Best Internet Providers in Donaldson, AR
All 6 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Donaldson, AR
Donaldson has 6 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 2 available internet technologies in Donaldson.
Ranks compare Donaldson with the 15,682 US towns of 1,000 to 9,999 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Donaldson, AR at a Glance
Donaldson Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
CATC
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
T-Mobile Home Internet
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Verizon
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
South Central Connect
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
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 Donaldson ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Donaldson, AR?
T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet provider in Donaldson 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 Donaldson, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. T-Mobile Home Internet is an option for 64.84% of the city.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Donaldson?
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.
How Donaldson Compares to Places Its Size
Donaldson's report card score is in the bottom 42% and its connectivity index is in the bottom 13%.
| Measure | Donaldson | Rank among US towns of 1,000 to 9,999 people | Hot Spring County | Arkansas | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 100.0% | top 1% | 82.8% | 74.6% | 71.5% | Tied with 1,055 other places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 1,000 Mbps | bottom 35% | 978 Mbps | 2,675 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Collegedale, TN and Lakesite, TN and 2 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 2.6 | bottom 5% | 4.3 | 6.8 | 7.1 | McLendon-Chisholm, TX (14.2) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.6 | top 33% | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.7 | St. George, GA (6.2) |
| Workers who work from home | 3% | bottom 7% | 5% | 9% | 15% | Indian Springs, NV (76%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 87% | bottom 11% | 92% | 94% | 96% | 515 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 76% | bottom 8% | 83% | 87% | 91% | 115 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 57% | bottom 29% | 49% | 67% | 76% | Bunkerville, NV and Fort Myer, VA and 3 more (100%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 68% | bottom 29% | 69% | 71% | 81% | 12 places at 100% |
| Median household income | $66,996 | bottom 37% | $62,057 | $67,831 | $93,246 | 16 places at $250,001 |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 12% | bottom 47% | 12% | 15% | 16% | University Park, PA (95%) |
Fiber reaches 100.0% of homes in Donaldson, against 82.8% across Hot Spring County and 74.6% across Arkansas. Households in Donaldson are smaller than the US average (2.6 people against 2.7); 3% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $66,996 (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 Donaldson
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Donaldson?
CATC Fiber in Donaldson, AR
Availability:
100.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
CATC offers Fiber service to 100.0% of Donaldson homes. Across the city, CATC Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
South Central Connect Fiber in Donaldson, AR
Availability:
8.9%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
South Central Connect offers Fiber service to 8.9% of Donaldson homes. Across the city, South Central Connect 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 Donaldson?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Donaldson, AR
Availability:
64.8%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
74 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 64.8% of Donaldson homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 74 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 14 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Donaldson, AR
Availability:
51.7%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
168 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 51.7% of Donaldson homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 168 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 13 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Donaldson, AR
Availability:
19.2%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
31 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 19.2% of Donaldson homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 31 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 4.4 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Donaldson, AR
Availability:
19.2%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
31 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 19.2% of Donaldson homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 31 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 4.4 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Donaldson?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Donaldson, AR.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Donaldson?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Donaldson, AR.
Internet in Donaldson by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Donaldson has 1 ZIP code with its own page. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Donaldson
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Donaldson
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71941 | 1,907 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.7 | C+ | 28/100 |
How Donaldson Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Donaldson that have their own pages are all within 11 miles. Among them, Central has the most homes with fiber (89.1%) and Malvern the fewest (73.0%); Donaldson has 100.0%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donaldson (this page) | 1,550 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.6 | C+ | 28/100 |
| Malvern | 18,597 | 73.0% | 977 Mbps | 4.6 | C- | 27/100 |
| Central | 1,100 | 89.1% | 993 Mbps | 4.9 | C+ | 31/100 |
| Caddo Valley | 901 | 79.9% | 989 Mbps | 5.7 | C+ | 53/100 |
| Joan | 456 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.5 | C+ | 66/100 |
| Caney | 417 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.2 | C | 34/100 |
| Friendship | 269 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.4 | C+ | 54/100 |
| Saginaw | 208 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.6 | C+ | 21/100 |
| Social Hill | 67 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.3 | C+ | 15/100 |
| Witherspoon | 65 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.3 | C | 29/100 |
| Round Hill | 50 | 76.0% | 887 Mbps | 2.4 | D+ | 19/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Donaldson?
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, CATC 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 Donaldson
| CATC | 1,000 |
|---|---|
| South Central Connect | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Donaldson Internet Providers
Based on 31 reviews from Arkansas internet customers, T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet service provider for Donaldson 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 51.7% coverage in Donaldson.
At a national level, based on 2229 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 Donaldson Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Donaldson, Arkansas, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Donaldson Overall | Arkansas Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (1) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (5) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| South Central Connect | (0) |  (2) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (19) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| CATC | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Donaldson
Based on data reported by Donaldson ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through CATC. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Donaldson. 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 | Donaldson Speed | Arkansas Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| South Central Connect | (0) | (2) | (5) | 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 | ||
| CATC | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Donaldson?
Of the providers in Donaldson, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Donaldson 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 Donaldson, Arkansas, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Donaldson
| ISP / Tech Type | Donaldson Affordability | Arkansas Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| South Central Connect | (0) | (2) | (5) | 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 | ||
| CATC | (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.
ISPReports User
Dobson Fiber
October 12, 2026 Sara Bordbar
Dobson Fiber
October 10, 2026 Excellent costumer service. Great price.
ISPReports User
Dobson Fiber
October 07, 2026 Rate your provider
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Donaldson?
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 Donaldson is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- The fastest internet provider should be CATC. 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 Donaldson is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and CATC has the broadest coverage in Donaldson, available to 100.0% 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.