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Internet providers in Rock Hill, SC
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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 Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?Rock Hill internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Rock Hill 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 Rock Hill area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Rock Hill residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 23% of those living in Rock Hill.
There are three internet providers serving the Rock Hill area. Among Rock Hill's three internet providers, prices start at $50 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Rock Hill
The largest internet providers in Rock Hill are Comporium bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to Rock Hill.
Cable internet from Comporium is available to nearly all Rock Hill residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Comporium, which covers 98% of the area. Rock Hill’s third most-available internet provider, Comporium, offers fiber-optic to around 23% of Rock Hill residents.
Comporium 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Comporium offers broadband to all households in Rock Hill covering 100% of the area.
Comporium’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Rock Hill residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Comporium start at $54.94/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Rock Hill, $54.98.
Comporium customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 30 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.83 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Rock Hill, $1.31.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Comporium offers download speeds up to 400 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Rock Hill. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Rock Hill's providers, 488 Mbps.
Comporium 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Comporium offers broadband to nearly all households in Rock Hill covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from Comporium uses telephone lines in Rock Hill 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 Comporium start at $54.94/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Rock Hill, $54.98.
Comporium customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 30 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.83 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Rock Hill, $1.31.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Comporium offers download speeds up to 27 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1.4 Mbps in Rock Hill. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Rock Hill's providers, 488 Mbps.
Comporium 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Fiber-optic from Comporium offers broadband to some, but not many households in Rock Hill covering 23% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Comporium is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Rock Hill than other internet types.
Internet prices for Comporium start at $54.94/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Rock Hill, $54.98.
Comporium customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 30 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.83 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Rock Hill, $1.31.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Comporium offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Rock Hill. These download speeds are available to 23% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rock Hill's providers, 488 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Rock Hill, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Rock Hill, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Rock Hill and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Rock Hill at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Rock Hill at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Rock Hill 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 Rock Hill?
Comporium is the fastest internet provider in Rock Hill with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 23% of households in Rock Hill. The next fastest internet provider in Rock Hill is Comporium, offering download speeds up to 400 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Rock Hill?
Viasat offers the cheapest internet in Rock Hill with plans starting at $50/mo. This is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Rock Hill, $54.98.
Is fiber internet available in Rock Hill?
Comporium is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Rock Hill, covering 23% of the city.
What internet providers are available at my address?
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.
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.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.