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Internet providers in 27527

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27527 internet providers

Provider
Spectrum $49.99 300 - 1,000 Mbps **Cable99%
CenturyLink $50.00 *** 10 - 940 MbpsDSL84%
CenturyLink $50.00 *** 10 - 940 MbpsFiber-optic53%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%
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27527 internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in the 27527 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 27527 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 99% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 25% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 16% of those living in the 27527 ZIP code.

There are four internet providers serving the 27527 area, and 99.40% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 27527, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.

Top high-speed internet providers in 27527

The largest internet providers serving the 27527 ZIP code are Spectrum and CenturyLink bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to the area.

Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all in the 27527 ZIP code, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 84% of the area. Clayton’s third most-available internet provider, CenturyLink, offers fiber-optic to around 53% of residents in the 27527 ZIP code.

Spectrum cable internet

Provider
Spectrum
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps**

(wireless speeds may vary)

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

99%

Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in the 27527 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.

Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 27527 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Clayton, $58.74.

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 Clayton, $0.66.

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 27527 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Clayton's providers, 354 Mbps.

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CenturyLink DSL internet

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

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

40 Mbps

Average availability

84%

DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 27527 ZIP code, covering 84% of the area.

DSL internet from CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Clayton, $58.74.

CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Clayton, $0.66.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 27527 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 84% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Clayton's providers, 354 Mbps.

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CenturyLink fiber-optic internet

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

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

1,000 Mbps

Average availability

53%

Fiber-optic from CenturyLink offers broadband to about half of households in the 27527 ZIP code, covering 53% of the area.

Fiber-optic service from CenturyLink is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 27527 ZIP code than other internet types.

Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Clayton, $58.74.

CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Clayton, $0.66.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 27527 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 53% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Clayton's providers, 354 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 27527 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 27527 and the greater Clayton area. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Clayton at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Clayton at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 27527 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Internet providers in 27527 frequently asked questions

Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in the 27527 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps*. These speeds are available to 99% of households in 27527. The next fastest internet provider in the 27527 ZIP code is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 84% of the area.

Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in the 27527 ZIP with service starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Clayton, $58.74.

CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 27527 ZIP code, covering 53% of the city.

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