8 Best Internet Providers in Rutherford County, TN
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Rutherford County ISP Report Card | A- |
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Download Speed for Most Households | 5,676 Mbps |
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Number of Internet Service Providers | 8 |
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Real Rutherford County Customer Ratings | 10 |
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from September 03, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of December 31, 2025.
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from September 03, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of December 31, 2025.
Rutherford County has 8 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 Rutherford County.
Rutherford County overview
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Rutherford County has 8 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 Rutherford County.
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Above are the top 4 providers in Rutherford County, TN for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your county.
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 Rutherford County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Rutherford County, TN?
United Communications is the highest-rated internet provider in Rutherford County based on 145 Tennessee customer reviews, and Google Fiber 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.
The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Rutherford County, Tennessee, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in Rutherford County
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Rutherford County Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | Rutherford County Overall | Tennessee Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
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| United Communications |  (1) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| TDS | (1) | (2) | (37) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (3) | (34) | (1007) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (4) | (83) | (2318) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (24) | View Plans | ||
| Google Fiber | (0) | (6) | (100) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (322) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (783) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) |  (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) |  (12) | View Plans |
Based on 145 reviews from Tennessee internet customers, United Communications is the best internet service provider for Rutherford County residents. United Communications was rated at an average of 4.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. AT&T wins for second-place in Tennessee, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 91.0% coverage in Rutherford County.
At a national level, based on 4587 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Google Fiber is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.25 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Rutherford County?
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Coverage map for each provider in Rutherford County
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- United Communications - fiber coverage map
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- Google Fiber - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- TDS - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
- United Communications - fixed wireless coverage map
- XFINITY - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- TDS - dsl coverage map
- United Communications - dsl coverage map
Speeds and coverage vary within the county, 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 Rutherford County?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the county, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by XFINITY from Comcast. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Google Fiber 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 Rutherford County
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
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| TDS | 8,000 Mbps | ||
| Google Fiber | 8,000 Mbps | ||
| United Communications | 8,000 Mbps | ||
| AT&T | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| EarthLink | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| Verizon | 300 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Rutherford County
| ISP / Tech Type | Rutherford County Speed | Tennessee Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
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| United Communications | (1) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (4) | (83) | (2318) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (3) | (34) | (1007) | View Plans | ||
| TDS | (1) | (2) | (37) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (24) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (322) | View Plans | ||
| Google Fiber | (0) | (6) | (100) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (783) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by Rutherford County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through Google Fiber. The company offers speeds up to 8,000 Mbps in Rutherford County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 8,000 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers in the county rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with XFINITY from Comcast. This indicates XFINITY reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Rutherford County?
Tennessee customers rate TDS 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.
TDS received a local rating of 4.00 out of 5, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. United Communications is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Rutherford County customers with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in Rutherford County, Tennessee, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Rutherford County
| ISP / Tech Type | Rutherford County Affordability | Tennessee Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| TDS | (1) | (2) | (37) | View Plans | ||
| United Communications | (1) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (4) | (83) | (2318) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (3) | (34) | (1007) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (24) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (322) | View Plans | ||
| Google Fiber | (0) | (6) | (100) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (783) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans |
Rutherford County 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 county 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 Rutherford County below, including the metrics used and how Rutherford County compares to the rest of Tennessee and nation.
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Rutherford County | Tennessee | USA | ||
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Rutherford County that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 91.22% | 84.41% | 71.53% | ||
| 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. | 5,676 Mbps | 8,978 Mbps | 3,583 Mbps | ||
| Provider CountThe number of providers available for most people. This is a weighted average by block rather than a total for Rutherford County. | 8.5 | 7.3 | 7.1 |
| Average Household SizeA larger household size in a county indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion. | 2.8 | 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. | 15% | 13% | 15% | ||
| Households with DevicesA higher percentage of households with computing devices in the home indicates a higher level of infrastructure needed to support those households. | 97% | 95% | 96% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 94% | 90% | 91% | ||
| Households with BroadbandA higher percentage of households with a broadband connection (defined as speeds above 25 Mbps) indicates heavier usage needs within these households. | 82% | 74% | 76% | ||
| 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. | 83% | 75% | 77% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Rutherford County ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in Rutherford County is A-, which is much better than other counties. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Rutherford County is high with a score of 81 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Rutherford County have done a great job meeting the needs of its residents.
The Rutherford County ISP Report Card evaluates the county on availability and speed metrics compared to other counties in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a county 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.
94% of Rutherford County households have an internet connection despite having 98.77% availability. 82% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 7% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 2% 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 82% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 83% subscribe to it. A very large amount of Rutherford County 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 Counties Compare to Rutherford County?
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 92 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 47 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 41 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 33 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 56 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 52 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 44 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 48 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 58 / 100
How Much Speed does a Rutherford County Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Rutherford County is 2.8, which is larger than the Tennessee average of 2.5 and larger than the national average of 2.7. Rutherford County’s average household income is $92,361 which is much higher than the Tennessee average of $79,063 and higher than the national average of $93,246. Homes with more people living in them and with higher incomes tend to indicate more devices being used more often.
Rutherford County also has 18% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is higher than the Tennessee average of 15%. Additionally, 15% of residents work from home, which is higher than the 13% of residents in Tennessee who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Rutherford County has a very high need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, Rutherford County households are more technology-engaged. 97% of households have some sort of computing device, 87% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 96% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Rutherford County?
