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Overview of internet satisfaction and availability in Mississippi
Customers in Mississippi are delighted with their internet options, ranking 5th overall in customer satisfaction. One reason may be because Mississippians have access to a wide variety of internet providers and plans. Most cities in the state have access to three or more providers, this can help customers comparison shop and get the best deal around. You can find top providers like AT&T, Xfinity, and Spectrum throughout the state, as well as smaller regional providers like C Spire fiber and First Step Internet.
Internet providers received an average satisfaction rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars from customers in Mississippi.
That ranks Mississippi 5th nationwide for internet customer satisfaction.
Learn more about our methodologyInternet customer satisfaction in Mississippi
3.9/5 average customer satisfaction rating
5th
national ranking for customer satisfaction
$70.93 average price per payment for internet, per household
93.7% of the time, advertised speeds meet household needs
3.8/5 average customer service rating of internet services
3.9/5 average reliability rating of services state-wide
Population:
2,961,536 people
2.51 average people per household
$42,715 average income per household
40 average age per household
49% of population employed
7% lower than national average
Ranked 48th nationally
8% higher than national average
Ranked 21st nationally
14% higher than national average
Ranked 21st nationally
13% lower than national average
Ranked 49th nationally
Fastest internet providers in Mississippi
| Provider | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Availability | Order online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Step Internet | 205.06 Mbps | 133.57 Mbps | 69.55% | View Plans for First Step Internet |
| Xtream Powered by Mediacom | 204.3 Mbps | 22.82 Mbps | 88.27% | View Plans for Xtream Powered by Mediacom |
| Spectrum | 161.05 Mbps | 16.55 Mbps | 93.9% | View Plans for Spectrum |
| XFINITY | 158.74 Mbps | 20.28 Mbps | 95.78% | View Plans for Xfinity |
| C Spire | 157.69 Mbps | 124.64 Mbps | 81.13% | View Plans for C Spire |
Internet by tech type
| Internet tech type | Avg download speed | % of people with access | % availability | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Home | 245 Mbps | 92.97% | 79.4% | See all providers for 5G Home |
| Cable | 984.58 Mbps | 64.76% | 85.84% | See all providers for Cable |
| DSL | 134.83 Mbps | 77.52% | 50.38% | See all providers for DSL |
| Fiber | 3069.58 Mbps | 82.73% | 66.57% | See all providers for Fiber |
| Fixed Wireless | 7.22 Mbps | 22.22% | 65.2% | See all providers for Fixed Wireless |
| LTE Home | 150 Mbps | 0.35% | 98% | See all providers for LTE Home |
| Satellite | 100 Mbps | 99.29% | 100% | See all providers for Satellite |
Best cities for internet in Mississippi
Cities in Mississippi with the fastest internet
| City | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Fiber availability | Fastest provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Springs | 186.74 Mbps | 145.66 Mbps | 90% | AT&T |
| Pass Christian | 180.06 Mbps | 154.37 Mbps | 83% | Viasat |
| Brandon | 172.58 Mbps | 108.46 Mbps | 84% | AT&T |
| Madison | 169.45 Mbps | 117.06 Mbps | 80% | C Spire |
| Ridgeland | 165.23 Mbps | 49.87 Mbps | 76% | XFINITY |
| Hernando | 161.63 Mbps | 106.41 Mbps | 83% | XFINITY |
| Ellisville | 156.3 Mbps | 174.05 Mbps | 55% | C Spire |
| Southaven | 154.77 Mbps | 36.84 Mbps | 76% | C Spire |
Ocean Springs is the best city in Mississippi for internet, shooting to the top of the list thanks to a combination of record-setting average download speeds, wide fiber-optic internet availability, and the presence of a reliable and well-rated internet provider. Pass Christian and Brandon also earn top rankings, according to our data.
The most connected cities in Mississippi
| City | Population | Percent with access to high speed internet | Percent with access to fiber internet | Percent with access to 3+ providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson | 173,334 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Biloxi | 65,356 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Clinton | 25,761 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Gulfport | 95,592 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Southaven | 52,097 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Meridian | 64,453 | 95% | 95% | 95% |
| Tupelo | 46,511 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Columbus | 49,256 | 99% | 99% | 99% |
Jackson is the most internet-connected city in Mississippi. Jackson makes it to the top of the list due to the high number of its residents who have access not only to high-speed internet, but also to fiber internet specifically. A large number of Jackson's residents also have access to three or more internet providers—an uncommon number of options compared to the rest of the state. Biloxi and Clinton also make it to the top of our list.
Top cities in Mississippi
Jackson
Population: 173,334
Median income: $48,414
114.6 Mbps
avg. download speed
56.68 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Gulfport
Population: 95,592
Median income: $57,866
108.67 Mbps
avg. download speed
72.99 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Hattiesburg
Population: 84,640
Median income: $48,410
103.8 Mbps
avg. download speed
43.68 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Methodology
HighSpeedInternet.com relies on proprietary and exclusive data to analyze the customer and provider trends presented on this page. We analyze millions of results from our speed test tool to determine average statewide speeds, fastest speeds, and availability. Our annual customer satisfaction survey provides us with data for developing the satisfaction rating. We also draw from data provided to us directly by internet providers to determine available tech types and average speeds.
Mississippi FAQs
What is the cheapest internet in Mississippi?
Xfinity and Xtream Powered by Mediacom have some of the cheapest internet plans in Mississippi. Xfinity’s cheapest plan is $20.00 a month, and Xtream Powered by Mediacom’s is only $5 more.
What is the fastest internet provider in Mississippi?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Mississippi, with speeds up to 5,000Mbps.
