Best Internet Providers in Perla, AR
All 7 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Perla, AR
Perla has 7 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, Fixed Wireless, and DSL 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 Perla.
Ranks compare Perla with the 31,388 US places under 1,000 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Perla, AR at a Glance
Perla Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
South Central Connect
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Customer Rating
Fiber
Optimum
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Customer Rating
Cable
EarthLink
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Customer Rating
DSL
AT&T
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Customer Rating
DSL
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 Perla ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Perla, AR?
T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet provider in Perla 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 Perla, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. T-Mobile Home Internet is an option for 89.41% of the city.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Perla?
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 Perla Compares to Places Its Size
Perla's report card score is in the top 47% and its connectivity index is in the bottom 23%.
| Measure | Perla | Rank among US places under 1,000 people | Hot Spring County | Arkansas | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 79.4% | top 48% | 82.8% | 74.6% | 71.5% | 6,946 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 988 Mbps | bottom 41% | 978 Mbps | 2,675 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Fairmount, TN and Falling Water, TN and 5 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 4.9 | top 37% | 4.3 | 6.8 | 7.1 | Los Prados, PR (15.1) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.5 | top 40% | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Paguate, NM (13.4) |
| Workers who work from home | 3% | bottom 13% | 5% | 9% | 15% | Boys Town, NE (100%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 97% | top 16% | 92% | 94% | 96% | 1,494 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 80% | bottom 26% | 83% | 87% | 91% | 370 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 44% | bottom 25% | 49% | 67% | 76% | 23 places at 100% |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 69% | bottom 41% | 69% | 71% | 81% | 72 places at 100% |
| Median household income | $57,228 | bottom 26% | $62,057 | $67,831 | $93,246 | 22 places at $250,001 |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 10% | bottom 38% | 12% | 15% | 16% | University at Buffalo, NY (100%) |
Fiber reaches 79.4% of homes in Perla, against 82.8% across Hot Spring County and 74.6% across Arkansas. Households in Perla are smaller than the US average (2.5 people against 2.7); 3% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $57,228 (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 Perla
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Perla?
South Central Connect Fiber in Perla, AR
Availability:
76.8%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
South Central Connect offers Fiber service to 76.8% of Perla 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
CATC Fiber in Perla, AR
Availability:
10.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
CATC offers Fiber service to 10.0% of Perla homes. Across the city, CATC 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 Perla?
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Perla, AR
Availability:
97.4%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
255 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 97.4% of Perla homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 255 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 18 Mbps throughout the city.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Perla, AR
Availability:
89.4%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
26 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 89.4% of Perla homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 26 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 3.1 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Perla?
Optimum Cable in Perla, AR
Availability:
76.4%
Customer Rating:
(223)
Avg. Download Speed
940 Mbps
Optimum offers Cable service to 76.4% of Perla homes. Across the city, Optimum Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 940 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Perla?
EarthLink DSL in Perla, AR
Availability:
72.3%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 72.3% of Perla homes. Across the city, EarthLink DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 10 Mbps
AT&T DSL in Perla, AR
Availability:
72.3%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 72.3% of Perla homes. Across the city, AT&T DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 10 Mbps
Internet in Perla by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Perla
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Perla
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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How Perla Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Perla that have their own pages are all within 9 miles. Among them, Traskwood has the most homes with fiber (99.9%) and Malvern the fewest (73.0%); Perla has 79.4%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perla (this page) | 491 | 79.4% | 988 Mbps | 4.9 | C | 27/100 |
| Malvern | 18,597 | 73.0% | 977 Mbps | 4.6 | C- | 27/100 |
| Traskwood | 1,960 | 99.9% | 1,110 Mbps | 4.8 | B- | 30/100 |
| Rockport | 788 | 92.3% | 993 Mbps | 5.8 | C+ | 29/100 |
| Poyen | 771 | 70.4% | 1,472 Mbps | 3.3 | C- | 41/100 |
| Gifford | 598 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.2 | C+ | 18/100 |
| Rolla | 493 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.5 | C+ | 31/100 |
| Jones Mills | 315 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 7.3 | B+ | 24/100 |
| Butterfield | 122 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 5 | B- | 25/100 |
| Social Hill | 67 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.3 | C+ | 15/100 |
| Jones Mill | 53 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.3 | B- | 25/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Perla?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Optimum. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, South Central Connect 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 Perla
| South Central Connect | 1,000 |
|---|---|
| CATC | 1,000 |
| Optimum | 940 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| AT&T | 10 |
| EarthLink | 10 |
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Customer Ratings for Perla Internet Providers
Based on 40 reviews from Arkansas internet customers, T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet service provider for Perla residents. T-Mobile Home Internet was rated at an average of 4.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Optimum wins for second-place in Arkansas, with 3.67 out of 5 stars and 76.4% coverage in Perla.
At a national level, based on 2508 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 Perla Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Perla, Arkansas, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Perla 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 | ||
| Optimum | (0) | (9) | (279) | 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 Perla
Based on data reported by Perla ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through South Central Connect. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Perla. 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 Optimum. This indicates Optimum reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Perla Speed | Arkansas Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Optimum | (0) | (9) | (279) | View Plans | ||
| 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 Perla?
Of the providers in Perla, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Perla 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 Perla, Arkansas, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Perla
| ISP / Tech Type | Perla 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 | ||
| Optimum | (0) | (9) | (279) | 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.
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Dobson Fiber
October 07, 2026 Rate your provider
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Perla?
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 Perla is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- The fastest internet provider should be South Central Connect. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Optimum may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Perla is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, Verizon, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Perla, available to 97.4% 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.