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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.
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Broadband availability
13047
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 99.62%
3 providers - 1.98%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Five Forks 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 Five Forks area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Five Forks residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 50% of those living in Five Forks.
There are five internet providers serving the Five Forks area, and 99.62% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Five Forks's five internet providers, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Five Forks
The largest internet providers in Five Forks are AT&T and Spectrum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Five Forks.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Five Forks residents, covering 92% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 50% of the area. Five Forks’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of Five Forks residents.
AT&T DSL 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.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Five Forks covering 92% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Five Forks 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 $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Five Forks, $42.59.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Five Forks, $0.80.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Five Forks. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Five Forks's providers, 284 Mbps.
AT&T fiber-optic 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.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to about half of households in Five Forks covering 50% 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 Five Forks than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $40/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Five Forks, $42.59.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Five Forks, $0.80.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Five Forks. These download speeds are available to 50% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Five Forks's providers, 284 Mbps.
Spectrum cable 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.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Five Forks covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Five Forks residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Five Forks, $42.59.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Five Forks, $0.80.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Five Forks. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Five Forks's providers, 284 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Five Forks, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Five Forks, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Five Forks and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Five Forks at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Five Forks at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Five Forks residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Five Forks?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Five Forks with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 50% of households in Five Forks. The next fastest internet provider in Five Forks is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Five Forks?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in Five Forks with plans starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Five Forks, $42.59.
Is fiber internet available in Five Forks?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Five Forks, covering 50% of the city.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
How do I get faster internet?
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.
What internet speeds do I get?
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
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