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Internet providers in Newton, NC
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| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 92% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
CenturyLink  | $45.00 | 20 - 10 Mbps | DSL | 1.128% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| BendBroadband | - | 100 - 1 Mbps | Wireless | 98% |
| King Street Wireless | - | - | Wireless | 97% |
North Carolina Wireless  | $39.95 | 3 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 48% |
*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 Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?Newton internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
12899
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.79%
2 providers - 92.31%
3 providers - 1.92%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Newton 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 Newton area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Newton residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 92% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Newton, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are eight internet providers serving the Newton area, and 92.31% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Newton's eight internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Newton
The largest internet providers in Newton are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Newton.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Newton residents, covering 92% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Newton’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Newton residents.
AT&T 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 Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Newton covering 92% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Newton 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 Newton, $44.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Newton, $1.00.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Newton. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Newton's providers, 75 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Newton covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Newton 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 Newton, $44.99.
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 Newton, $1.00.
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 Newton. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Newton's providers, 75 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Newton covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Newton 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 Newton, $44.99.
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 Newton, $1.00.
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 Newton. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Newton's providers, 75 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Newton?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Newton with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Newton. The next fastest internet provider in Newton is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 75 Mbps to 92% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Newton?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Newton with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Newton, $44.99.
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.
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.
How much should I pay for internet?
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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.
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