Compare 28658 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Newton – 151 Mbps
NC – 120 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Newton – 27 Mbps
NC – 43 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Newton.
Internet providers in 28658
Internet providers in your area
28658 internet providers
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 83% |
| Spectrum | $49.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | 99% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 *** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 17% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
BendBroadband  | - | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 97% |
| King Street Wireless | - | - | Wireless | 96% |
| North Carolina Wireless | $45.00 | 25 - 100 Mbps | Wireless | 51% |
*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 Sep 23, 2022.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem.
***Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
Need help?28658 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
20990
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.76%
2 providers - 94.73%
3 providers - 8.47%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 28658 ZIP code 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 28658 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 99% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 87% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 9.080% of those living in the 28658 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 28658 area, and 94.73% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 28658, prices start at $45 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Newton
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| CenturyLink | 61 Mbps | 37 Mbps | DSL |
| Spectrum | 142 Mbps | 18 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 56 Mbps | 43 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Newton.
Top high-speed internet providers in 28658
The largest internet providers serving the 28658 ZIP code are AT&T, Spectrum, and CenturyLink bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 28658 ZIP code, covering 83% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 99% of the area. Newton’s third most-available internet provider, CenturyLink, offers DSL to around 17% of residents in the 28658 ZIP code.
AT&T DSL internet
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 28658 ZIP code, covering 83% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines 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 $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Newton, $57.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Newton, $0.91.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 28658 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 83% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Newton's providers, 86 Mbps.
Spectrum cable internet
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in the 28658 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 28658 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Newton, $57.99.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Newton, $0.91.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 28658 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Newton's providers, 86 Mbps.
CenturyLink DSL internet
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 28658 ZIP code, covering 17% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines 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 $50/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Newton, $57.99.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Newton, $0.91.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 28658 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 17% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Newton's providers, 86 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 28658 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 28658 and the greater Newton area. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Newton at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Newton at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 28658 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 28658 frequently asked questions
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 28658 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 83% of households in 28658. The next fastest internet provider in the 28658 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps* to 99% of the area.
Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in the 28658 ZIP with service starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Newton, $57.99.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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