Best Internet Providers in Rafter, TN
All 6 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Rafter, TN
Rafter has 6 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Fixed Wireless, and DSL 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 Rafter.
Ranks compare Rafter with the 31,388 US places under 1,000 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Rafter, TN at a Glance
Rafter Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
TDS
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Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Verizon
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Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
T-Mobile Home Internet
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
EarthLink
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 Rafter ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Rafter, TN?
T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet provider in Rafter based on Tennessee 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 Rafter, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. T-Mobile Home Internet is an option for 45.42% of the city.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Rafter?
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 Rafter Compares to Places Its Size
Rafter's report card score is in the top 49% and its connectivity index is in the bottom 23%.
| Measure | Rafter | Rank among US places under 1,000 people | Monroe County | Tennessee | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 58.5% | bottom 44% | 62.4% | 84.4% | 71.5% | 6,946 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 4,515 Mbps | top 8% | 1,770 Mbps | 5,177 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Fairmount, TN and Falling Water, TN and 5 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 2.9 | bottom 28% | 5.7 | 7.3 | 7.1 | Los Prados, PR (15.1) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.7 | top 21% | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Paguate, NM (13.4) |
| Workers who work from home | 4% | bottom 20% | 9% | 13% | 15% | Boys Town, NE (100%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 87% | bottom 20% | 88% | 95% | 96% | 1,494 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 84% | bottom 41% | 85% | 90% | 91% | 370 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 34% | bottom 13% | 56% | 74% | 76% | 23 places at 100% |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 60% | bottom 19% | 62% | 76% | 81% | 72 places at 100% |
| Median household income | $52,820 | bottom 19% | $60,877 | $79,063 | $93,246 | 22 places at $250,001 |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 7% | bottom 15% | 11% | 15% | 16% | University at Buffalo, NY (100%) |
Fiber reaches 58.5% of homes in Rafter, against 62.4% across Monroe County and 84.4% across Tennessee. Households in Rafter are the same size as the US average (2.7 people against 2.7); 4% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $52,820 (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 Rafter
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Rafter?
TDS Fiber in Rafter, TN
Availability:
58.5%
Customer Rating:
(16)
Avg. Download Speed
7,620 Mbps
TDS offers Fiber service to 58.5% of Rafter homes. Across the city, TDS Fiber has speeds up to 7,620 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 TDS Fiber. TDS Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Rafter from TDS in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Rafter?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Rafter, TN
Availability:
45.4%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 45.4% of Rafter homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Rafter, TN
Availability:
45.4%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
105 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 45.4% of Rafter homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 105 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 10 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Rafter, TN
Availability:
13.3%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 13.3% of Rafter homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Airhawk Wireless Fixed Wireless in Rafter, TN
Availability:
13.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
50 Mbps
Airhawk Wireless offers Fixed Wireless service to 13.3% of Rafter homes. Across the city, Airhawk Wireless Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 50 Mbps
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Rafter, TN
Availability:
13.3%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 13.3% of Rafter homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Rafter?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Rafter, TN.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Rafter?
TDS DSL in Rafter, TN
Availability:
98.9%
Customer Rating:
(7)
Avg. Download Speed
33 Mbps
TDS offers DSL service to 98.9% of Rafter homes. Across the city, TDS DSL has speeds up to 33 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 50 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 6.2 Mbps throughout the city. TDS DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Rafter from TDS in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Rafter by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Rafter
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Rafter
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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How Rafter Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Rafter that have their own pages are all within 11 miles. Among them, Vonore has the most homes with fiber (84.6%) and Madisonville the fewest (46.4%); Rafter has 58.5%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rafter (this page) | 535 | 58.5% | 4,515 Mbps | 2.9 | C | 27/100 |
| Madisonville | 14,562 | 46.4% | 1,490 Mbps | 5.7 | C | 28/100 |
| Tellico Plains | 5,862 | 72.1% | 2,339 Mbps | 3.8 | C | 36/100 |
| Vonore | 5,600 | 84.6% | 1,004 Mbps | 6 | B- | 48/100 |
| Hopewell Springs | 964 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 5.5 | B- | 39/100 |
| Big Creek | 584 | 67.1% | 1,300 Mbps | 4.9 | C | 31/100 |
| Howard | 372 | 99.2% | 992 Mbps | 3.9 | C+ | 31/100 |
| Sandy Lane | 351 | 100.0% | 7,900 Mbps | 2.4 | B | 37/100 |
| Jalapa | 336 | 97.3% | 7,787 Mbps | 5.9 | B+ | 27/100 |
| Cokercreek | 158 | 92.4% | 7,394 Mbps | 4 | B- | 27/100 |
| Smithfield | 122 | 93.4% | 8,000 Mbps | 1.6 | C+ | 28/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Rafter?
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, TDS 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 Rafter
| TDS | 8,000 |
|---|---|
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| Airhawk Wireless | 50 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 25 |
| AT&T | 25 |
| EarthLink | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Rafter Internet Providers
Based on 53 reviews from Tennessee internet customers, T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet service provider for Rafter residents. T-Mobile Home Internet was rated at an average of 4.33 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Verizon wins for second-place in Tennessee, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 45.4% coverage in Rafter.
At a national level, based on 2263 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 Rafter Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Rafter, Tennessee, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Rafter Overall | Tennessee Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) |  (6) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (35) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| TDS | (0) | (2) | (39) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) |  (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Airhawk Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Rafter
Based on data reported by Rafter ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through TDS. The company offers speeds up to 8,000 Mbps in Rafter. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 4,515 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 | Rafter Speed | Tennessee Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (6) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (35) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| TDS | (0) | (2) | (39) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Airhawk Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Rafter?
Of the providers in Rafter, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Rafter 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.
T-Mobile Home Internet is rated 4.33 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 4.11 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Rafter, Tennessee, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Rafter
| ISP / Tech Type | Rafter Affordability | Tennessee Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (6) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| TDS | (0) | (2) | (39) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (35) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Airhawk Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Tennessee
Customer Reviews
ISPReports User
TVEC Connect Fiber
November 03, 2026 Brian G
HolstonConnect Fiber
October 11, 2026 I pay for the medium service and I expect faster speeds but I'm getting a whole lot of latency when I try to watch FB or Youtube videos. And it's consistent. Might be time for a change.
Earl
Trilight Fiber
September 28, 2026 Trilight internet is excellent. If you ever have an issue a real person answers the phone at Tech Support. They work diligently to solve your problem and if it requires a service call they make the appointment right then. The service technicians, are competent and solve any problems quickly.
Duane M
EPB Power Fiber
September 25, 2026 glitchy and lacks the power that EPB promised
Bill O
KUB Fiber
August 28, 2026 I have had KUB fiber for a little over a year. I live up in the mountains and could not get fiber from another vendor. One major national vendor said they would connect me, but it would cost $6000 because my house is surrounded by concrete patios and a driveway they would have to drill under. So, I ended up going with Starlink. Starlink was OK, but because I live in a forest, sometime getting a good view of the sky was a problem. Then, finally, KUB offered fiber to my area. They connected me for free, even with the obstacles. The service has been great, with almost no interruptions (there have been rare short scheduled maintenance periods), and the speed is 5 to 10 times faster than Starlink at about half the price. On rare occasions I've had tech questions (I run my my own router, mailserver, and nameservice) , support has been great.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Rafter?
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 Rafter is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- The fastest internet provider should be TDS. 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 Rafter is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, TDS, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Rafter, available to 98.9% 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.