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Find internet providers serving the 29488 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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| Frontier | $54.99 | - | DSL | 39% |
| Xfinity | $30.00 | 50 - 75 Mbps | Cable | 79% |
Palmetto Rural Telephone Cooperative  | $59.95 | 25 - 500 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 66% |
| Palmetto Rural Telephone Cooperative | $59.95 | 25 - 46 Mbps | DSL | 38% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $64.99 | 12 - 25 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 Aug 11, 2022.
Need help?At 100%, broadband coverage in the 29488 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 29488 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 79% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 66% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 51% of those living in the 29488 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 29488 area, and 79.08% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 29488, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 500 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Xfinity | 141 Mbps | 22 Mbps | Cable |
| HughesNet | 8 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Satellite |
| Viasat | 4 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Satellite |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Walterboro.
The largest internet providers serving the 29488 ZIP code are Frontier, Xfinity, and Palmetto Rural Telephone Cooperative bringing DSL, cable, and fiber-optic options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to many in the 29488 ZIP code, covering 39% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 79% of the area. Walterboro’s third most-available internet provider, Palmetto Rural Telephone Cooperative, offers fiber-optic to around 66% of residents in the 29488 ZIP code.
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*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 Aug 11, 2022.
**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
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 29488 ZIP code, covering 39% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier 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 Frontier start at $54.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Walterboro, $54.98.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 24 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in 29488 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 39% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Walterboro's providers, 168 Mbps.
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*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 Aug 11, 2022.
**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
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to most households in the 29488 ZIP code, covering 79% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 29488 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Walterboro, $54.98.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Walterboro, $1.62.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 29488 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 79% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Walterboro's providers, 168 Mbps.
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*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 Aug 11, 2022.
**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
Fiber-optic from Palmetto Rural Telephone Cooperative offers broadband to most households in the 29488 ZIP code, covering 66% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Palmetto Rural Telephone Cooperative is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 29488 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Palmetto Rural Telephone Cooperative start at $59.95/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Walterboro, $54.98.
Palmetto Rural Telephone Cooperative 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 Walterboro, $1.62.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Palmetto Rural Telephone Cooperative offers download speeds up to 500 Mbps and upload speeds up to 250 Mbps in 29488 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 66% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Walterboro's providers, 168 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 29488 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 29488 and the greater Walterboro area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Walterboro at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Walterboro at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 29488 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Palmetto Rural Telephone Cooperative is the fastest internet provider in the 29488 ZIP code with download speeds up to 500 Mbps. These speeds are available to 66% of households in 29488. The next fastest internet provider in the 29488 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 75 Mbps to 79% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 29488 ZIP with service starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Walterboro, $54.98.
Palmetto Rural Telephone Cooperative is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 29488 ZIP code, covering 66% of the city.
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.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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.
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