12 Best Internet Providers in Memphis, TN
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| Memphis ISP Report Card | B | |
| Download Speed for Most Households | 3,611 Mbps | |
| Number of Internet Service Providers | 12 | |
| Real Memphis Customer Ratings | 33 |
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
Memphis has 12 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, 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 4 available internet technologies in Memphis.
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Memphis has 12 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, 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 4 available internet technologies in Memphis.
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Above are the top 4 providers in Memphis, TN for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your city.
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 Memphis ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Memphis, TN?
C Spire is the best internet provider in Memphis based on Tennessee customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, C Spire had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Memphis, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Unfortunately, C Spire is an option for 12.46% of the city.
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The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Memphis, Tennessee, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in Memphis
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Memphis Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | Memphis Overall | Tennessee Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
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| C Spire | (1) | (1) | (24) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (1) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (5) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (2) | (8) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (20) | (86) | (2164) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (7) | (34) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Ritter Communications | (1) | (1) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| Aeneas | (0) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (2) | (64) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| PCs for People | (0) | (0) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| ting | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Northcentral Connect | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 142 reviews from Tennessee internet customers, C Spire is the best internet service provider for Memphis residents. C Spire was rated at an average of 5.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet wins for second-place in Tennessee, with 5.00 out of 5 stars and 92.3% coverage in Memphis.
At a national level, based on 4251 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Aeneas Internet and Telephone is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.51 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Memphis?
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Speeds and coverage vary within the city, and sometimes even from block to block. The map shows speeds per provider and where each provider is available.
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Memphis?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the city, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Verizon. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, C Spire 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 Memphis
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
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| C Spire | 8,000 Mbps | ||
| Ritter Communications | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| AT&T | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| EarthLink | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| ting | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| Northcentral Connect | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Brightspeed | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Aeneas Internet and Telephone | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Verizon | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| PCs for People | 50 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Memphis
| ISP / Tech Type | Memphis Speed | Tennessee Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
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| C Spire | (1) | (1) | (24) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (1) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (5) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (2) | (8) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (20) | (86) | (2164) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (7) | (34) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Ritter Communications | (1) | (1) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (2) | (64) | View Plans | ||
| Aeneas | (0) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| ting | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| PCs for People | (0) | (0) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Northcentral Connect | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by Memphis ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through C Spire. The company offers speeds up to 8,000 Mbps in Memphis. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 6,142 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers in the city rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Verizon. This indicates Verizon reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Memphis?
Tennessee customers rate C Spire as the cheapest internet service provider in state. Data comes from customers in the state rating their satisfaction with pricing. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
C Spire received a local rating of 5.00 out of 5, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. T-Mobile Home Internet is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Memphis customers with an average price rating of 5.00 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in Memphis, Tennessee, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Memphis
| ISP / Tech Type | Memphis Affordability | Tennessee Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| C Spire | (1) | (1) | (24) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (1) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (5) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (2) | (8) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (20) | (86) | (2164) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (7) | (34) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Ritter Communications | (1) | (1) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| Aeneas | (0) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (2) | (64) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| PCs for People | (0) | (0) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| ting | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Northcentral Connect | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Memphis Internet Health Assessment
ISP Reports evaluates the technological infrastructure across the United States. This includes assessing a grade for ISP providers and infrastructure in the city and setting an index number for the digital connectivity of its residents. You can view the ISP Report Card and the Digital Connectivity Index for Memphis below, including the metrics used and how Memphis compares to the rest of Tennessee and nation.
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Memphis that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 64.74% | 80.72% | 67.25% | ||
| Average Download SpeedThe maximum download speed most households can get on average. This is measured by availability in a block group and weighted by the population in that area. | 3,611 Mbps | 4,747 Mbps | 3,293 Mbps | ||
| Provider CountThe number of providers available for most people. This is a weighted average by block rather than a total for Memphis. | 6.9 | 7.0 | 6.8 |
| Average Household SizeA larger household size in a city indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion. | 2.7 | 2.5 | 2.7 | ||
| Work From Home PercentA higher percent of the population working from home indicates bandwidth requirements being more widely needed rather than consolidated to commercial portions of the city. | 9% | 12% | 14% | ||
| Households with DevicesA higher percentage of households with computing devices in the home indicates a higher level of infrastructure needed to support those households. | 94% | 94% | 95% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 88% | 88% | 90% | ||
| Households with BroadbandA higher percentage of households with a broadband connection (defined as speeds above 25 Mbps) indicates heavier usage needs within these households. | 69% | 72% | 75% | ||
| Broadband Usage vs. AvailabilityThis measures what percentage of households who have a broadband connection to their home actually have an active subscription to that service. | 69% | 73% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Memphis ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in Memphis is B, which is comparable to other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Memphis is high with a score of 57 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Memphis have done a average job meeting the needs of its residents.
The Memphis ISP Report Card evaluates the city on availability and speed metrics compared to other cities in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a city needs. Please see our ISP Report Card along with the Digital Connectivity Index above to evaluate how well the connectivity demand is met by the existing infrastructure.
88% of Memphis households have an internet connection despite having 99.58% availability. 69% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 8% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 3% of households have internet but don’t pay for a subscription because it’s subsidized by the Affordable Connectivity Program.
As you can see in the table above, while 69% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 69% subscribe to it. A moderate amount of Memphis residents are taking advantage of the available internet infrastructure.
For more details, please visit our ISP Report Card and Digital Connectivity Index pages.
