Best Internet Providers in Riverdale, AR
All 6 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Riverdale, AR
Riverdale has 6 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 2 available internet technologies in Riverdale.
Ranks compare Riverdale with the 31,388 US places under 1,000 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Riverdale, AR at a Glance
Riverdale Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Dobson Fiber
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Wave Rural Connect
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
T-Mobile Home Internet
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 Riverdale ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Riverdale, AR?
Dobson Fiber is the best internet provider in Riverdale based on Arkansas customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Dobson Fiber had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Riverdale, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Dobson Fiber is an option for 100.00% of the city.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Riverdale?
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 Riverdale Compares to Places Its Size
Riverdale's report card score is in the top 28% and its connectivity index is in the top 21%.
| Measure | Riverdale | Rank among US places under 1,000 people | Sebastian County | Arkansas | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 100.0% | top 1% | 87.2% | 74.6% | 71.5% | Tied with 6,945 other places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 1,000 Mbps | top 38% | 5,191 Mbps | 2,675 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Fairmount, TN and Falling Water, TN and 5 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 4.1 | bottom 50% | 7.8 | 6.8 | 7.1 | Los Prados, PR (15.1) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.3 | bottom 36% | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Paguate, NM (13.4) |
| Workers who work from home | 8% | bottom 48% | 8% | 9% | 15% | Boys Town, NE (100%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 97% | top 16% | 94% | 94% | 96% | 1,494 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 91% | top 24% | 87% | 87% | 91% | 370 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 77% | top 13% | 74% | 67% | 76% | 23 places at 100% |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 65% | bottom 31% | 70% | 71% | 81% | 72 places at 100% |
| Median household income | $61,860 | bottom 34% | $63,096 | $67,831 | $93,246 | 22 places at $250,001 |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 14% | top 28% | 14% | 15% | 16% | University at Buffalo, NY (100%) |
Fiber reaches 100.0% of homes in Riverdale, against 87.2% across Sebastian County and 74.6% across Arkansas. Households in Riverdale are smaller than the US average (2.3 people against 2.7); 8% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $61,860 (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 Riverdale
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Riverdale?
Dobson Fiber in Riverdale, AR
Availability:
100.0%
Customer Rating:
(743)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Dobson Fiber offers Fiber service to 100.0% of Riverdale homes. Across the city, Dobson Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Wave Rural Connect Fiber in Riverdale, AR
Availability:
100.0%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Wave Rural Connect offers Fiber service to 100.0% of Riverdale homes. Across the city, Wave Rural 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 Riverdale?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Riverdale, AR
Availability:
76.0%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 76.0% of Riverdale 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
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Riverdale, AR
Availability:
48.9%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 48.9% of Riverdale 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 Riverdale, AR
Availability:
48.9%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 48.9% of Riverdale homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Riverdale, AR
Availability:
34.7%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 34.7% of Riverdale homes. Across the city, Verizon 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 Riverdale?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Riverdale, AR.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Riverdale?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Riverdale, AR.
Internet in Riverdale by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Riverdale
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Riverdale
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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How Riverdale Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Riverdale that have their own pages are all within 9 miles. Among them, Lavaca has the most homes with fiber (99.5%) and Dyer the fewest (46.0%); Riverdale has 100.0%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverdale (this page) | 225 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.1 | C+ | 57/100 |
| Alma | 12,633 | 73.5% | 2,625 Mbps | 6.6 | B | 63/100 |
| Lavaca | 4,434 | 99.5% | 1,901 Mbps | 5.9 | B+ | 53/100 |
| Mulberry | 4,030 | 87.8% | 1,403 Mbps | 5.4 | B- | 44/100 |
| Charleston | 3,739 | 99.0% | 1,008 Mbps | 6 | B | 35/100 |
| Dyer | 1,158 | 46.0% | 1,887 Mbps | 6.4 | C+ | 66/100 |
| Kibler | 822 | 99.6% | 1,950 Mbps | 7.3 | A- | 77/100 |
| Central City | 518 | 11.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 5.1 | C | 61/100 |
| Ursula | 470 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 6.2 | B | 34/100 |
| Vesta | 357 | 96.6% | 1,000 Mbps | 4 | C+ | 5/100 |
| Cecil | 327 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.6 | B- | 11/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Riverdale?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Dobson Fiber. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Dobson Fiber and Wave Rural 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 Riverdale
| Dobson Fiber | 1,000 |
|---|---|
| Wave Rural Connect | 1,000 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 25 |
| AT&T | 25 |
| EarthLink | 25 |
| Verizon | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Riverdale Internet Providers
Based on 109 reviews from Arkansas internet customers, Dobson Fiber is the best internet service provider for Riverdale residents. Dobson Fiber was rated at an average of 4.73 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Wave Rural Connect wins for second-place in Arkansas, with 4.83 out of 5 stars and 100.0% coverage in Riverdale.
At a national level, based on 3229 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Dobson Fiber is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.67 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Riverdale Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Riverdale, Arkansas, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Riverdale Overall | Arkansas Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dobson Fiber |  (0) | (74) | (999) | View Plans | ||
| Wave Rural Connect | (0) | (6) | (6) | 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 | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Riverdale
Based on data reported by Riverdale ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Dobson Fiber and Wave Rural Connect. These internet providers offer speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Riverdale. 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 Dobson Fiber. This indicates Dobson Fiber reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Riverdale Speed | Arkansas Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dobson Fiber | (0) | (74) | (999) | View Plans | ||
| Wave Rural Connect | (0) | (6) | (6) | 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 | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) |  (15) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Riverdale?
Of the providers in Riverdale, customers rate Dobson Fiber the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Riverdale 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.
Dobson Fiber is rated 4.68 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. Wave Rural Connect is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.67 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Riverdale, Arkansas, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Riverdale
| ISP / Tech Type | Riverdale Affordability | Arkansas Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dobson Fiber | (0) | (74) | (999) | View Plans | ||
| Wave Rural Connect | (0) | (6) | (6) | 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 | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | 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 Riverdale?
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 Riverdale is Dobson Fiber.
- The fastest internet provider should be Dobson Fiber and Wave Rural Connect. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Dobson Fiber may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Riverdale is Dobson Fiber.
- Wave Rural Connect, Viasat, HughesNet, and Dobson Fiber has the broadest coverage in Riverdale, 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.