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*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 Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?Gastonia internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
72499
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 99.22%
3 providers - 1.72%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Gastonia 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 Gastonia area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Gastonia residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 33% of those living in Gastonia.
There are four internet providers serving the Gastonia area, and 99.22% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Gastonia's four internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Gastonia
The largest internet providers in Gastonia are AT&T and Spectrum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Gastonia.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Gastonia residents, covering 94% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 33% of the area. Gastonia’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of Gastonia residents.
AT&T DSL internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Gastonia covering 94% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Gastonia 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 Gastonia, $46.25.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Gastonia, $0.72.
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 Gastonia. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Gastonia's providers, 353 Mbps.
AT&T fiber-optic internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Oct 13, 2021.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to some, but not many households in Gastonia covering 33% 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 Gastonia than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $40/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Gastonia, $46.25.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Gastonia, $0.72.
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 Gastonia. These download speeds are available to 33% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Gastonia's providers, 353 Mbps.
Spectrum cable internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Gastonia covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Gastonia 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 Gastonia, $46.25.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Gastonia, $0.72.
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 Gastonia. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Gastonia's providers, 353 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Gastonia, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Gastonia, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Gastonia and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Gastonia at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Gastonia at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Gastonia 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 Gastonia?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Gastonia with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 33% of households in Gastonia. The next fastest internet provider in Gastonia is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Gastonia?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Gastonia with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Gastonia, $46.25.
Is fiber internet available in Gastonia?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Gastonia, covering 33% of the city.
What internet providers are available at my address?
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
Should I use my own router?
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
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