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Wilson, NC internet providers

Provider
Spectrum $49.99 300 - 1,000 Mbps **

(wireless speeds may vary)

Cable100%
CenturyLink $50.00 *** 10 - 940 MbpsDSL90%
CenturyLink $50.00 *** 10 - 940 MbpsFiber-optic8.080%
Optimum $40.00 300 - 1,000 MbpsCable1.086%
Greenlight $39.95 -Fiber-optic92%

*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 Sep 23, 2022.

**Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem.

***Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.

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Wilson internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    1000 Mbps

    Provider: Spectrum

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    49037

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 100%

    2 providers - 99.72%

    3 providers - 92.52%

    4+ providers - 0.86%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 100%

    DSL - 27%

    Fiber - 97%

    Source: FCC

At 100%, broadband coverage in Wilson 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 Wilson area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Wilson residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 27% of those living in Wilson.

There are six internet providers serving the Wilson area, and 99.72% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Wilson's six internet providers, prices start at $39.95 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.

Results from real users

Average internet speeds in Wilson

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Optimum 195 Mbps 12 Mbps Cable
Viasat 32 Mbps 1 Mbps Satellite
Spectrum 125 Mbps 11 Mbps Cable
CenturyLink 50 Mbps 40 Mbps DSL
Greenlight 105 Mbps 96 Mbps Fiber-optic

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Wilson.

Compare Wilson internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Wilson – 121 Mbps

    NC – 120 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Wilson – 43 Mbps

    NC – 43 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Wilson.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Wilson

The largest internet providers in Wilson are Spectrum, CenturyLink, and Greenlight bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to Wilson.

Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Wilson residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 90% of the area. Wilson’s third most-available internet provider, Greenlight, offers fiber-optic to around 92% of Wilson residents.

Spectrum cable internet

Provider
Spectrum
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps**

(wireless speeds may vary)

Max upload speed

10 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.

**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem

Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Wilson covering 100% of the area.

Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Wilson residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Wilson, $52.49.

Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wilson, $0.44.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Wilson. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Wilson's providers, 542 Mbps.

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CenturyLink DSL internet

Provider
CenturyLink
Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

40 Mbps

Average availability

90%

*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.

**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem

DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Wilson covering 90% of the area.

DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Wilson 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 $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Wilson, $52.49.

CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wilson, $0.44.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Wilson. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Wilson's providers, 542 Mbps.

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Greenlight fiber-optic internet

Provider

Greenlight

Starting price*
$39.95/mo.
Max download speed

null Mbps

Max upload speed

1,000 Mbps

Average availability

92%

*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.

**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem

Fiber-optic from Greenlight offers broadband to nearly all households in Wilson covering 92% of the area.

Fiber-optic service from Greenlight is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Wilson than other internet types.

Internet prices for Greenlight start at $39.95/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Wilson, $52.49.

Greenlight customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.80 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wilson, $0.44.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Greenlight offers download speeds up to null Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Wilson. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Wilson's providers, 542 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you live in the heart of Wilson, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Wilson, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Wilson and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Wilson at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Wilson at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Wilson residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Internet provider frequently asked questions

Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Wilson with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps*. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Wilson. The next fastest internet provider in Wilson is Optimum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 1.086% of the area.

Greenlight offers the cheapest internet in Wilson with plans starting at $39.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Wilson, $52.49.

Greenlight is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Wilson, covering 92% of the city. CenturyLink also offers fiber internet in Wilson and is available to 8.080% of households.

Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.

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.

If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.

*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem

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