*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 14, 2023.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem.
Need help?13764
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 97.57%
3 providers - 17.75%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 28278 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of North Carolina - 97%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 28278 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 90% of those living in the 28278 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 28278 area, and 97.57% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 28278, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 28278 ZIP code are AT&T and Spectrum bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to the area.
Fiber-optic internet from AT&T is available to most in the 28278 ZIP code, covering 82% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from AT&T, which covers 75% of the area. Charlotte’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 28278 ZIP code.
|
|
|
|
|
*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 28278 ZIP code, covering 82% 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 28278 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Charlotte, $51.99.
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, $0.47.
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 1,000 Mbps in 28278 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 82% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Charlotte's providers, 285 Mbps.
|
|
|
|
|
*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to most households in the 28278 ZIP code, covering 75% 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Charlotte, $51.99.
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, $0.47.
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 28278 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 75% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Charlotte's providers, 285 Mbps.
|
|
|
|
|
*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in the 28278 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 28278 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Charlotte, $51.99.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Charlotte, $0.47.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 28278 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, 285 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 28278 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 28278 and the greater Charlotte area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Charlotte at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Charlotte at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 28278 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 28278 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 82% of households in 28278. The next fastest internet provider in the 28278 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 75% of the area.
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in the 28278 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Charlotte, $51.99.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 28278 ZIP code, covering 82% of the city.
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.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
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.
How can we help?
Related resources Read more from the Resource Center
By subscribing, you agree to receive Allconnect promotional emails. Your privacy is important to us.
