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Kinston, NC internet providers

Provider
CenturyLink $50.00 ** 10 - 940 MbpsDSL88%
Optimum $40.00 300 - 1,000 MbpsCable100%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%

*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 Sep 23, 2022.

**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.

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Kinston internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    1000 Mbps

    Provider: Optimum

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    21366

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 99.93%

    2 providers - 97.00%

    3 providers - 0%

    4+ providers - 0%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 97%

    DSL - 54%

    Fiber - 0.000%

    Source: FCC

At 98%, broadband coverage in Kinston 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 Kinston area will have access to cable, which covers 97% of Kinston residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 54% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Kinston, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.

There are four internet providers serving the Kinston area, and 97.00% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Kinston's four internet providers, prices start at $40 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.

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Average internet speeds in Kinston

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
CenturyLink 103 Mbps 72 Mbps DSL
Viasat 10 Mbps 1 Mbps Satellite
HughesNet 5 Mbps 1 Mbps Satellite
Optimum 139 Mbps 14 Mbps Cable

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Kinston.

Compare Kinston internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Kinston – 107 Mbps

    NC – 120 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Kinston – 15 Mbps

    NC – 43 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Kinston.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Kinston

The largest internet providers in Kinston are CenturyLink, Optimum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Kinston.

DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Kinston residents, covering 88% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Optimum, which covers 100% of the area. Kinston’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Kinston residents.

CenturyLink DSL internet

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

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

10 Mbps

Average availability

88%

*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.

DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Kinston covering 88% of the area.

DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Kinston 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 Kinston, $56.25.

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 Kinston, $0.65.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Kinston. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Kinston's providers, 288 Mbps.

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Optimum cable internet

Provider
Optimum
Starting price*
$40/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

50 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.

Cable from Optimum offers broadband to all households in Kinston covering 100% of the area.

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

Internet prices for Optimum start at $40/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Kinston, $56.25.

Optimum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.13 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Kinston, $0.65.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in Kinston. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Kinston's providers, 288 Mbps.

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HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.

Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Kinston covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Kinston 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Kinston, $56.25.

HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Kinston, $0.65.

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 Kinston. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Kinston's providers, 288 Mbps.

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Internet provider frequently asked questions

Optimum is the fastest internet provider in Kinston with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Kinston. The next fastest internet provider in Kinston is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 88% of the area.

Optimum offers the cheapest internet in Kinston with plans starting at $40/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Kinston, $56.25.

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.

Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.

If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.

Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.

*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem

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