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Internet providers in North Wilkesboro, NC
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North Wilkesboro, NC internet providers
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 80 Mbps | DSL | 79% |
| Windstream | $19.99 | 10 - 12 Mbps | DSL | 2.423% |
| Wilkes Telephone Membership Corporation | - | - | Fiber-optic | 38% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 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?North Wilkesboro internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in North Wilkesboro 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 North Wilkesboro area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of North Wilkesboro residents. Cable 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 38% of those living in North Wilkesboro.
There are six internet providers serving the North Wilkesboro area, and 98.27% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among North Wilkesboro's six internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
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Top high-speed internet providers in North Wilkesboro
The largest internet providers in North Wilkesboro are Spectrum, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to North Wilkesboro.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all North Wilkesboro residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 79% of the area. North Wilkesboro’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of North Wilkesboro 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 North Wilkesboro covering 99% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but North Wilkesboro 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 North Wilkesboro, $43.99.
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 North Wilkesboro, $1.83.
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 North Wilkesboro. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all North Wilkesboro's providers, 86 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 most households in North Wilkesboro covering 79% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in North Wilkesboro 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 North Wilkesboro, $43.99.
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 North Wilkesboro, $1.83.
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 North Wilkesboro. These download speeds are available to 79% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all North Wilkesboro's providers, 86 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in North Wilkesboro covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of North Wilkesboro 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 North Wilkesboro, $43.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in North Wilkesboro, $1.83.
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 North Wilkesboro. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all North Wilkesboro's providers, 86 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in North Wilkesboro?
Wilkes Telephone Membership Corporation is the fastest internet provider in North Wilkesboro with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 38% of households in North Wilkesboro. The next fastest internet provider in North Wilkesboro is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 99% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in North Wilkesboro?
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in North Wilkesboro with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in North Wilkesboro, $43.99.
Is fiber internet available in North Wilkesboro?
Wilkes Telephone Membership Corporation is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in North Wilkesboro, covering 38% of the city.
How do I change internet providers?
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
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.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
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