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Apex, NC internet providers
*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 Feb 22, 2021.
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Broadband availability
37075
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.86%
2 providers - 99.29%
3 providers - 1.54%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Apex 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 Apex area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Apex residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 59% of those living in Apex.
There are four internet providers serving the Apex area, and 99.29% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Apex's four internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Apex
The largest internet providers in Apex are AT&T and Spectrum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Apex.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most Apex residents, covering 81% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 59% of the area. Apex’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of Apex residents.
AT&T 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Apex covering 81% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Apex 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 AT&T start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Apex, $46.25.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Apex, $0.72.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Apex. These download speeds are available to 81% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Apex's providers, 353 Mbps.
AT&T fiber-optic 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to about half of households in Apex covering 59% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Apex than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $40/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Apex, $46.25.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Apex, $0.72.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Apex. These download speeds are available to 59% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Apex's providers, 353 Mbps.
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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Apex covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Apex 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 Apex, $46.25.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Apex, $0.72.
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 Apex. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Apex's providers, 353 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Apex, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Apex, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Apex and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Apex at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Apex at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Apex residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Apex?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Apex with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 59% of households in Apex. The next fastest internet provider in Apex is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Apex?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Apex with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Apex, $46.25.
Is fiber internet available in Apex?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Apex, covering 59% of the city.
Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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