Best Internet Providers in Fairbanks, AR
All 8 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Fairbanks, AR
Fairbanks has 8 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, DSL, and Fixed Wireless 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 Fairbanks.
Ranks compare Fairbanks with the 31,388 US places under 1,000 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Fairbanks, AR at a Glance
Fairbanks Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Petit Jean Fiber
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Windstream
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
EarthLink
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 Fairbanks ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Fairbanks, AR?
Petit Jean Fiber is the highest-rated internet provider in Fairbanks based on 35 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.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Fairbanks?
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 Fairbanks
- Petit Jean Fiber - fiber coverage map
- Windstream - dsl coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Windstream - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Horton's TV and Electronics - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Windstream - fixed wireless coverage map
- TCW - fixed wireless coverage map
How Fairbanks Compares to Places Its Size
Fairbanks's report card score is in the top 14% and its connectivity index is in the top 50%.
| Measure | Fairbanks | Rank among US places under 1,000 people | Van Buren County | Arkansas | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 100.0% | top 1% | 99.7% | 74.6% | 71.5% | Tied with 6,945 other places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 1,045 Mbps | top 37% | 1,020 Mbps | 2,675 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Fairmount, TN and Falling Water, TN and 5 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 5.6 | top 26% | 5 | 6.8 | 7.1 | Los Prados, PR (15.1) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.2 | bottom 24% | 2.2 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Paguate, NM (13.4) |
| Workers who work from home | 6% | bottom 34% | 9% | 9% | 15% | Boys Town, NE (100%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 94% | top 39% | 92% | 94% | 96% | 1,494 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 87% | top 45% | 84% | 87% | 91% | 370 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 71% | top 23% | 58% | 67% | 76% | 23 places at 100% |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 74% | top 43% | 67% | 71% | 81% | 72 places at 100% |
| Median household income | $51,256 | bottom 17% | $49,849 | $67,831 | $93,246 | 22 places at $250,001 |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 9% | bottom 29% | 10% | 15% | 16% | University at Buffalo, NY (100%) |
Fiber reaches 100.0% of homes in Fairbanks, against 99.7% across Van Buren County and 74.6% across Arkansas. Households in Fairbanks are smaller than the US average (2.2 people against 2.7); 6% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $51,256 (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 Fairbanks
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Fairbanks?
Petit Jean Fiber in Fairbanks, AR
Availability:
100.0%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Petit Jean Fiber offers Fiber service to 100.0% of Fairbanks homes. Across the city, Petit Jean Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Windstream Fiber in Fairbanks, AR
Availability:
4.5%
Customer Rating:
(40)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Windstream offers Fiber service to 4.5% of Fairbanks homes. Across the city, Windstream Fiber has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Fairbanks?
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Fairbanks, AR
Availability:
90.6%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
121 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 90.6% of Fairbanks homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 121 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 11 Mbps throughout the city.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Fairbanks, AR
Availability:
86.1%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
54 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 86.1% of Fairbanks homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 54 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 9.6 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Fairbanks, AR
Availability:
68.0%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 68.0% of Fairbanks homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Fairbanks, AR
Availability:
68.0%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 68.0% of Fairbanks homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Horton's TV and Electronics Fixed Wireless in Fairbanks, AR
Availability:
30.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Horton's TV and Electronics offers Fixed Wireless service to 30.3% of Fairbanks homes. Across the city, Horton's TV and Electronics Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Windstream Fixed Wireless in Fairbanks, AR
Availability:
22.1%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
71 Mbps
Windstream offers Fixed Wireless service to 22.1% of Fairbanks homes. Across the city, Windstream Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 71 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 4.0 and as high as 10, with an average of 8.0 Mbps throughout the city.
TCW Fixed Wireless in Fairbanks, AR
Availability:
2.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
The Computer Works (TCW) of Arkansas offers Fixed Wireless service to 2.5% of Fairbanks homes. Across the city, TCW Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Fairbanks?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Fairbanks, AR.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Fairbanks?
Windstream DSL in Fairbanks, AR
Availability:
84.0%
Customer Rating:
(52)
Avg. Download Speed
180 Mbps
Windstream offers DSL service to 84.0% of Fairbanks homes. Across the city, Windstream DSL has speeds up to 180 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 300 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 14 Mbps throughout the city. Windstream DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Fairbanks from Windstream in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Fairbanks by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Fairbanks
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Fairbanks
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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How Fairbanks Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Fairbanks that have their own pages are all within 10 miles. Among them, Bee Branch has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and Damascus the fewest (92.0%); Fairbanks has 100.0%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairbanks (this page) | 244 | 100.0% | 1,045 Mbps | 5.6 | B | 40/100 |
| Quitman | 3,028 | 99.1% | 1,416 Mbps | 7 | B+ | 36/100 |
| Guy | 1,460 | 99.4% | 1,124 Mbps | 7.6 | B+ | 66/100 |
| Damascus | 1,310 | 92.0% | 989 Mbps | 6.9 | B- | 49/100 |
| Bee Branch | 1,002 | 100.0% | 1,120 Mbps | 5.3 | B | 29/100 |
| Pearson | 722 | 98.2% | 1,068 Mbps | 7.5 | B+ | 45/100 |
| Enders | 687 | 100.0% | 1,176 Mbps | 6.8 | B+ | 34/100 |
| Morganton | 510 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.5 | B- | 26/100 |
| Whipple | 293 | 100.0% | 1,154 Mbps | 6.7 | B+ | 37/100 |
| Gravesville | 179 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 6.5 | B | 57/100 |
| Southside | 65 | 100.0% | 1,723 Mbps | 7.7 | A- | 41/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Fairbanks?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings, the fastest internet in the city comes from Petit Jean Fiber.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Fairbanks
| Windstream | 2,000 |
|---|---|
| Petit Jean Fiber | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| Horton's TV and Electronics | 100 |
| The Computer Works (TCW) of Arkansas | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| AT&T | 25 |
| EarthLink | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Fairbanks Internet Providers
Based on 35 reviews from Arkansas internet customers, Petit Jean Fiber is the best internet service provider for Fairbanks residents. Petit Jean Fiber was rated at an average of 4.50 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 86.1% coverage in Fairbanks.
At a national level, based on 2328 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 Fairbanks Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Fairbanks, Arkansas, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Fairbanks Overall | Arkansas Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petit Jean Fiber | (0) | (4) | (4) | 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 | ||
| TCW | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Horton's TV and Electronics | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Fairbanks
Based on data reported by Fairbanks ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Petit Jean Fiber. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Fairbanks. 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.
Additionally, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Petit Jean Fiber. This indicates Petit Jean Fiber reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Fairbanks Speed | Arkansas Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petit Jean Fiber | (0) | (4) | (4) | 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 | ||
| TCW | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Horton's TV and Electronics | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Fairbanks?
Of the providers in Fairbanks, customers rate Petit Jean Fiber the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Fairbanks 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.
Petit Jean Fiber is rated 4.50 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 Fairbanks, Arkansas, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Fairbanks
| ISP / Tech Type | Fairbanks Affordability | Arkansas Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petit Jean Fiber | (0) | (4) | (4) | 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 | ||
| TCW | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Horton's TV and Electronics | (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 Fairbanks?
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 Fairbanks is Petit Jean Fiber.
- The fastest internet provider should be Petit Jean Fiber. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Petit Jean Fiber may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Fairbanks is Petit Jean Fiber.
- Viasat, Petit Jean Fiber, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Fairbanks, 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.