14 Best Internet Providers in Searcy, AR
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Searcy ISP Report Card | B+ |
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Download Speed for Most Households | 3,248 Mbps |
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Number of Internet Service Providers | 14 |
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Real Searcy Customer Ratings | 1 |
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
Searcy has 14 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 city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Searcy.
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Searcy has 14 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 city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Searcy.
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Above are the top 4 providers in Searcy, AR for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your city.
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 Searcy ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Searcy, AR?
HughesNet is the best internet provider in Searcy based on Arkansas customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, HughesNet had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Searcy, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. HughesNet is an option for 88.87% of the city.
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The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Searcy, Arkansas, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in Searcy
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Searcy Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | Searcy Overall | Arkansas Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connect 2 First |  (1) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) |  (18) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (3) | (64) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (5) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (18) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Ritter Communications | (0) |  (6) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (0) |  (2) | (87) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (11) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| KL Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| HillBilly Wireless Internet | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Indco | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Horton's TV and Electronics | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| G5 Internet | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| White County Cable TV | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 46 reviews from Arkansas internet customers, HughesNet is the best internet service provider for Searcy residents. HughesNet was rated at an average of 5.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Brightspeed wins for second-place in Arkansas, with 4.67 out of 5 stars and 5.2% coverage in Searcy.
At a national level, based on 2135 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Ritter Communications is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 2.86 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Searcy?
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Speeds and coverage vary within the city, 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 Searcy?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the city, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by HughesNet. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Ritter Communications 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 Searcy
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
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| Ritter Communications | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| AT&T | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| EarthLink | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| Brightspeed | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| Connect 2 First | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| White County Cable TV | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Verizon | 300 Mbps | ||
| Windstream | 200 Mbps | ||
| G5 Internet | 200 Mbps | ||
| Horton's TV and Electronics | 100 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| Indco | 50 Mbps | ||
| HillBilly Wireless Internet | 45 Mbps | ||
| KL Broadband | 25 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Searcy
| ISP / Tech Type | Searcy Speed | Arkansas Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
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| Connect 2 First | (1) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (3) | (64) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (5) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (18) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Ritter Communications | (0) | (6) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (0) | (2) | (87) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| KL Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| HillBilly Wireless Internet | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Indco | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Horton's TV and Electronics | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| G5 Internet | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| White County Cable TV | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by Searcy ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Ritter Communications. The company offers speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in Searcy. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 5,000 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers in the city rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with HughesNet. This indicates HughesNet reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Searcy?
Arkansas customers rate HughesNet 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.
HughesNet received a local rating of 5.00 out of 5, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. Brightspeed is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Searcy customers with an average price rating of 4.67 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in Searcy, Arkansas, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Searcy
| ISP / Tech Type | Searcy Affordability | Arkansas Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| Connect 2 First | (1) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (3) | (64) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (5) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (18) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Ritter Communications | (0) | (6) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (0) | (2) | (87) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| KL Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| HillBilly Wireless Internet | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Indco | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Horton's TV and Electronics | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| G5 Internet | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| White County Cable TV | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Searcy 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 city 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 Searcy below, including the metrics used and how Searcy compares to the rest of Arkansas and nation.
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Searcy that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 65.93% | 72.95% | 67.25% | ||
| 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. | 3,248 Mbps | 2,552 Mbps | 3,293 Mbps | ||
| Provider CountThe number of providers available for most people. This is a weighted average by block rather than a total for Searcy. | 8.7 | 6.4 | 6.8 |
| Average Household SizeA larger household size in a city indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion. | 2.6 | 2.6 | 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. | 5% | 8% | 14% | ||
| Households with DevicesA higher percentage of households with computing devices in the home indicates a higher level of infrastructure needed to support those households. | 95% | 93% | 95% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 86% | 85% | 90% | ||
| Households with BroadbandA higher percentage of households with a broadband connection (defined as speeds above 25 Mbps) indicates heavier usage needs within these households. | 61% | 64% | 75% | ||
| 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. | 63% | 65% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Searcy ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in Searcy is B+, which is comparable to other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Searcy is high with a score of 44 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Searcy have done a average job meeting the needs of its residents.
The Searcy ISP Report Card evaluates the city on availability and speed metrics compared to other cities in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a city 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.
86% of Searcy households have an internet connection despite having 96.67% availability. 61% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 8% 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 61% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 63% subscribe to it. A moderate amount of Searcy 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 Cities Compare to Searcy?
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 39 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 75 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D
- Digital Connectivity Index: 34 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 22 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 27 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 20 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 37 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 44 / 100
- ISP Report Card: F
- Digital Connectivity Index: 36 / 100
How Much Speed does a Searcy Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Searcy is 2.6, which is larger than the Arkansas average of 2.6 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. Searcy's average household income is $65,025 which is higher than the Arkansas average of $66,162 and lower than the national average of $90,606. Homes with more people living in them and with lower incomes tend to indicate a fairly average device usage pattern.
