Best Internet Providers in Russell County, AL
All 5 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Russell County, AL
Russell County has 5 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, DSL, and Fixed Wireless 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 Russell County.
Ranks compare Russell County with the 67 Alabama counties.
The Best Internet in Russell County, AL at a Glance
Russell County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Beam
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EarthLink
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AT&T
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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 Russell County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Russell County, AL?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Russell County based on 48 Alabama 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 Russell 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 Russell County
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Beam - fiber coverage map
- Beam - cable coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
How Russell County Compares to the Rest of Alabama
Russell County's report card score is tied 1st of 67 and its connectivity index is tied 31st of 67.
| Measure | Russell County | Rank among Alabama counties | Alabama | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 98.9% | 4th of 67 | 73.5% | 71.5% | Lamar County (99.6%) |
| Average top speed | 2,546 Mbps | 23rd of 67 | 3,295 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Pike County (6,779 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 7.6 | Tied 8th of 67 | 7 | 7.1 | Madison County (8.8) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | |||||
| People per household | 2.5 | Tied 33rd of 67 | 2.6 | 2.7 | DeKalb County (2.9) |
| Workers who work from home | 10% | Tied 8th of 67 | 9% | 15% | Shelby County (17%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 90% | Tied 37th of 67 | 94% | 96% | Autauga County and Madison County and 1 more (97%) |
| Homes with internet | 81% | Tied 42nd of 67 | 88% | 91% | Shelby County (95%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 56% | Tied 33rd of 67 | 68% | 76% | Shelby County (82%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 64% | Tied 30th of 67 | 72% | 81% | Shelby County (87%) |
| Median household income | $53,111 | 44th of 67 | $72,899 | $93,246 | Shelby County ($109,573) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 15% | Tied 14th of 67 | 16% | 16% | Lee County (28%) |
Fiber reaches 98.9% of homes in Russell County, against 73.5% across Alabama. Households in Russell County are smaller than the US average (2.5 people against 2.7); 10% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $53,111 (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 Russell County Compares to Its Neighbors
Russell County has 7 neighbors, 3 of them in Georgia. Among them, Bullock County has the most homes with fiber (98.8%) and Chattahoochee County, GA the fewest (14.1%); Russell County has 98.9%.
Map of Russell County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
Hover over or tap a county for its numbers, and click through to its page.
Russell County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russell County (this page) | 59,183 | 98.9% | 2,546 Mbps | 7.6 | A- | 35/100 |
| Muscogee County, GA | 206,922 | 71.3% | 3,559 Mbps | 9 | B+ | 56/100 |
| Lee County | 174,241 | 75.7% | 2,607 Mbps | 7.5 | B | 64/100 |
| Barbour County | 25,223 | 65.7% | 1,743 Mbps | 5.6 | C+ | 24/100 |
| Macon County | 19,532 | 35.9% | 951 Mbps | 5.2 | C- | 25/100 |
| Bullock County | 10,357 | 98.8% | 1,056 Mbps | 2 | C | 15/100 |
| Chattahoochee County, GA | 9,565 | 14.1% | 673 Mbps | 4.3 | D | 60/100 |
| Stewart County, GA | 5,314 | 16.1% | 544 Mbps | 3.8 | D | 14/100 |
Internet in Russell County by City and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 66.4% of homes in Hurtsboro to 100.0% in Nuckols; by ZIP code, from 85.5% in 36860 (Hurtsboro) to 99.6% in 36869 (Phenix City). Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in Russell County
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phenix City | 60,946 | 99.2% | 2,861 Mbps | 8.1 | A- | 43/100 |
| Fort Mitchell | 3,856 | 94.9% | 2,026 Mbps | 7.2 | B+ | 63/100 |
| Seale | 3,498 | 99.2% | 1,573 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 19/100 |
| Oswichee | 3,325 | 99.6% | 3,473 Mbps | 7.8 | A- | 82/100 |
| Nuckols | 1,357 | 100.0% | 1,492 Mbps | 7.6 | A- | 51/100 |
| Hurtsboro | 1,043 | 66.4% | 705 Mbps | 3.2 | D+ | 11/100 |
| Pittsview | 1,031 | 96.8% | 969 Mbps | 4.6 | C+ | 16/100 |
| Cottonton | 718 | 100.0% | 1,802 Mbps | 7.2 | A- | 18/100 |
| Hatchechubbee | 439 | 95.7% | 986 Mbps | 5.1 | C+ | 4/100 |
| Uchee | 362 | 82.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.6 | C- | 23/100 |
| Holy Trinity | 236 | 100.0% | 3,475 Mbps | 5.7 | B+ | 56/100 |
| Rutherford | 168 | 91.1% | 943 Mbps | 5.8 | C+ | 8/100 |
| Wende | 159 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.7 | B- | 13/100 |
| Villula | 42 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 5.7 | B | 16/100 |
| Jernigan | 32 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 1.6 | C | 23/100 |
ZIP codes in Russell County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36867 (Phenix City) | 22,889 | 98.3% | 3,091 Mbps | 8.4 | A- | 47/100 |
| 36869 (Phenix City) | 21,343 | 99.6% | 2,656 Mbps | 7.8 | A- | 30/100 |
| 36856 (Fort Mitchell) | 7,765 | 99.0% | 2,604 Mbps | 7.5 | A- | 73/100 |
| 36875 (Seale) | 4,461 | 99.4% | 1,629 Mbps | 6.7 | B+ | 16/100 |
| 36871 (Pittsview) | 1,233 | 99.3% | 994 Mbps | 4.6 | C+ | 17/100 |
| 36860 (Hurtsboro) | 1,231 | 85.5% | 883 Mbps | 3.8 | C- | 12/100 |
| 36858 (Hatchechubbee) | 495 | 96.2% | 988 Mbps | 4.2 | C+ | 4/100 |
| 36859 (Holy Trinity) | 15 | 46.7% | 1,000 Mbps | 4 | C- | 22/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Russell County?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by AT&T. 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 Russell County
| AT&T | 5,000 |
|---|---|
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| Beam | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Russell County Internet Providers
Based on 48 reviews from Alabama internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Russell County residents. AT&T was rated at an average of 3.70 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Beam wins for second-place in Alabama, with 4.50 out of 5 stars and 98.9% coverage in Russell County.