How do Neighboring Cities Compare to Memphis?
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 84 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 75 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 75 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 41 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C
- Digital Connectivity Index: 28 / 100
- ISP Report Card: F
- Digital Connectivity Index: 80 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 84 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 92 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 64 / 100
How Much Speed does a Memphis Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Memphis is 2.7, which is larger than the Tennessee average of 2.5 and larger than the national average of 2.7. the Memphis area's average household income is $77,829 which is higher than the Tennessee average of $76,490 and higher than the national average of $90,606. Homes with more people living in them and with higher incomes tend to indicate more devices being used more often.
Memphis also has 16% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is higher than the Tennessee average of 15%. Additionally, 9% of residents work from home, which is lower than the 12% of residents in Tennessee who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Memphis has a high need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, Memphis households are about average when it comes to technological engagement. 94% of households have some sort of computing device, 75% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 91% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Memphis?
EarthLink Fiber in Memphis, TN
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 47.1% of Memphis homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,225 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 Memphis from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Memphis, TN
AT&T offers Fiber service to 47.1% of Memphis homes. Across the city, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,225 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 higher than other types of internet service available in Memphis from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
C Spire Fiber in Memphis, TN
C Spire offers Fiber service to 11.8% of Memphis homes. Across the city, C Spire Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 6,468 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 8,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for C Spire Fiber.
Aeneas Fiber in Memphis, TN
Aeneas Internet and Telephone offers Fiber service to 6.6% of Memphis homes. Across the city, Aeneas Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Northcentral Connect Fiber in Memphis, TN
Northcentral Connect offers Fiber service to 4.6% of Memphis homes. Across the city, Northcentral Connect Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
ting Fiber in Memphis, TN
ting offers Fiber service to 4.0% of Memphis homes. Across the city, ting Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Ritter Communications Fiber in Memphis, TN
Ritter Communications offers Fiber service to 2.9% of Memphis homes. Across the city, Ritter Communications Fiber has speeds up to 4,526 Mbps, with speeds from 2,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 75 and as high as 5,000, with an average of 4,222 Mbps throughout the city. Ritter Communications Fiber is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Memphis from Ritter Communications in terms of customer satisfaction.
Brightspeed Fiber in Memphis, TN
Brightspeed offers Fiber service to 1.4% of Memphis homes. Across the city, Brightspeed Fiber has speeds up to 940 Mbps, with speeds from 940 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Brightspeed Fiber. Brightspeed Fiber is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Memphis from Brightspeed in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Memphis?
XFINITY Cable in Memphis, TN
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 89.3% of Memphis homes. Across the city, XFINITY Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,843 Mbps, with speeds from 1,200 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 35 and as high as 250, with an average of 208 Mbps throughout the city.
Ritter Communications Cable in Memphis, TN
Ritter Communications offers Cable service to 4.2% of Memphis homes. Across the city, Ritter Communications Cable has speeds up to 1,991 Mbps, with speeds from 200 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 15 and as high as 75, with an average of 75 Mbps throughout the city.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Memphis?
EarthLink DSL in Memphis, TN
EarthLink offers DSL service to 77.4% of Memphis homes. Across the city, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 62 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 13 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink DSL is rated the same as other types of internet service available in Memphis from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Memphis, TN
AT&T offers DSL service to 77.4% of Memphis homes. Across the city, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 62 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 13 Mbps throughout the city. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Memphis from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Brightspeed DSL in Memphis, TN
Brightspeed offers DSL service to 5.3% of Memphis homes. Across the city, Brightspeed DSL has speeds up to 40 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 4.0 Mbps throughout the city. Brightspeed DSL is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Memphis from Brightspeed in terms of customer satisfaction.
Ritter Communications DSL in Memphis, TN
Ritter Communications offers DSL service to 4.5% of Memphis homes. Across the city, Ritter Communications DSL has speeds up to 22 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 3.0, with an average of 2.6 Mbps throughout the city. Ritter Communications DSL is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Memphis from Ritter Communications in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Memphis?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Memphis, TN
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 92.3% of Memphis homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 67 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 12 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Memphis, TN
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 75.2% of Memphis homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 39 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 6.1 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Memphis, TN
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 75.2% of Memphis homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 39 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 6.1 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Memphis, TN
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 52.7% of Memphis homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 380 Mbps, with speeds from 300 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 20 and as high as 75, with an average of 26 Mbps throughout the city.
PCs for People Fixed Wireless in Memphis, TN
PCs for People offers Fixed Wireless service to 1.5% of Memphis homes. Across the city, PCs for People Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 50 Mbps
Which ISP Should You Choose in Memphis?
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 Memphis is C Spire.
- The fastest internet provider should be C Spire. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Verizon may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Memphis is C Spire.
- Viasat, HughesNet, EarthLink, and AT&T has the broadest coverage in Memphis, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what's available at your home, please use our address search tool.
How does Memphis compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how Memphis stacks up on the national level, it's useful to look at some other cities with similarly sized populations. Below you can see a list of these cities and how they compare to Memphis's B ISP Report Card and 57 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 69 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 63 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 83 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 56 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 65 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 86 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 70 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 62 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 58 / 100
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AT&T Fiber
September 18, 2025 I am satisfied my internet service provider AT&T because my internet connection is fast and I can have numerous devices connected while still receiving fast connection speeds. I also like that if I do encounter any problems I have internet whole home app on my phone to troubleshoot the problem and AT&T resolved my issue quickly either through chat or a live representative.
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