:
3.4%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
45 Mbps
HillBilly Wireless Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 3.4% of Des Arc 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
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Des Arc?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Des Arc, AR.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Des Arc?
Brightspeed DSL in Des Arc, AR
Availability:
64.1%
Customer Rating:
(43)
Avg. Download Speed
22 Mbps
Brightspeed offers DSL service to 64.1% of Des Arc homes. Across the city, Brightspeed DSL has speeds up to 22 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 1.8 Mbps throughout the city. Brightspeed DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Des Arc from Brightspeed in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Des Arc by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Des Arc has 1 ZIP code with its own page. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Des Arc
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Des Arc
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72040 | 2,855 | 80.6% | 1,572 Mbps | 5.5 | C+ | 10/100 |
How Des Arc Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Des Arc that have their own pages are all within 12 miles. Among them, Hayley has the most homes with fiber (93.7%) and Biscoe the fewest (0.0%); Des Arc has 86.6%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Des Arc (this page) | 2,377 | 86.6% | 1,750 Mbps | 5.8 | B- | 8/100 |
| Griffithville | 515 | 0.0% | 72 Mbps | 2.3 | F | 12/100 |
| Biscoe | 481 | 0.0% | 147 Mbps | 5.2 | D | 12/100 |
| Hayley | 425 | 93.7% | 942 Mbps | 3.5 | C | 21/100 |
| Hickory Plains | 327 | 23.6% | 508 Mbps | 5.1 | D+ | 30/100 |
| Sand Hill | 179 | 0.0% | 79 Mbps | 3.7 | D- | 27/100 |
| Erwin | 136 | 38.2% | 911 Mbps | 5.5 | C- | 11/100 |
| Georgetown | 87 | 0.0% | 88 Mbps | 2.6 | F | 11/100 |
| Little Dixie | 38 | 0.0% | 10 Mbps | 1 | F | 26/100 |
| Brasfield | 31 | 0.0% | 98 Mbps | 5.6 | D | 25/100 |
| Plunketts | 25 | 0.0% | 70 Mbps | 5.4 | D | 27/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Des Arc?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings, the fastest internet in the city comes from Brightspeed.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Des Arc
| Brightspeed | 2,000 |
|---|---|
| Connect 2 First | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| HillBilly Wireless Internet | 45 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| Aristotle | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Des Arc Internet Providers
Based on 38 reviews from Arkansas internet customers, Brightspeed is the best internet service provider for Des Arc 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 96.4% coverage in Des Arc.
At a national level, based on 2306 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 Des Arc Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Des Arc, Arkansas, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Des Arc Overall | Arkansas Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connect 2 First | (0) | (6) | (6) | View Plans | ||
| 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 | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Aristotle | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| HillBilly Wireless Internet | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Des Arc
Based on data reported by Des Arc ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Brightspeed. The company offers speeds up to 2,000 Mbps in Des Arc. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,735 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, 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 | Des Arc Speed | Arkansas Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connect 2 First | (0) | (6) | (6) | 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 | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Aristotle | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| HillBilly Wireless Internet | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Des Arc?
Of the providers in Des Arc, customers rate Brightspeed the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Des Arc 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 Des Arc, Arkansas, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Des Arc
| ISP / Tech Type | Des Arc Affordability | Arkansas Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brightspeed | (0) | (3) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Connect 2 First | (0) | (6) | (6) | 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 | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Aristotle | (0) | (0) | (0) | 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. ...
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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 Des Arc?
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 Des Arc is Brightspeed.
- The fastest internet provider should be Brightspeed. 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 Des Arc is Brightspeed.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and Brightspeed has the broadest coverage in Des Arc, available to 98.7% 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.