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Internet providers in Wilson, NC
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| CenturyLink | $65 | 12 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 8.080% |
| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 90% |
| City of Wilson | - | - | Fiber-optic | 92% |
| Suddenlink Communications | $30 | 50 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 1.086% |
| 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?Wilson internet service at a glance
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 DSL, which covers 100% of Wilson residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 92% 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 $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Wilson
The largest internet providers in Wilson are Spectrum, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite 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, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Wilson residents.
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 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 $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Wilson, $46.00.
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 Wilson, $1.35.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Wilson. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Wilson's providers, 450 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 Jun 1, 2020.
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 $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Wilson, $46.00.
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 Wilson, $1.35.
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 Wilson. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Wilson's providers, 450 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Wilson covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Wilson 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 Wilson, $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 Wilson, $1.35.
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 Wilson. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Wilson's providers, 450 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Wilson?
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in Wilson with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 8.080% of households in Wilson. The next fastest internet provider in Wilson is City of Wilson, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 92% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Wilson?
Suddenlink Communications offers the cheapest internet in Wilson with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Wilson, $46.00.
Is fiber internet available in Wilson?
City of Wilson 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.
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.
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.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
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%.
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