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Overview of internet satisfaction and availability in Mississippi
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
$42,841 average income per household
40 average age per household
49% of population employed
6% lower than national average
Ranked 48th nationally
9% higher than national average
Ranked 12th nationally
22% higher than national average
Ranked 9th nationally
13% lower than national average
Ranked 49th nationally
Fastest internet providers in Mississippi
| Provider | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Availability | Order online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xtream Powered by Mediacom | 212.09 Mbps | 46.11 Mbps | 88.27% | View Plans for Xtream Powered by Mediacom |
| First Step Internet | 210.73 Mbps | 152.79 Mbps | 69.55% | View Plans for First Step Internet |
| Spectrum | 159.23 Mbps | 15.94 Mbps | 92.27% | View Plans for Spectrum |
| C Spire | 151.21 Mbps | 123.47 Mbps | 81.13% | View Plans for C Spire |
| XFINITY | 150.55 Mbps | 19.51 Mbps | 95.8% | View Plans for Xfinity |
Internet by tech type
| Internet tech type | Avg download speed | % of people with access | % availability | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Home | 245 Mbps | 90.78% | 99% | See all providers |
| Cable | 976.18 Mbps | 64.08% | 85.9% | See all providers |
| DSL | 84.8 Mbps | 84.57% | 52.66% | See all providers |
| Fiber | 3062.35 Mbps | 81.55% | 66.69% | See all providers |
| Fixed Wireless | 11.7 Mbps | 23.23% | 65.4% | See all providers |
| LTE Home | 99 Mbps | 4.5% | 99% | See all providers |
| Satellite | 98.25 Mbps | 100% | 100% | See all providers |
Best cities for internet in Mississippi
Cities in Mississippi with the fastest internet
| City | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Fiber availability | Fastest provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison | 167.42 Mbps | 116.76 Mbps | 80% | C Spire |
| Brandon | 166.62 Mbps | 101.45 Mbps | 83% | AT&T |
| Ocean Springs | 164.64 Mbps | 120.43 Mbps | 88% | AT&T |
| Ridgeland | 156.81 Mbps | 51.68 Mbps | 75% | C Spire |
| Hernando | 153.64 Mbps | 103.71 Mbps | 80% | XFINITY |
| Saltillo | 153.51 Mbps | 139.29 Mbps | 79% | C Spire |
| Picayune | 149.52 Mbps | 67.82 Mbps | 47% | Spectrum |
| Pass Christian | 147.12 Mbps | 99 Mbps | 86% | ViaSat |
Madison 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. Brandon and Ocean Springs 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% |
| Southaven | 52,097 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Gulfport | 95,592 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Meridian | 64,453 | 99% | 97% | 99% |
| Tupelo | 46,511 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Columbus | 49,256 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
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
109.08 Mbps
avg. download speed
51.64 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
110.93 Mbps
avg. download speed
72.72 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
109.38 Mbps
avg. download speed
47.86 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.