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Internet providers in Newport, NC
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Newport, NC internet providers
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 80 Mbps | DSL | 87% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Newport internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Newport 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 Newport area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Newport residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Newport, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the Newport area, and 99.67% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Newport's four internet providers, prices start at $44.99 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Newport
The largest internet providers in Newport are Spectrum, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Newport.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Newport residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 87% of the area. Newport’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Newport 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 Newport covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Newport 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 Newport, $50.00.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Newport, $1.85.
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 Newport. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Newport's providers, 108 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 Newport covering 87% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Newport 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 Newport, $50.00.
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 Newport, $1.85.
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 Newport. These download speeds are available to 87% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Newport's providers, 108 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Newport covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Newport 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 Newport, $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, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Newport, $1.85.
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 Newport. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Newport's providers, 108 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Newport?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Newport with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Newport. The next fastest internet provider in Newport is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 80 Mbps to 87% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Newport?
Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in Newport with plans starting at $44.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Newport, $50.00.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
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.
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’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
Where can I find free Wi-Fi near me?
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
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