Best Internet Providers in Madison County, TN
All 8 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Madison County, TN
Madison County has 8 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, Fiber, Fixed Wireless, and DSL 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 Madison County.
Ranks compare Madison County with the 95 Tennessee counties.
The Best Internet in Madison County, TN at a Glance
Madison County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Spectrum
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
Jackson Energy Authority
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
AT&T
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
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 Madison County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Madison County, TN?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Madison County based on 104 Tennessee 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 Madison 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 Madison County
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- Jackson Energy Authority - fiber coverage map
- Aeneas - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Spectrum - fiber coverage map
- Gibson Connect - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
How Madison County Compares to the Rest of Tennessee
Madison County's report card score is tied 11th of 95 and its connectivity index is tied 22nd of 95.
| Measure | Madison County | Rank among Tennessee counties | Tennessee | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 99.0% | Tied 25th of 95 | 84.4% | 71.5% | Lake County (100.0%) |
| Average top speed | 2,191 Mbps | 44th of 95 | 5,177 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Hamilton County (23,667 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 7.2 | Tied 21st of 95 | 7.3 | 7.1 | Knox County (9.1) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | |||||
| People per household | 2.4 | Tied 67th of 95 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Williamson County (2.9) |
| Workers who work from home | 9% | Tied 42nd of 95 | 13% | 15% | Williamson County (29%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 93% | Tied 31st of 95 | 95% | 96% | Williamson County (99%) |
| Homes with internet | 89% | Tied 22nd of 95 | 90% | 91% | Williamson County (97%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 77% | Tied 9th of 95 | 74% | 76% | Williamson County (87%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 73% | Tied 25th of 95 | 76% | 81% | Williamson County (93%) |
| Median household income | $64,646 | 40th of 95 | $79,063 | $93,246 | Williamson County ($150,679) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 16% | Tied 9th of 95 | 15% | 16% | Putnam County (20%) |
Fiber reaches 99.0% of homes in Madison County, against 84.4% across Tennessee. Households in Madison County are smaller than the US average (2.4 people against 2.7); 9% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $64,646 (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 Madison County Compares to Its Neighbors
Madison County has 7 neighbors. Among them, Crockett County has the most homes with fiber (99.4%) and Carroll County the fewest (53.2%); Madison County has 99.0%.
Map of Madison County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
Hover over or tap a county for its numbers, and click through to its page.
Madison County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison County (this page) | 98,823 | 99.0% | 2,191 Mbps | 7.2 | A- | 56/100 |
| Gibson County | 50,429 | 83.3% | 1,149 Mbps | 5.9 | B- | 53/100 |
| Carroll County | 28,440 | 53.2% | 1,907 Mbps | 5.1 | C | 30/100 |
| Henderson County | 27,842 | 97.7% | 1,000 Mbps | 5.6 | B- | 38/100 |
| Hardeman County | 25,462 | 91.7% | 1,197 Mbps | 5.2 | B- | 26/100 |
| Haywood County | 17,864 | 62.7% | 1,059 Mbps | 5.8 | C+ | 33/100 |
| Chester County | 17,341 | 93.6% | 2,093 Mbps | 5.7 | B | 51/100 |
| Crockett County | 13,911 | 99.4% | 1,069 Mbps | 5.6 | B | 39/100 |
Internet in Madison County by City and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 89.3% of homes in Spring Creek to 100.0% in Oakfield; by ZIP code, from 97.7% in 38301 (Jackson) to 100.0% in 38391 (Denmark). Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in Madison County
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson | 80,017 | 98.9% | 2,452 Mbps | 7.6 | A- | 56/100 |
| Beech Bluff | 2,991 | 99.2% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.6 | C+ | 40/100 |
| Pinson | 2,397 | 99.5% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.1 | C+ | 24/100 |
| Three Way | 2,080 | 96.3% | 1,748 Mbps | 7.4 | B+ | 67/100 |
| Medon | 1,902 | 99.7% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.7 | B- | 44/100 |
| Oakfield | 1,881 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 7.6 | B+ | 67/100 |
| East Union | 1,221 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 6.4 | B | 45/100 |
| Spring Creek | 1,095 | 89.3% | 928 Mbps | 6 | C+ | 64/100 |
| Malesus | 1,014 | 100.0% | 1,185 Mbps | 5.2 | B | 58/100 |
| Denmark | 750 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.1 | C+ | 41/100 |
| Mercer | 616 | 99.3% | 1,000 Mbps | 3 | C+ | 33/100 |
| Madison Hall | 587 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 5 | B- | 45/100 |
| Gum Flat | 578 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 6.1 | B | 56/100 |
| Huntersville | 533 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 6.7 | B | 51/100 |
| Windy City | 467 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 7.6 | B+ | 68/100 |
| Law | 420 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 5.3 | B- | 62/100 |
| White Fern | 358 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.2 | C+ | 56/100 |
| Uptonville | 355 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 5.1 | B- | 26/100 |
| Dollar | 334 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.4 | C+ | 67/100 |
| Blue Goose | 245 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 5.3 | B- | 53/100 |
| Leighton | 107 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.7 | C+ | 42/100 |
| Westover | 72 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 6.6 | B | 42/100 |
| Parkburg | 66 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 4 | C+ | 51/100 |
ZIP codes in Madison County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38305 (Jackson) | 52,462 | 99.7% | 2,878 Mbps | 7.6 | A- | 69/100 |
| 38301 (Jackson) | 34,590 | 97.7% | 1,500 Mbps | 7.4 | B+ | 39/100 |
| 38313 (Beech Bluff) | 3,179 | 99.1% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.5 | C+ | 41/100 |
| 38356 (Medon) | 2,269 | 99.2% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.6 | B- | 37/100 |
| 38366 (Pinson) | 2,125 | 99.5% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.1 | C+ | 31/100 |
| 38391 (Denmark) | 1,162 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.6 | C+ | 42/100 |
| 38362 (Oakfield) | 1,118 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 7 | B+ | 64/100 |
| 38392 (Mercer) | 767 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 3 | C+ | 32/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Madison County?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Spectrum. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, AT&T and EarthLink 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 Madison County
| AT&T | 5,000 |
|---|---|
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| Jackson Energy Authority | 1,000 |
| Aeneas Internet and Telephone | 1,000 |
| Gibson Connect | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Madison County Internet Providers
Based on 104 reviews from Tennessee internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Madison County residents. AT&T was rated at an average of 3.71 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Spectrum wins for second-place in Tennessee, with 3.67 out of 5 stars and 90.5% coverage in Madison County.
