Internet providers in Raleigh, NC
If you’re looking for the best internet providers in Raleigh, NC, we can walk you through the process of finding and comparing the providers and plans that are available for your address.



Internet options in Raleigh, NC
Finding the top internet providers and plans is an important part of any move, whether you are relocating to Raleigh or just across town. Even if you aren’t planning a move, we can help you find out if just changing providers could get you better service at a lower monthly fee. Compare internet and cable providers and choose just the right plan for your new Raleigh home address.
Raleigh internet at a glance
There are several major internet providers in Raleigh. Depending on your exact Raleigh address and ZIP code, you may be able to access multiple internet types and providers.
Internet availability in Raleigh, NC
Cable – 100%
DSL – 96%
Fiber-optic – 76%
Raleigh, NC, residential internet providers
Provider | Starting price* | Speed range | Internet type |
---|---|---|---|
AT&T | $50.00/mo. | 5 – 1,000 Mbps | DSL, fiber |
Spectrum | $49.99/mo. | 300 – 1,000 Mbps | Cable |
CenturyLink | $49.00/mo. | 3 – 50 Mbps | DSL |
HughesNet | $59.99/mo. | Up to 25 Mbps | Satellite |
*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 11/16/19.
Compare the largest internet providers in Raleigh, NC
Raleigh’s largest internet providers are AT&T, Spectrum and HughesNet. Here’s a guide to each provider’s internet plans, pricing, service areas and additional perks.
Provider details:
AT&T DSL service reaches 96% of Raleigh homes. The incredibly speedy fiber-optic network is accessible by 76% of households in Raleigh.
- Four internet plans
- Starting at $30.00/mo.*
- Additional savings when you bundle with TV services
- Fiber-optic network offers more than 99% reliability
AT&T store locations:
- 5100 Capital Blvd., Suite 100, Raleigh, NC 27616
- 4120 Main at North Hills St., Suite 130, Raleigh, NC 27609
- 3501 Capital Blvd., Suite 105, Raleigh, NC 27604
- Triangle Town Center, 5959 Triangle Town Blvd., #1092, Raleigh, NC 27616
- 8005 Brier Creek Pkwy, Suite 140, Raleigh, NC 27617
Provider details:
Known for fast internet service and strong reliability, Spectrum cable internet is available to all homes in Raleigh.
- One internet plan
- Starting at $49.99/mo.*
- No data caps: Stream your favorite movies, attend classes or play games to your heart’s content
- Speeds up to 300 Mbps
Spectrum store locations:
- Townridge Shopping Center, 6512 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh, NC 27612
Provider details:
HughesNet offers strong reliability for even the most rural homes around Raleigh.
- Four internet plans
- Starting at $59.99/mo.*
- Bonus Zone: Free data to use between 2 a.m. and 8 a.m., up to 50 GB depending on the plan
- No downtime except in severe weather conditions
HughesNet store locations:
- Country Cable, 422 Huffman Mill Road, Suite 105, Burlington, NC 27215
*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 11/16/19.
Availability for other Raleigh internet providers
- CenturyLink – DSL, 24%
- Frontier – DSL, 10%
- Google Fiber Inc. – Fiber-optic, 50%
- Pivotal Global Capacity, LLC – DSL, 27%
- Viasat, Inc. – Satellite, 100%
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Fastest internet in Raleigh, NC
Download speeds 250 Mbps or higher
Raleigh – 100%
North Carolina – 81%
U.S. – 73%
Download speeds 1,000 Mbps or higher
Raleigh – 70%
North Carolina – 29%
U.S. – 16%
Source: FCC
For the fastest internet speeds in Raleigh, choose a provider with a fiber-optic or cable network. Here are the fastest internet providers in Raleigh.
Raleigh’s fastest max advertised download speeds
- AT&T – Fiber-optic network with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
- Google Fiber – Fiber-optic network with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
- Spectrum – Cable network with speeds up to 300 Mbps
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Cheapest internet service providers in Raleigh
If you’re in the market for cheap internet service, three providers in Raleigh offer plans starting at or below $30/mo.* For additional savings, purchase your own compatible equipment instead of renting and bundle your internet services with your TV and home phone services.
Cheap internet plans in Raleigh
- Frontier – $24.99/mo.* for up to 6 Mbps
- AT&T – $30/mo.* for up to 5 Mbps
*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 11/16/19.
Call or click below to find and compare the cheapest internet plans for your home address in Raleigh.
Free Wi-Fi hotspots in Raleigh, NC
Whether you’re a tourist enjoying the many museums or a student taking a break from your studies, free Wi-Fi hotspots are easy to find throughout Raleigh.
Here are a few public places in Raleigh that offer free Wi-Fi:
- North Carolina Museum of History
- The Hop Yard
- Sola Coffee Cafe
- Revive Foot Massage
- Tasty Beverage Company
AT&T and Spectrum subscribers can log in to access hotspots set up by your provider. However, hotspot availability is sometimes dependent on internet availability. As you move through Raleigh, you may experience changing results.
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