Best Internet Providers in Smith County, MS
All 6 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Smith County, MS
Smith County 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 county. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 3 available internet technologies in Smith County.
Ranks compare Smith County with the 82 Mississippi counties.
The Best Internet in Smith County, MS at a Glance
Smith County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
TEC
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
AT&T
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
T-Mobile Home Internet
Connection
Customer Rating
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 Smith County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Smith County, MS?
C Spire is the best internet provider in Smith County based on Mississippi customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, C Spire had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Smith County, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. C Spire is an option for 87.28% of the county.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Smith 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 Smith County
- TEC - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- C Spire - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- TEC - dsl coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
How Smith County Compares to the Rest of Mississippi
Smith County's report card score is tied 61st of 82 and its connectivity index is tied 55th of 82.
| Measure | Smith County | Rank among Mississippi counties | Mississippi | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 87.9% | Tied 35th of 82 | 76.8% | 71.5% | Alcorn County and Union County (99.5%) |
| Average top speed | 987 Mbps | 67th of 82 | 3,896 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Lafayette County (8,292 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 4.8 | Tied 67th of 82 | 7.4 | 7.1 | Harrison County (9.4) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | |||||
| People per household | 2.7 | Tied 10th of 82 | 2.6 | 2.7 | Jefferson County and Leake County and 2 more (2.9) |
| Workers who work from home | 4% | Tied 57th of 82 | 7% | 15% | Coahoma County (12%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 91% | Tied 35th of 82 | 93% | 96% | DeSoto County and Lafayette County and 2 more (97%) |
| Homes with internet | 65% | 77th of 82 | 85% | 91% | Madison County (94%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 42% | Tied 61st of 82 | 62% | 76% | Madison County (80%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 53% | Tied 69th of 82 | 68% | 81% | Lafayette County (83%) |
| Median household income | $63,823 | 14th of 82 | $64,272 | $93,246 | Madison County ($97,947) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 10% | Tied 73rd of 82 | 16% | 16% | Oktibbeha County (37%) |
Fiber reaches 87.9% of homes in Smith County, against 76.8% across Mississippi. Households in Smith County 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 $63,823 (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 Smith County Compares to Its Neighbors
Smith County has 7 neighbors. Among them, Rankin County has the most homes with fiber (80.7%) and Simpson County the fewest (34.8%); Smith County has 87.9%.
Map of Smith County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
Hover over or tap a county for its numbers, and click through to its page.
Smith County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smith County (this page) | 14,209 | 87.9% | 987 Mbps | 4.8 | C | 24/100 |
| Rankin County | 157,031 | 80.7% | 5,781 Mbps | 9 | A- | 65/100 |
| Jones County | 67,246 | 72.1% | 1,684 Mbps | 6.4 | B- | 33/100 |
| Scott County | 27,990 | 35.3% | 767 Mbps | 5.1 | C- | 32/100 |
| Simpson County | 25,949 | 34.8% | 1,939 Mbps | 5.6 | C | 28/100 |
| Newton County | 21,291 | 55.9% | 1,599 Mbps | 4.6 | C | 26/100 |
| Covington County | 18,340 | 54.5% | 626 Mbps | 4.6 | C- | 19/100 |
| Jasper County | 16,367 | 62.6% | 784 Mbps | 4.4 | C- | 17/100 |
Internet in Smith County by City and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 82.9% of homes in Raleigh to 98.3% in Cohay; by ZIP code, from 69.9% in 39152 (Pulaski) to 98.5% in 39116 (Mize). Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in Smith County
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taylorsville | 3,964 | 95.5% | 963 Mbps | 4.6 | C+ | 22/100 |
| Mize | 2,442 | 98.2% | 1,009 Mbps | 5.5 | B- | 30/100 |
| Raleigh | 2,395 | 82.9% | 850 Mbps | 5.7 | C+ | 17/100 |
| Cohay | 1,098 | 98.3% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.7 | C+ | 29/100 |
| Polkville | 850 | 91.9% | 927 Mbps | 5.4 | C+ | 32/100 |
| Lemon | 816 | 64.7% | 683 Mbps | 4.3 | C- | 5/100 |
| Summerland | 659 | 94.1% | 944 Mbps | 4 | C | 26/100 |
| Mayton | 511 | 92.8% | 3,235 Mbps | 4.8 | B- | 35/100 |
| Sylvarena | 87 | 94.2% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.5 | C | 31/100 |
ZIP codes in Smith County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39168 (Taylorsville) | 5,968 | 95.2% | 961 Mbps | 4.6 | C+ | 23/100 |
| 39153 (Raleigh) | 3,295 | 84.8% | 869 Mbps | 5.4 | C | 19/100 |
| 39116 (Mize) | 2,541 | 98.5% | 1,328 Mbps | 5.4 | B | 30/100 |
| 39152 (Pulaski) | 1,224 | 69.9% | 725 Mbps | 4.2 | C- | 20/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Smith County?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by C Spire. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, TEC 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 Smith County
| AT&T | 5,000 |
|---|---|
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| TEC | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| C Spire | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
How fast is your internet?