EarthLink Fiber in Rutherford County, TN
Availability:
76.5%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
4,356 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 76.5% of Rutherford County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,356 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 Rutherford County from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Rutherford County, TN
Availability:
76.5%
Customer Rating:
(516)
Avg. Download Speed
4,356 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 76.5% of Rutherford County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,356 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 Rutherford County from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
United Communications Fiber in Rutherford County, TN
Availability:
35.1%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
8,000 Mbps
United Communications offers Fiber service to 35.1% of Rutherford County homes. Across the county, United Communications Fiber has speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Google Fiber in Rutherford County, TN
Availability:
16.7%
Customer Rating:
(100)
Avg. Download Speed
8,000 Mbps
Google Fiber offers Fiber service to 16.7% of Rutherford County homes. Across the county, Google Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
TDS Fiber in Rutherford County, TN
Availability:
10.6%
Customer Rating:
(15)
Avg. Download Speed
1,039 Mbps
TDS offers Fiber service to 10.6% of Rutherford County homes. Across the county, TDS Fiber has speeds up to 1,039 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 Rutherford County from TDS in terms of customer satisfaction.
XFINITY Fiber in Rutherford County, TN
Availability:
1.5%
Customer Rating:
(290)
Avg. Download Speed
1,981 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Fiber service to 1.5% of Rutherford County homes. Across the county, XFINITY Fiber has speeds up to 1,981 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 2,000, with an average of 895 Mbps throughout the county. XFINITY Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Rutherford County from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Rutherford County?
XFINITY Cable in Rutherford County, TN
Availability:
96.5%
Customer Rating:
(2026)
Avg. Download Speed
1,963 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 96.5% of Rutherford County homes. Across the county, XFINITY Cable has speeds up to 1,963 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 2,000, with an average of 244 Mbps throughout the county. XFINITY Cable is rated the same as other types of internet service available in Rutherford County from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Rutherford County?
EarthLink DSL in Rutherford County, TN
Availability:
73.1%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
51 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 73.1% of Rutherford County homes. Across the county, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 51 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 10 Mbps throughout the county. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Rutherford County from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Rutherford County, TN
Availability:
73.1%
Customer Rating:
(295)
Avg. Download Speed
51 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 73.1% of Rutherford County homes. Across the county, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 51 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 10 Mbps throughout the county. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Rutherford County from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
TDS DSL in Rutherford County, TN
Availability:
1.1%
Customer Rating:
(7)
Avg. Download Speed
39 Mbps
TDS offers DSL service to 1.1% of Rutherford County homes. Across the county, TDS DSL has speeds up to 39 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 7.6 Mbps throughout the county. TDS DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Rutherford County from TDS in terms of customer satisfaction.
United Communications DSL in Rutherford County, TN
Availability:
1.1%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
United Communications offers DSL service to 1.1% of Rutherford County homes. Across the county, United Communications DSL has speeds up to 25 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Rutherford County?
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Rutherford County, TN
Availability:
94.1%
Customer Rating:
(350)
Avg. Download Speed
249 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.1% of Rutherford County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 249 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 17 Mbps throughout the county.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Rutherford County, TN
Availability:
94.1%
Customer Rating:
(322)
Avg. Download Speed
60 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.1% of Rutherford 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 60 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.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Rutherford County, TN
Availability:
68.0%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
34 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 68.0% of Rutherford County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 34 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 5.1 Mbps throughout the county.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Rutherford County, TN
Availability:
68.0%
Customer Rating:
(196)
Avg. Download Speed
34 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 68.0% of Rutherford County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 34 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 5.1 Mbps throughout the county.
United Communications Fixed Wireless in Rutherford County, TN
Availability:
53.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
60 Mbps
United Communications offers Fixed Wireless service to 53.6% of Rutherford County homes. Across the county, United Communications Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 60 Mbps
Which ISP Should You Choose in Rutherford 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 Rutherford County is United Communications.
- The fastest internet provider should be Google Fiber. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, XFINITY from Comcast may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Rutherford County is TDS.
- HughesNet, Viasat, and XFINITY from Comcast has the broadest coverage in Rutherford County, 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 Rutherford County compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how Rutherford County 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 Rutherford County’s A- ISP Report Card and 81 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 84 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 86 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A
- Digital Connectivity Index: 73 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 69 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 77 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 75 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 58 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 77 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 55 / 100
Customer Reviews
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Rutherford County
Customer Reviews
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AT&T Fiber
December 30, 2025 My internet service from ATT has been acceptable so far. I've had it for just over two years at this point I think and there've been no major outages. I do have a few complaints about the service, there are occasional minor outages lasting a few minutes at most, I do have to reset their provided router at least once a week which can be annoying. The fact that there are two apps to control the account and router services are very *very* annoying and the control page from the router(ie typing in the IP in browser) itself is somewhat unintuitive.
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A La Vergne, TN Customer
XFINITY Cable
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A Murfreesboro, TN Customer
AT&T Fiber
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A La Vergne, TN Customer
XFINITY Cable
May 21, 2025 They provided me with options when signing up. They asked me what type of internet service I was looking for and how many people used the internet in my home. Based on the information provided, they offered me different options. They did not try to sell me something I did not need,
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Megan J.
United Communications Fiber
April 07, 2025 We use a local provider, switched from Comcast. The customer service alone made it worth the switch. They are quick to respond, extremely helpful, and were so kind to gift us an extender when the one I purchased from Amazon didn't work. Would absolutely recommend them.
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