Internet providers in 28202

28202 internet providers

Provider
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 Mbps DSL 100%
Spectrum $50.00 500 - 1000 Mbps ** Cable 100%
Google Fiber $70.00 1,000 - 2,000 Mbps Fiber-optic 9.680%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 Mbps Satellite 100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 Mbps Satellite 100%
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28202 internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in the 28202 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 28202 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 44% of those living in the 28202 ZIP code.

There are five internet providers serving the 28202 area, and 100% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 28202, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.

Top high-speed internet providers in 28202

The largest internet providers serving the 28202 ZIP code are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.

DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 28202 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Charlotte’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 28202 ZIP code.

AT&T DSL internet

Provider
AT&T
Starting price*
$55/mo.
Max download speed

5,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

100%

DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in the 28202 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.

DSL internet from AT&T 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 AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Charlotte, $61.99.

AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Charlotte, $0.23.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 28202 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Charlotte's providers, 282 Mbps.

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Spectrum cable internet

Provider
Spectrum
Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps**

(wireless speeds may vary)

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Spectrum offers a cable and fiber hybrid internet connection with competitive pricing for speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** with no data caps or contracts. Spectrum also offers internet and cable TV bundles.

A modem is included with all Spectrum Internet® plans. Spectrum charges $10/mo. for Advanced WiFi for its lower-tier plan, but it’s included with Spectrum Internet® Gig.

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HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Spectrum offers a cable and fiber hybrid internet connection with competitive pricing for speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** with no data caps or contracts. Spectrum also offers internet and cable TV bundles.

A modem is included with all Spectrum Internet® plans. Spectrum charges $10/mo. for Advanced WiFi for its lower-tier plan, but it’s included with Spectrum Internet® Gig.

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Internet providers in 28202 frequently asked questions

AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 28202 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 28202. The next fastest internet provider in the 28202 ZIP code is Google Fiber, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 9.680% of the area.

Spectrum offers the cheapest internet with service starting at $50.00/mo. for 500 Mbps*, which is significantly less than the 300 Mbps plans from other providers.

Google Fiber is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 28202 ZIP code, covering 9.680% of the city.

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%.

Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.

There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.