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Internet providers in Chester, SC

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Chester, SC internet providers

Provider
Chester Telephone Company $10.00 10 - 1,000 MbpsDSL98%
Chester Telephone Company $10.00 10 - 1,000 MbpsCable97%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%

*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.

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Chester internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    1000 Mbps

    Provider: Chester Telephone Company

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    5607

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 97.53%

    2 providers - 0%

    3 providers - 0%

    4+ providers - 0%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 51%

    DSL - 98%

    Fiber - 0.850%

    Source: FCC

At 98%, broadband coverage in Chester 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 Chester area will have access to DSL, which covers 98% of Chester residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 51% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Chester, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.

There are three internet providers serving the Chester area. Among Chester's three internet providers, prices start at $10 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.

Compare Chester internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Chester – 85 Mbps

    SC – 121 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Chester – 13 Mbps

    SC – 46 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

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

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Top high-speed internet providers in Chester

The largest internet providers in Chester are Chester Telephone Company and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Chester.

DSL internet from Chester Telephone Company is available to nearly all Chester residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Chester Telephone Company, which covers 97% of the area. Chester’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Chester residents.

Chester Telephone Company DSL internet

Provider

Chester Telephone Company

Starting price*
$10/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

2 Mbps

Average availability

98%

*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 Chester Telephone Company offers broadband to nearly all households in Chester covering 98% of the area.

DSL internet from Chester Telephone Company uses telephone lines in Chester 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 Chester Telephone Company start at $10/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Chester, $48.33.

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, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chester, $2.54.

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 2 Mbps in Chester. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chester's providers, 52 Mbps.

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Chester Telephone Company cable internet

Provider

Chester Telephone Company

Starting price*
$10/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

10 Mbps

Average availability

97%

*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 nearly all households in Chester covering 97% of the area.

Chester Telephone Company’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Chester 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 Chester, $48.33.

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, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chester, $2.54.

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 Chester. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chester's providers, 52 Mbps.

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HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 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.

Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Chester covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Chester 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 Chester, $48.33.

HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chester, $2.54.

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 Chester. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Chester's providers, 52 Mbps.

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Internet provider frequently asked questions

Chester Telephone Company is the fastest internet provider in Chester with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Chester. The next fastest internet provider in Chester is Chester Telephone Company, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 97% of the area.

Chester Telephone Company offers the cheapest internet in Chester with plans starting at $10/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Chester, $48.33.

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.

Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.

Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.

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.

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