Searcy also has 20% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is higher than the Arkansas average of 15%. Additionally, 5% of residents work from home, which is lower than the 8% of residents in Arkansas who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Searcy has an average need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, Searcy households are more technology-engaged. 95% of households have some sort of computing device, 71% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 93% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Searcy?
EarthLink Fiber in Searcy, AR
Availability:
59.0%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
4,732 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 59.0% of Searcy homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,732 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 Searcy from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Searcy, AR
Availability:
59.0%
Customer Rating:
(544)
Avg. Download Speed
4,732 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 59.0% of Searcy homes. Across the city, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,732 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 higher than other types of internet service available in Searcy from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Connect 2 First Fiber in Searcy, AR
Availability:
15.2%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Connect 2 First offers Fiber service to 15.2% of Searcy homes. Across the city, Connect 2 First Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Ritter Communications Fiber in Searcy, AR
Availability:
5.5%
Customer Rating:
(3)
Avg. Download Speed
5,000 Mbps
Ritter Communications offers Fiber service to 5.5% of Searcy homes. Across the city, Ritter Communications Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Searcy?
White County Cable TV Cable in Searcy, AR
Availability:
88.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
White County Cable TV offers Cable service to 88.9% of Searcy homes. Across the city, White County Cable TV Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Indco Cable in Searcy, AR
Availability:
8.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
50 Mbps
Indco offers Cable service to 8.7% of Searcy homes. Across the city, Indco Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 50 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Searcy?
EarthLink DSL in Searcy, AR
Availability:
75.5%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
43 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 75.5% of Searcy homes. Across the city, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 43 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 8.7 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink DSL is rated the same as other types of internet service available in Searcy from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Searcy, AR
Availability:
75.5%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
43 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 75.5% of Searcy homes. Across the city, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 43 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 8.7 Mbps throughout the city. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Searcy from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Brightspeed DSL in Searcy, AR
Availability:
5.2%
Customer Rating:
(33)
Avg. Download Speed
13 Mbps
Brightspeed offers DSL service to 5.2% of Searcy homes. Across the city, Brightspeed DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 13 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 40 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 3.0, with an average of 1.2 Mbps throughout the city.
Windstream DSL in Searcy, AR
Availability:
2.8%
Customer Rating:
(50)
Avg. Download Speed
82 Mbps
Windstream offers DSL service to 2.8% of Searcy homes. Across the city, Windstream DSL has speeds up to 82 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 200 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 52, with an average of 23 Mbps throughout the city. Windstream DSL is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Searcy from Windstream in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Searcy?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Searcy, AR
Availability:
86.1%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
38 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 86.1% of Searcy homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 38 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 6.0 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Searcy, AR
Availability:
79.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
300 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 79.9% of Searcy homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 300 Mbps
HillBilly Wireless Internet Fixed Wireless in Searcy, AR
Availability:
78.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
45 Mbps
HillBilly Wireless Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 78.6% of Searcy homes. Across the city, HillBilly Wireless Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 45 Mbps
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Searcy, AR
Availability:
72.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
39 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 72.0% of Searcy homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 39 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 6.3 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Searcy, AR
Availability:
72.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
39 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 72.0% of Searcy homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 39 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 6.3 Mbps throughout the city.
KL Broadband Fixed Wireless in Searcy, AR
Availability:
19.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
KL Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 19.2% of Searcy homes. Across the city, KL Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
G5 Internet Fixed Wireless in Searcy, AR
Availability:
17.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
200 Mbps
G5 Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 17.0% of Searcy homes. Across the city, G5 Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 200 Mbps
Horton's TV and Electronics Fixed Wireless in Searcy, AR
Availability:
10.4%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Horton's TV and Electronics offers Fixed Wireless service to 10.4% of Searcy homes. Across the city, Horton's TV and Electronics Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Windstream Fixed Wireless in Searcy, AR
Availability:
7.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
75 Mbps
Windstream offers Fixed Wireless service to 7.3% of Searcy homes. Across the city, Windstream Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 75 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 4.0 and as high as 10, with an average of 7.8 Mbps throughout the city.
Which ISP Should You Choose in Searcy?
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 Searcy is HughesNet.
- The fastest internet provider should be Ritter Communications. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, HughesNet may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Searcy is HughesNet.
- White County Cable TV, Viasat, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Searcy, 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 Searcy compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how Searcy 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 Searcy's B+ ISP Report Card and 44 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: C
- Digital Connectivity Index: 83 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 66 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 78 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 59 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 46 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 65 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 86 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 43 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 74 / 100