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Internet providers in Lumberton, NC
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Lumberton, NC internet providers
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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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Lumberton internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Lumberton 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 Lumberton area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Lumberton residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 88% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 5.960% of those living in Lumberton.
There are five internet providers serving the Lumberton area, and 90.44% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Lumberton's five internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Lumberton
The largest internet providers in Lumberton are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Lumberton.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Lumberton residents, covering 88% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Lumberton’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Lumberton residents.
AT&T DSL internet
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DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Lumberton covering 88% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Lumberton 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 Lumberton, $46.25.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lumberton, $0.94.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 18 Mbps and upload speeds up to 0.768 Mbps in Lumberton. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Lumberton's providers, 89 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Lumberton covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Lumberton 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 Lumberton, $46.25.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lumberton, $0.94.
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 Lumberton. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lumberton's providers, 89 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Lumberton covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Lumberton 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Lumberton, $46.25.
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 Lumberton, $0.94.
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 Lumberton. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Lumberton's providers, 89 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Lumberton?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Lumberton with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Lumberton. The next fastest internet provider in Lumberton is Horry Telephone Cooperative, Inc., offering download speeds up to 50 Mbps to 5.961% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Lumberton?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Lumberton with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Lumberton, $46.25.
Is fiber internet available in Lumberton?
Horry Telephone Cooperative, Inc. is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Lumberton, covering 5.961% of the city.
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.
How do I get cheaper internet?
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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