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Shop the best Marion internet providers. Compare internet plan pricing and speeds from cable, DSL and fiber-optic providers in your area.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.97%
2 providers - 93.88%
3 providers - 0.43%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Marion 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 Marion area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Marion residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 94% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Marion, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the Marion area, and 93.88% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Marion's four internet providers, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Marion are Frontier, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Marion.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Marion residents, covering 94% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Marion’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Marion residents.
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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 Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Marion covering 94% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Marion 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 Frontier start at $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Marion, $45.74.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Marion, $0.75.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 24 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Marion. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Marion's providers, 90 Mbps.
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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 Marion covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Marion 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 Marion, $45.74.
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 Marion, $0.75.
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 Marion. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Marion's providers, 90 Mbps.
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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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Marion covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Marion 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 Marion, $45.74.
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 Marion, $0.75.
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 Marion. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Marion's providers, 90 Mbps.
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Marion with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Marion. The next fastest internet provider in Marion is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in Marion with plans starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Marion, $45.74.
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.
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.
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.
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.