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Internet providers in Sawmills, NC
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Sawmills, NC internet providers
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| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 23% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
CenturyLink  | $45.00 | 20 - 80 Mbps | DSL | 86% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| BendBroadband | - | 100 - 1 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| King Street Wireless | - | - | Wireless | 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?Sawmills internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
5257
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.87%
2 providers - 98.73%
3 providers - 9.89%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Sawmills 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 Sawmills area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Sawmills residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Sawmills, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are seven internet providers serving the Sawmills area, and 98.73% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Sawmills's seven internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Sawmills
The largest internet providers in Sawmills are AT&T, Spectrum, and CenturyLink bringing DSL and cable options to Sawmills.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to many Sawmills residents, covering 23% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Sawmills’s third most-available internet provider, CenturyLink, offers DSL to around 86% of Sawmills residents.
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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to some, but not many households in Sawmills covering 23% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Sawmills 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 Sawmills, $46.00.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Sawmills, $0.87.
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 Sawmills. These download speeds are available to 23% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Sawmills's providers, 98 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Sawmills covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Sawmills 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 Sawmills, $46.00.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Sawmills, $0.87.
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 Sawmills. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Sawmills's providers, 98 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Sawmills covering 86% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Sawmills 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 Sawmills, $46.00.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.25 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Sawmills, $0.87.
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 Sawmills. These download speeds are available to 86% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Sawmills's providers, 98 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Sawmills, you’ll likely have options from cable and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Sawmills, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Sawmills and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Sawmills at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Sawmills at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Sawmills residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Sawmills?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Sawmills with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Sawmills. The next fastest internet provider in Sawmills is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 80 Mbps to 86% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Sawmills?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Sawmills with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Sawmills, $46.00.
What’s the best internet provider in my area?
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
How can I boost my internet speeds?
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
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