Test your connection here and see it next to the speeds providers advertise in Smith County. It takes about 20 seconds and, on a fast line, can move a few hundred MB of data.
Customer Ratings for Smith County Internet Providers
Based on 51 reviews from Mississippi internet customers, C Spire is the best internet service provider for Smith County residents. C Spire was rated at an average of 4.23 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. AT&T wins for second-place in Mississippi, with 3.84 out of 5 stars and 52.2% coverage in Smith County.
At a national level, based on 2260 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, C Spire is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.26 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Smith County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Smith County, Mississippi, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Smith County Overall | Mississippi Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C Spire | (0) | (22) |  (27) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (19) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| TEC | (1) | (4) | (9) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) |  (6) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Smith County
Based on data reported by Smith County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through TEC. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Smith County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 905 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 C Spire. This indicates C Spire reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Smith County Speed | Mississippi Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C Spire | (0) | (22) | (27) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (19) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| TEC | (1) | (4) | (9) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (6) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Smith County?
Of the providers in Smith County, customers rate TEC the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Smith County where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Mississippi or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
TEC is rated 4.00 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. C Spire is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.73 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Smith County, Mississippi, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Smith County
| ISP / Tech Type | Smith County Affordability | Mississippi Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEC | (1) | (4) | (9) | View Plans | ||
| C Spire | (0) | (22) | (27) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (6) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (19) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Smith County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Smith County?
TEC Fiber in Smith County, MS
Availability:
87.9%
Customer Rating:
(8)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
TEC offers Fiber service to 87.9% of Smith County homes. Across the county, TEC Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
EarthLink Fiber in Smith County, MS
Availability:
2.4%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
4,804 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 2.4% of Smith County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,804 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 Smith County from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Smith County, MS
Availability:
2.4%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
4,804 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 2.4% of Smith County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,804 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 Smith County from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Smith County?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Smith County, MS
Availability:
88.8%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
60 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 88.8% of Smith 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.
C Spire Fixed Wireless in Smith County, MS
Availability:
87.3%
Customer Rating:
(2)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
C Spire offers Fixed Wireless service to 87.3% of Smith County homes. Across the county, C Spire Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Smith County, MS
Availability:
32.7%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
27 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 32.7% of Smith County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 27 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 3.5 Mbps throughout the county.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Smith County, MS
Availability:
32.7%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
27 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 32.7% of Smith County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 27 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 3.5 Mbps throughout the county.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Smith County, MS
Availability:
17.2%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
97 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 17.2% of Smith County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 97 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 9.7 Mbps throughout the county.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Smith County?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Smith County, MS.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Smith County?
TEC DSL in Smith County, MS
Availability:
46.8%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
30 Mbps
TEC offers DSL service to 46.8% of Smith County homes. Across the county, TEC DSL has speeds up to 30 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 5.0, with an average of 3.0 Mbps throughout the county.
EarthLink DSL in Smith County, MS
Availability:
41.6%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 41.6% of Smith County homes. Across the county, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 25 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 5.0, with an average of 1.0 Mbps throughout the county. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Smith County from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Smith County, MS
Availability:
41.6%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 41.6% of Smith County homes. Across the county, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 25 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 5.0, with an average of 1.0 Mbps throughout the county. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Smith County from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Mississippi
Customer Reviews
ISPReports User
TEC Fiber
October 23, 2026 It’s awesome Ms Regina and her team is great at what they do…great customer service && communication
ISPReports User
PearlComm
July 19, 2026 A Water Valley, MS Customer
TVI Fiber
June 14, 2026 Good speed, nice people, great price, but they don't offer a public IP address and stick you behind CGNAT. You have to use a vpn or tunnel out if you want to share your plex library, access your cameras, or anything that requries you to have an open network.
Emily L
AT&T Fiber
June 14, 2026 ATT is my services provider. I have one of the biggest fiber internet plans. We stream everything and don't have cable. We have 5 tvs and have never had issues with the internet unless there is a storm. When there is a storm the internet rarely goes out. We are very happy with it.
A Sardis, MS Customer
TVI Fiber
June 01, 2026 Rate your provider
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Smith 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 Smith County is C Spire.
- The fastest internet provider should be TEC. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, C Spire may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Smith County is TEC.
- Viasat, TEC, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Smith County, available to 97.3% 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.