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Internet providers in Mebane, NC
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Mebane, NC internet providers
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| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 6 Mbps | DSL | 9.511% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| CenturyLink | $65 | 12 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 4.348% |
| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 86% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| King Street Wireless | - | - | Wireless | 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Mebane internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Mebane 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 Mebane area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Mebane residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 4.350% of those living in Mebane.
There are six internet providers serving the Mebane area, and 99.44% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Mebane's six internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Mebane
The largest internet providers in Mebane are Spectrum, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Mebane.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Mebane residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 86% of the area. Mebane’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Mebane 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Mebane covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Mebane 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 Mebane, $46.00.
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 Mebane, $1.05.
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 Mebane. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Mebane's providers, 289 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Mebane covering 86% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Mebane 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Mebane, $46.00.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.75 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Mebane, $1.05.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 60 Mbps in Mebane. These download speeds are available to 86% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Mebane's providers, 289 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 Mebane covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Mebane 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 Mebane, $46.00.
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 Mebane, $1.05.
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 Mebane. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Mebane's providers, 289 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Mebane?
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in Mebane with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 4.348% of households in Mebane. The next fastest internet provider in Mebane is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Mebane?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Mebane with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Mebane, $46.00.
Is fiber internet available in Mebane?
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Mebane, covering 4.348% of the city.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
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 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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