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Selma, NC internet providers
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| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 18 Mbps | DSL | 98% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
CenturyLink  | $45.00 | 20 - 80 Mbps | DSL | 2.546% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?Selma internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
5724
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 97.99%
3 providers - 2.75%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Selma 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 Selma area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Selma residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Selma, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Selma area, and 97.99% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Selma's five internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Selma
The largest internet providers in Selma are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Selma.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Selma residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Selma’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Selma 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 nearly all households in Selma covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Selma 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 Selma, $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 Selma, $0.87.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 18 Mbps and upload speeds up to 0.768 Mbps in Selma. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Selma's providers, 87 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 Selma covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Selma 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 Selma, $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 Selma, $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 Selma. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Selma's providers, 87 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Selma covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Selma 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 Selma, $46.00.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Selma, $0.87.
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 Selma. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Selma's providers, 87 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Selma?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Selma with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Selma. The next fastest internet provider in Selma is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 80 Mbps to 2.546% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Selma?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Selma with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Selma, $46.00.
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Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
What’s the best internet deal in my area?
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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