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Internet providers in Goldsboro, NC
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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?Goldsboro internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
35277
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 97.74%
3 providers - 1.38%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Goldsboro 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 Goldsboro area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Goldsboro residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 10% of those living in Goldsboro.
There are five internet providers serving the Goldsboro area, and 97.74% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Goldsboro's five internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Goldsboro
The largest internet providers in Goldsboro are AT&T and Spectrum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Goldsboro.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Goldsboro residents, covering 93% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 10% of the area. Goldsboro’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of Goldsboro 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 Goldsboro covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Goldsboro 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 Goldsboro, $43.00.
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 Goldsboro, $0.61.
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 Goldsboro. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Goldsboro's providers, 445 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 a limited number of households in Goldsboro covering 10% 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 Goldsboro than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $40/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Goldsboro, $43.00.
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 Goldsboro, $0.61.
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 Goldsboro. These download speeds are available to 10% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Goldsboro's providers, 445 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 Goldsboro covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Goldsboro 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 Goldsboro, $43.00.
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 Goldsboro, $0.61.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Goldsboro. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Goldsboro's providers, 445 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Goldsboro, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Goldsboro, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Goldsboro and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Goldsboro at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Goldsboro at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Goldsboro 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 Goldsboro?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Goldsboro with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 10% of households in Goldsboro. The next fastest internet provider in Goldsboro is Suddenlink, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 1.376% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Goldsboro?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Goldsboro with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Goldsboro, $43.00.
Is fiber internet available in Goldsboro?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Goldsboro, covering 10% of the city.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
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.
Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
What internet speeds do I get?
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
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