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Internet providers in 28001
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Windstream | $19.99 | 10 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Windstream | $75 | 10 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.868% |
| Windstream | $27 | 10 - 25 Mbps | Cable | 0.371% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?28001 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 28001 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of North Carolina - 99%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 28001 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 1.870% of those living in the 28001 ZIP code.
There are four internet providers serving the 28001 area, and 99.27% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 28001, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 28001
The largest internet providers serving the 28001 ZIP code are Spectrum, Windstream, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all in the 28001 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Windstream, which covers 100% of the area. Albemarle’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 28001 ZIP code.
Spectrum cable internet
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in the 28001 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 28001 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Albemarle, $43.74.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Albemarle, $1.37.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 28001 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Albemarle's providers, 141 Mbps.
Windstream DSL internet
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Windstream offers broadband to all households in the 28001 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from Windstream uses telephone lines to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for Windstream start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Albemarle, $43.74.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Albemarle, $1.37.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Windstream offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 8 Mbps in 28001 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Albemarle's providers, 141 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 28001 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 28001 ZIP where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Albemarle, $43.74.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Albemarle, $1.37.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 28001 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Albemarle's providers, 141 Mbps.
Internet providers in 28001 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 28001?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in the 28001 ZIP code with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 28001. The next fastest internet provider in the 28001 ZIP code is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 28001?
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in the 28001 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Albemarle, $43.74.
Is fiber internet available in 28001?
Windstream is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 28001 ZIP code, covering 1.868% of the city.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
How do I change internet providers?
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
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