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Internet providers in Jacksonville, NC
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Jacksonville, NC internet providers
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
CenturyLink  | $65.00 | 20 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 5.533% |
| CenturyLink | $45.00 | 20 - 80 Mbps | DSL | 82% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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?Jacksonville internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
70152
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 96.87%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Jacksonville residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 5.530% of those living in Jacksonville.
There are four internet providers serving the Jacksonville area, and 96.87% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Jacksonville's four internet providers, prices start at $44.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Jacksonville
The largest internet providers in Jacksonville are Spectrum, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Jacksonville.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Jacksonville residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 82% of the area. Jacksonville’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Jacksonville residents.
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 Jacksonville covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Jacksonville residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Jacksonville, $50.00.
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 Jacksonville, $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 Jacksonville. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Jacksonville's providers, 358 Mbps.
CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Jacksonville covering 82% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Jacksonville 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 $45/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Jacksonville, $50.00.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.25 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Jacksonville, $0.72.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 80 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Jacksonville. These download speeds are available to 82% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Jacksonville's providers, 358 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Jacksonville covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Jacksonville where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $59.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Jacksonville, $50.00.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Jacksonville, $0.72.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Jacksonville. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Jacksonville's providers, 358 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Jacksonville?
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in Jacksonville with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 5.533% of households in Jacksonville. The next fastest internet provider in Jacksonville is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Jacksonville?
Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in Jacksonville with plans starting at $44.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Jacksonville, $50.00.
Is fiber internet available in Jacksonville?
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Jacksonville, covering 5.533% of the city.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
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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