Compare 29020 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Camden – 60 Mbps
SC – 121 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Camden – 17 Mbps
SC – 46 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Camden.
Internet providers in 29020
Internet providers in your area
29020 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 83% |
Windstream  | $19.99 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 8.460% |
| Windstream | $75.00 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.070% |
| Chester Telephone Company | $10.00 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 70% |
| Chester Telephone Company | $10.00 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 2.000% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Need help?29020 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
14815
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 94.70%
2 providers - 70.02%
3 providers - 1.60%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 95%, broadband coverage in the 29020 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 29020 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 93% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 67% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 26% of those living in the 29020 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 29020 area, and 70.02% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 29020, prices start at $10 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Camden
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windstream | 17 Mbps | 4 Mbps | DSL |
| AT&T | 51 Mbps | 29 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Camden.
Top high-speed internet providers in 29020
The largest internet providers serving the 29020 ZIP code are AT&T, Chester Telephone Company, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 29020 ZIP code, covering 83% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Chester Telephone Company, which covers 70% of the area. Camden’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 29020 ZIP code.
AT&T DSL internet
|
|
|
|
|
*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 nearly all households in the 29020 ZIP code, covering 83% 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 Camden, $50.00.
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 Camden, $0.54.
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 29020 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 83% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Camden's providers, 87 Mbps.
Chester Telephone Company cable internet
|
|
|
|
|
*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.
Cable from Chester Telephone Company offers broadband to most households in the 29020 ZIP code, covering 70% of the area.
Chester Telephone Company’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 29020 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Chester Telephone Company start at $10/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Camden, $50.00.
Chester Telephone Company customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Camden, $0.54.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Chester Telephone Company offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 29020 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 70% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Camden's providers, 87 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
|
|
|
|
|
*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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 29020 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 29020 ZIP 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Camden, $50.00.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Camden, $0.54.
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 29020 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Camden's providers, 87 Mbps.
Internet providers in 29020 frequently asked questions
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 29020 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 83% of households in 29020. The next fastest internet provider in the 29020 ZIP code is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 8.460% of the area.
Chester Telephone Company offers the cheapest internet in the 29020 ZIP with service starting at $10/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Camden, $50.00.
Chester Telephone Company is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 29020 ZIP code, covering 2.000% of the city. Windstream also offers fiber internet in 29020 and is available to 0.070% of households.
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
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.
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
*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
How can we help?
Want helpful emails?
Subscribe for more internet tips
By subscribing, you agree to receive Allconnect promotional emails. Your privacy is important to us.