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Internet providers in 27616
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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. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?27616 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 27616 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 27616 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 58% of those living in the 27616 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 27616 area, and 98.54% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 27616, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 27616
The largest internet providers serving the 27616 ZIP code are AT&T and Spectrum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 27616 ZIP code, covering 89% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 58% of the area. Raleigh’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 27616 ZIP code.
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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 27616 ZIP code, covering 89% 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 $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Raleigh, $47.00.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Raleigh, $0.59.
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 27616 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Raleigh's providers, 482 Mbps.
AT&T fiber-optic 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.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to about half of households in the 27616 ZIP code, covering 58% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 27616 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $40/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Raleigh, $47.00.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Raleigh, $0.59.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 27616 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 58% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Raleigh's providers, 482 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in the 27616 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 27616 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 Raleigh, $47.00.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Raleigh, $0.59.
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 27616 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Raleigh's providers, 482 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 27616 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 27616 and the greater Raleigh area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Raleigh at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Raleigh at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 27616 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 27616 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 27616?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 27616 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 58% of households in 27616. The next fastest internet provider in the 27616 ZIP code is Google Fiber, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 1.061% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 27616?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in the 27616 ZIP with service starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Raleigh, $47.00.
Is fiber internet available in 27616?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 27616 ZIP code, covering 58% of the city. Google Fiber also offers fiber internet in 27616 and is available to 1.061% of households.
What internet providers are available at my address?
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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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