Compare 29803 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Aiken – 151 Mbps
SC – 121 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Aiken – 55 Mbps
SC – 46 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Aiken.
Internet providers in 29803
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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. As of Sep 23, 2022.
Need help?29803 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
28507
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.88%
2 providers - 78.89%
3 providers - 5.21%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 96%, broadband coverage in the 29803 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of South Carolina - 97%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 29803 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 89% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 66% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 25% of those living in the 29803 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 29803 area, and 78.89% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 29803, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Aiken
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Atlantic Broadband | 154 Mbps | 21 Mbps | Cable |
| HughesNet | 5 Mbps | 1 Mbps | Satellite |
| AT&T | 186 Mbps | 158 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 134 Mbps | 17 Mbps | Cable |
| Viasat | 17 Mbps | 3 Mbps | Satellite |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Aiken.
Top high-speed internet providers in 29803
The largest internet providers serving the 29803 ZIP code are AT&T and Atlantic Broadband bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 29803 ZIP code, covering 64% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 12% of the area. Aiken’s third most-available internet provider, Atlantic Broadband, offers cable to around 97% of residents in the 29803 ZIP code.
AT&T DSL internet
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*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.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to most households in the 29803 ZIP code, covering 64% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines 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 $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Aiken, $47.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Aiken, $1.17.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 29803 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 64% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Aiken's providers, 276 Mbps.
AT&T fiber-optic internet
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Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 29803 ZIP code, covering 12% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 29803 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Aiken, $47.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Aiken, $1.17.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 29803 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 12% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Aiken's providers, 276 Mbps.
Atlantic Broadband cable internet
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Cable from Atlantic Broadband offers broadband to nearly all households in the 29803 ZIP code, covering 97% of the area.
Atlantic Broadband’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 29803 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Atlantic Broadband start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Aiken, $47.99.
Atlantic Broadband customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Aiken, $1.17.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Atlantic Broadband offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 29803 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Aiken's providers, 276 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 29803 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 29803 and the greater Aiken area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Aiken at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Aiken at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 29803 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 29803 frequently asked questions
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 29803 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 64% of households in 29803. The next fastest internet provider in the 29803 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 12% of the area.
Atlantic Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 29803 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Aiken, $47.99.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 29803 ZIP code, covering 12% of the city.
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