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Internet providers in Rocky Mount, NC
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Rocky Mount, NC internet providers
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| CenturyLink | $65 | 12 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 2.197% |
| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 94% |
| Suddenlink Communications | $30 | 50 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 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?Rocky Mount internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Rocky Mount 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 Rocky Mount area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Rocky Mount residents. DSL 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 2.200% of those living in Rocky Mount.
There are four internet providers serving the Rocky Mount area, and 99.01% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Rocky Mount's four internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Rocky Mount
The largest internet providers in Rocky Mount are CenturyLink, Suddenlink Communications, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Rocky Mount.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Rocky Mount residents, covering 94% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Suddenlink Communications, which covers 100% of the area. Rocky Mount’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Rocky Mount residents.
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 nearly all households in Rocky Mount covering 94% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Rocky Mount 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 Rocky Mount, $46.25.
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 Rocky Mount, $1.65.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Rocky Mount. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Rocky Mount's providers, 538 Mbps.
Suddenlink Communications 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 Suddenlink Communications offers broadband to all households in Rocky Mount covering 100% of the area.
Suddenlink Communications’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Rocky Mount residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Suddenlink Communications start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Rocky Mount, $46.25.
Suddenlink Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Rocky Mount, $1.65.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Suddenlink Communications offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in Rocky Mount. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rocky Mount's providers, 538 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Rocky Mount covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Rocky Mount 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 Rocky Mount, $46.25.
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 Rocky Mount, $1.65.
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 Rocky Mount. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Rocky Mount's providers, 538 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Rocky Mount?
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in Rocky Mount with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 2.197% of households in Rocky Mount. The next fastest internet provider in Rocky Mount is Suddenlink Communications, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Rocky Mount?
Suddenlink Communications offers the cheapest internet in Rocky Mount with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Rocky Mount, $46.25.
Is fiber internet available in Rocky Mount?
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Rocky Mount, covering 2.197% of the city.
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What’s the best internet deal in my area?
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Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
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