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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 Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?Chester internet service at a glance
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
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 98% 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 $50 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Chester
The largest internet providers in Chester are HughesNet and Viasat bringing satellite options to Chester.
Satellite internet from HughesNet is available to nearly all Chester residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from Viasat, which covers 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite 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 Oct 13, 2021.
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 $59.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Chester, $55.00.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chester, $2.89.
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, 19 Mbps.
Viasat satellite 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Chester covering 100% of the area.
Viasat 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 Viasat start at $50/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Chester, $55.00.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.17 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chester, $2.89.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 12 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, 19 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Chester?
Chester Telephone Company is the fastest internet provider in Chester with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in Chester. The next fastest internet provider in Chester is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Chester?
Viasat offers the cheapest internet in Chester with plans starting at $50/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Chester, $55.00.
What's a good internet speed for my home?
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.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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.
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