At a national level, based on 4187 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 Madison County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Madison County, Tennessee, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Madison County Overall | Tennessee Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aeneas |  (2) |  (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (1) | (35) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Jackson Energy Authority | (4) | (4) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (3) | (39) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink |  (0) |  (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Gibson Connect | (0) | (7) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (6) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Madison County
Based on data reported by Madison County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through AT&T and EarthLink. These internet providers offer speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in Madison County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,801 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 Spectrum. This indicates Spectrum reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Madison County Speed | Tennessee Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Energy Authority | (4) | (4) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (3) | (39) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| Aeneas | (2) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (1) | (35) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Gibson Connect | (0) | (7) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (6) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Madison County?
Of the providers in Madison County, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Madison County where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Tennessee or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
AT&T is rated 5.00 out of 5 for price, which is much higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. EarthLink is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 1.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Madison County, Tennessee, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Madison County
| ISP / Tech Type | Madison County Affordability | Tennessee Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aeneas | (2) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (1) | (35) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Gibson Connect | (0) | (7) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (6) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (3) | (39) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| Jackson Energy Authority | (4) | (4) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Madison County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Madison County?
Jackson Energy Authority Fiber in Madison County, TN
Availability:
82.1%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Jackson Energy Authority offers Fiber service to 82.1% of Madison County homes. Across the county, Jackson Energy Authority Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
EarthLink Fiber in Madison County, TN
Availability:
41.0%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
3,883 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 41.0% of Madison County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 3,883 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for EarthLink Fiber. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Madison County from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Madison County, TN
Availability:
41.0%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
3,883 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 41.0% of Madison County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 3,883 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for AT&T Fiber. AT&T Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Madison County from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Aeneas Fiber in Madison County, TN
Availability:
24.5%
Customer Rating:
(3)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Aeneas Internet and Telephone offers Fiber service to 24.5% of Madison County homes. Across the county, Aeneas Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Spectrum Fiber in Madison County, TN
Availability:
3.4%
Customer Rating:
(207)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 3.4% of Madison County homes. Across the county, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Gibson Connect Fiber in Madison County, TN
Availability:
3.2%
Customer Rating:
(7)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Gibson Connect offers Fiber service to 3.2% of Madison County homes. Across the county, Gibson 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 Madison County?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Madison County, TN
Availability:
95.6%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
70 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.6% of Madison 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 70 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 13 Mbps throughout the county.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Madison County, TN
Availability:
83.2%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
216 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 83.2% of Madison County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 216 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 16 Mbps throughout the county.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Madison County, TN
Availability:
78.5%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
37 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 78.5% of Madison County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 37 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 20, with an average of 5.6 Mbps throughout the county.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Madison County, TN
Availability:
78.5%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
37 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 78.5% of Madison County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 37 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 20, with an average of 5.6 Mbps throughout the county.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Madison County?
Spectrum Cable in Madison County, TN
Availability:
90.5%
Customer Rating:
(1739)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 90.5% of Madison County homes. Across the county, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Madison County?
EarthLink DSL in Madison County, TN
Availability:
47.3%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 47.3% of Madison County homes. Across the county, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 10 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 5.0, with an average of 1.1 Mbps throughout the county. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Madison County from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Madison County, TN
Availability:
47.3%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 47.3% of Madison County homes. Across the county, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 10 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 5.0, with an average of 1.1 Mbps throughout the county. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Madison County from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Tennessee
Customer Reviews
Eric S.
Jackson Energy Authority Fiber
July 04, 2025 I like the speed of my internet provider, however I do think the amount I pay is a bit excessive. It's not the worst provider in my area but I wish it was $10 cheaper than it currently is. It's fiber internet access so the speed is great and the equipment they provided work very well.
A Jackson, TN Customer
Spectrum Cable
July 03, 2025 Leigh Ann H.
Jackson Energy Authority Fiber
March 11, 2025 Overall, it's fine- just okay, I guess. Most days, it functions flawlessly, but sometimes it will act glitchy, most times by just providing spotty coverage where it dips in and out. When it does that, we reboot the system and that normally resolves the issue. We have had to call them out before to look at it, but that isn't the norm. As far as speed goes, it could be faster, but it seems sufficient for what we need, and it isn't worth paying more for the next fastest service they offer.
Mariah B
AT&T Fixed Wireless
January 05, 2025 My internet from AT&T goes the speed I need it to. There is a program going on in my neighbor hood where we can get $30 internet services.
Bambi C
Aeneas Fiber
September 02, 2024 Aeneas internet is best service we have ever used. We have used 3 others. The only time we have had issues is during a storm but that very rare. They have always been helpful as well.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Madison 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 Madison County is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be AT&T and EarthLink. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Spectrum may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Madison County is AT&T.
- Viasat, T-Mobile Home Internet, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Madison County, available to 95.6% 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.