At a national level, based on 2226 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 Russell County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Russell County, Alabama, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Russell County Overall | Alabama Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beam | (2) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T |  (1) | (37) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (4) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Russell County
Based on data reported by Russell 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 Russell County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,136 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 AT&T. This indicates AT&T reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Russell County Speed | Alabama Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beam | (2) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (1) | (37) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (4) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Russell County?
Of the providers in Russell County, customers rate Beam the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Russell County where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Alabama or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
Beam is rated 4.50 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. AT&T is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Russell County, Alabama, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Russell County
| ISP / Tech Type | Russell County Affordability | Alabama Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beam | (2) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (1) | (37) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (4) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Russell County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Russell County?
Beam Fiber in Russell County, AL
Availability:
98.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Beam offers Fiber service to 98.9% of Russell County homes. Across the county, Beam Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
EarthLink Fiber in Russell County, AL
Availability:
44.9%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
4,416 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 44.9% of Russell County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,416 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 Russell County from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Russell County, AL
Availability:
44.9%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
4,416 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 44.9% of Russell County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,416 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 Russell County from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Russell County?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Russell County, AL
Availability:
90.1%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
59 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 90.1% of Russell 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 59 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 11 Mbps throughout the county.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Russell County, AL
Availability:
89.6%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
221 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 89.6% of Russell County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 221 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 Russell County, AL
Availability:
81.4%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
38 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 81.4% of Russell County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 38 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 5.9 Mbps throughout the county.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Russell County, AL
Availability:
81.4%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
38 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 81.4% of Russell County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 38 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 5.9 Mbps throughout the county.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Russell County?
Beam Cable in Russell County, AL
Availability:
94.7%
Customer Rating:
(2)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Beam offers Cable service to 94.7% of Russell County homes. Across the county, Beam Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Russell County?
EarthLink DSL in Russell County, AL
Availability:
65.8%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
41 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 65.8% of Russell County homes. Across the county, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 41 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 7.7 Mbps throughout the county. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Russell County from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Russell County, AL
Availability:
65.8%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
41 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 65.8% of Russell County homes. Across the county, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 41 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 7.7 Mbps throughout the county. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Russell County from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Alabama
Customer Reviews
An Alabama Customer
Beam Cable
May 19, 2025 An Alabama Customer
Beam Cable
April 12, 2025 This is the second time I have used my internet provider. The first time was at a house in the past and I had nothing short of amazing experiences. We actually tried to keep the internet when we moved to the new house but couldn't due to the area not supporting the service. When we bought our current house, we searched around for something affordable, that would reach where we live at (deep in the woods), and would have little to no connectivity issues. We came across CTV Beam and decided to reach out. We were glad we did. Our current plan is almost $75 cheaper than what it was the first time we had it, we hardly ever get any lags in speeds, customer service (so far) has been nothing short of amazing, and we get a lot of use out of it.
An Alabama Customer
AT&T DSL
June 17, 2023 ISPReports User
Dragonfly Internet
November 05, 2026 Borderline unusable internet, they'll charge you for "up to" 500mbps and you wont even crack 30 on their best days. Genuinely hope a class action lawsuit comes for these people and their scam.
Jon S
TEC Fiber
October 28, 2026 Fine when it works. Fails an average of once in every 2 weeks.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Russell 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 Russell County is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be AT&T and EarthLink. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, AT&T may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Russell County is Beam.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and Beam has the broadest coverage in Russell County, 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.