Internet providers in Laurel, Mississippi 39440
ZIP code 39440 is in Laurel, Jones County, Mississippi. Compare the major providers below, then check availability for your address.
Internet in Laurel 39440: local snapshot
About 71% of the 7,668 households in 39440 have a broadband subscription, 11 points below the Mississippi average of 82%. That ranks 39440#276 of 390 ZIP codes in Mississippi for broadband adoption. Roughly 26% of households have no internet at all, which can point to limited wired options or affordability challenges here.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2023). These figures describe the area, not the providers available at your address.
Compare internet providers in Laurel, Mississippi
Share of residential locations in Laurel where each provider reports service, from the FCC National Broadband Map (data as of December 31, 2025). Availability depends on your exact address.
| # | Provider | Technology (varies by address) | Locations covered | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Xfinity | Cable | 97% | |
| 2 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 85% | Check availability |
| 3 | Telapex | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 79% | |
| 4 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 76% | |
| 5 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 53% | Check availability |
| 6 | DE Fastlink | Fiber | 7% | |
| 7 | Telephone Electronics | Fiber, DSL | 2% |
Satellite internet
| 1 | HughesNet | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 2 | Viasat | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 3 | Starlink | Satellite | 99%+ |
Satellite service is available at nearly every address but typically has higher latency than wired options.
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What technologies are available in Laurel?
Fiber reaches about 26% of locations in Laurel, so it is available in parts of the area but not everywhere. Plans of 100 Mbps or faster are reported for about 99%+ of locations, while gigabit-class service reaches about 26%. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 97% of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in Laurel that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
What to know about internet in Laurel 39440
Xfinity reports service to the most residential locations in Laurel, about 97%. 5 providers report coverage of at least half of locations (Xfinity, AT&T, Telapex, T-Mobile Home Internet, and Verizon), so the market looks competitive. Fiber-focused providers reporting service here include DE Fastlink (7%). T-Mobile Home Internet offers fixed wireless home internet, an option if you prefer no cable or fiber installation.
Broadband adoption in 39440 (71%) is lower than the Laurel average of 73%. The median age of residents is 33.
Frequently asked questions
Is fiber internet available in Laurel?
Yes, in part. About 26% of residential locations in Laurel can get fiber, 97% can get cable, and about 26% can get gigabit-class speeds, per FCC data. Availability depends on your exact address.
Which internet provider has the widest coverage in Laurel?
Xfinity reports service to about 97% of residential locations in Laurel, the most of any provider, per FCC data. Availability still depends on your address.
How many internet providers serve Laurel?
6 providers report service to at least 2% of locations in Laurel, and 5 cover at least half. Satellite (HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink) is also available nearly everywhere.
Is there fiber internet in Laurel?
Fiber providers reporting service in Laurel include DE Fastlink (7% of locations). Other providers may also offer fiber in parts of the city, so check your address.
What is the difference between fiber, cable and DSL?
Fiber offers the fastest and most consistent speeds, cable is widely available with high download speeds, and DSL runs over phone lines and is usually slower. See our guide for details.
What internet speed do I need in Laurel 39440?
Most households are well served by 100–300 Mbps. Heavy streaming, gaming or many connected devices may benefit from 500 Mbps or more.
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