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Internet providers in Carrboro, NC
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Need help?Carrboro internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Carrboro 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 Carrboro area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Carrboro residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 59% of those living in Carrboro.
There are five internet providers serving the Carrboro area, and 97.82% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Carrboro's five internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Carrboro
The largest internet providers in Carrboro are AT&T and Spectrum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Carrboro.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Carrboro residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 59% of the area. Carrboro’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of Carrboro residents.
AT&T DSL internet
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DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Carrboro covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Carrboro 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 Carrboro, $46.25.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Carrboro, $0.63.
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 Carrboro. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Carrboro's providers, 353 Mbps.
AT&T fiber-optic internet
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Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to about half of households in Carrboro 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 Carrboro than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $40/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Carrboro, $46.25.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Carrboro, $0.63.
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 Carrboro. These download speeds are available to 59% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Carrboro's providers, 353 Mbps.
Spectrum cable internet
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Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Carrboro covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Carrboro 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 Carrboro, $46.25.
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 Carrboro, $0.63.
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 Carrboro. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Carrboro's providers, 353 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Carrboro, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Carrboro, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Carrboro and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Carrboro at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Carrboro at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Carrboro 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 Carrboro?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Carrboro with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 59% of households in Carrboro. The next fastest internet provider in Carrboro is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Carrboro?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Carrboro with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Carrboro, $46.25.
Is fiber internet available in Carrboro?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Carrboro, covering 59% of the city.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
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.
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.
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