*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 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.93%
2 providers - 92.14%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 98%, broadband coverage in Barnwell 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 Barnwell area will have access to DSL, which covers 98% of Barnwell residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 69% of the area. Cable is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 47% of those living in Barnwell.
There are four internet providers serving the Barnwell area, and 92.14% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Barnwell's four internet providers, prices start at $55 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Barnwell are AT&T, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to Barnwell.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Barnwell residents, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Barnwell’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Barnwell residents.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Barnwell covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Barnwell 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Barnwell, $63.33.
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, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Barnwell, $3.96.
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 0.768 Mbps in Barnwell. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Barnwell's providers, 18 Mbps.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Barnwell covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Barnwell 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Barnwell, $63.33.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Barnwell, $3.96.
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 Barnwell. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Barnwell's providers, 18 Mbps.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Barnwell covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Barnwell 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 Viasat start at $69.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Barnwell, $63.33.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.83 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Barnwell, $3.96.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Barnwell. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Barnwell's providers, 18 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Barnwell with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 93% of households in Barnwell. The next fastest internet provider in Barnwell is Viasat, offering download speeds up to 150 Mbps to 100% of the area.
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Barnwell with plans starting at $55/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Barnwell, $63.33.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
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.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
*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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