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Best Internet Providers in Petal, MS

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Top 10 Internet Service Providers in Petal, MS

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1. AT&T

25.9% Available
Download speeds up to:
5 Gbps IPBB, Fiber
Prices Starting At 55.00/mo *
25.9% Available

2. Xfinity

66.8% Available
Download speeds up to:
1.2 Gbps Cable
Prices Starting At 30.00/mo
66.8% Available

3. Viasat

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
150 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 119.99/mo
100% Available

4. T-Mobile Home Internet

33.5% Available
Download speeds from:
72 - 245 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
*With AutoPay, taxes and fees included.
33.5% Available

5. EarthLink

25.1% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 39.95/mo
25.1% Available

6. HughesNet

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 49.99/mo
100% Available

7. XNET WiFi

33.5% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 150 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 85.00/mo
33.5% Available

8. Starlink

100% Available
Download speeds from:
50 - 220 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 120.00/mo
100% Available

9. Verizon

11.3% Available
Download speeds up to:
50 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo
11.3% Available

10. DE Fastlink

71.1% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps Fiber
Prices Starting At 64.95/mo
71.1% Available

Best Internet Providers in Petal

When shopping for internet in Petal, MS, residents have some great options to choose from, particularly if you're looking for the reliability and speed of fiber internet. AT&T Fiber offers blazing fast speeds up to 5 Gbps, with coverage reaching 21% of Petal. If you're lucky enough to be in their service area, this is an excellent choice for heavy internet users, gamers, or households with multiple streaming devices. Another solid fiber option is DE Fastlink, covering 71.1% of the area, offering speeds up to 1 Gbps, which is more than enough for most users.

For those in neighborhoods like the ones south of Forrest County Agricultural High School, where fiber might not be available, cable internet provided by Xfinity is a strong contender. Xfinity covers 66.8% of Petal and delivers speeds up to 1.2 Gbps at a more affordable starting price, making it a practical choice for families and internet enthusiasts alike.

If you're considering wireless options, EarthLink 5G Home Internet is worth checking out, with 25.1% coverage across Petal and speeds reaching 100 Mbps. This option can be especially appealing for those seeking flexibility without the constraints of a wired setup.

Lastly, for those in areas where other options may not reach, AT&T Internet provides DSL service with 25.9% coverage, although with more modest speeds of up to 25 Mbps. While it might not have the speed of fiber or cable, it offers a reliable connection for basic browsing and streaming needs.

Internet Provider Store Locations in Petal

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Average download speed in Petal:

23 Mbps

Based on 37 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Petal

  1. AT&T - Fast download speeds in Petal, most Fiber availability and most DSL availability
  2. Xfinity - Most Cable availability
  3. Viasat - Most internet coverage in Petal
  4. T-Mobile Home Internet - 5g internet up to 245 Mbps
  5. EarthLink - 5g internet up to 100 Mbps
  6. HughesNet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL
  7. XNET WiFi - Fixed wireless up to 150 Mbps
  8. Starlink - Widely available
  9. Verizon - 5g internet up to 50 Mbps
  10. DE Fastlink - Fiber up to 1000 Mbps

Fastest Internet Providers in Petal

How Much Speed Do I Need?

25+ Mbps

  • Web Surfing & Email
  • HD Streaming
  • Supports 1-2 Devices
  • Ideal for 1-2 people

100+ Mbps

  • Ultra HD (4K) Streaming
  • Low Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports 3-5 Devices
  • Ideal for 2-6 people

1 Gig

  • Multi 4K HD Streaming
  • No Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports more than 5 Devices
  • Ideal for 6+ people

An Overview of Internet Providers in Petal By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
AT&T Fiber 5 Gbps 21%
AT&T IPBB 100 Mbps 26%
Xfinity Cable 1.2 Gbps 67%
Franklin Telephone DSL 100 Mbps 1%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 245 Mbps 34%
Verizon 5G Internet 300 Mbps 11%
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps 25%
DE Fastlink Fiber 1 Gbps 71%
XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 150 Mbps 34%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
DE Fastlink Fiber 1 Gbps 71%
Xfinity Cable 1.2 Gbps 67%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 100 Mbps 34%
AT&T Fiber 5 Gbps 21%
AT&T IPBB 25 Mbps 26%
Franklin Telephone DSL 25 Mbps 1%

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Internet Availability by Connection Type in Petal

Internet service providers in Petal use different methods for connecting their customers to the web. Connection types matter, so choose wisely. Fiber is generally the fastest and most reliable option, followed by cable, DSL and 5G home internet.

Fiber - 67%
Cable - 8%
DSL - 8%

What is Mbps?

Mbps is the abbreviation for megabits per second, and it also appears written as Mbits/sec. Internet providers use megabits per second to measure speeds. Broadband speeds are 25 Mbps or faster. Learn more about Mbps.

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