Internet providers in Durham, NC
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New to Durham, NC? Getting settled in a new place can be stressful. Getting utilities set up and moving furniture takes a lot of time and energy. Installing internet service is an important piece of the moving puzzle. Even if you are already a resident of Durham, periodically checking internet prices can save you money. Rely on our experts to find and compare internet and cable providers in the Durham area.
Durham internet at a glance
Durham is served by five internet providers. Depending on your exact ZIP code and address in Durham, you may have access to more than one internet type and provider.
Internet availability in Durham, NC
Durham, NC, residential internet providers
| Provider | Starting price* | Speed range | Internet type |
| AT&T | $30.00/mo. | 5 – 1,000 Mbps | DSL, fiber-optic |
| Frontier | $24.99/mo. | 1 – 940/880 Mbps | DSL, fiber-optic |
| Spectrum | $49.99/mo. | 30 – 300 Mbps | Cable |
| Windstream | $19.99/mo. | 1.5 – 12 Mbps | DSL |
| HughesNet | $59.99/mo. | Up to 25 Mbps | Satellite |
*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 11/16/19.
Compare the largest internet providers in Durham
The three largest internet providers in Durham are Frontier, HughesNet and Spectrum. Here’s more information on each provider’s service areas, internet plan options, pricing and additional perks.
*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 11/16/19.
Availability for other Durham internet providers
- AT&T – The AT&T fiber-optic network reaches 61% of Durham homes.
- Windstream – Windstream DSL offers the least expensive internet in Durham, but only 2% of households can access it.
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Fastest internet in Durham
Download speeds 250 Mbps or higher
Durham – 100%
North Carolina – 81%
U.S. – 73%
Download speeds 1,000 Mbps or higher
Durham – 54%
North Carolina – 29%
U.S. 16%
Source: FCC
The fastest internet services in Durham are from providers using a fiber-optic network, while cable internet provides moderately fast speeds. Here’s a look at the fastest fiber-optic and cable internet providers in the Durham area.
Durham’s fastest max advertised download speeds
- AT&T – Fiber-optic network with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
- Frontier – Fiber-optic network with speeds up to 940 Mbps
- Spectrum – Cable network with speeds up to 300 Mbps
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Cheapest internet service providers in Durham
If you’re looking for a deal on Durham internet service, there are two providers with plans starting at less than $30/mo.* Additional ways to save include bundling your internet service with TV and home phone services and using your own compatible equipment rather than renting from your provider.
Cheap internet plans in Durham
- Windstream – High-Speed Internet 25 – $19.99/mo.* for up to 25 Mbps
- Frontier – Vantage Internet – $24.99/mo.* for up to 6 Mbps
*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 11/16/19.
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Free Wi-Fi hotspots in Durham
Whether you are a tourist enjoying the sights or a local taking advantage of Durham’s many beautiful locales, it’s easy to find free Wi-Fi hotspots in Durham. In fact, parts of the downtown area offer easy outdoor access to free hotspots.
Here are a few public places where you can find free Wi-Fi in Durham:
- Duke University campus
- Durham County Public Library
- Local coffee houses such as Joe Van Gogh, Cloche and CORE
AT&T and Spectrum internet customers can log in for access to their service provider’s hotspot network of hotspots. However, the availability of hotspots may vary according to internet availability, so you may find that your results vary as you move through the city.
Shop Durham internet and TV bundles
Durham’s cable and fiber-optic internet providers typically offer TV services as well. Consider bundling your internet and TV services for both convenience and additional savings on your monthly bills.
Durham TV providers
Watching Durham sports
Duke University games air on CBS and ESPN. Check your broadcast networks and ACCN, the Atlantic Coast Conference Network, which most major cable TV providers carry, including AT&T, Cox, DIRECTV and the major streaming services, for additional local sports.
Catch MiLB team Durham Bulls at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park or local listings for their current TV schedule. Rooting for a pro team in another market? It is possible to tune in to out-of-market teams, but it’s generally better to choose from the add-on sports packages offered by your local Durham TV providers instead.
Moving to Durham
Moving is always a challenge, but we have helpful tips and resources to make your move to Durham that much easier. Here are a few articles that you may find useful for your move.
Moving tips
Moving? It may be time to cut the cord
Is it better to switch to streaming or bundle TV and internet?
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Last updated 11/16/19.
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