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Best Internet Providers in Charlotte, NC

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Top 9 Internet Service Providers in Charlotte, NC

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1. AT&T

83.4% Available
Download speeds up to:
5 Gbps IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 55.00/mo *
83.4% Available

2. Spectrum

94.6% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps Cable, Fiber
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
94.6% Available

3. Windstream

14.5% Available
Download speeds up to:
2 Gbps DSL, Fiber
Prices Starting At 24.99/mo
14.5% Available

4. Viasat

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
150 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 129.99/mo
100% Available

5. EarthLink

72.1% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 39.95/mo
72.1% Available

6. HughesNet

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 49.99/mo
100% Available

7. Google Fiber

13.9% Available
Download speeds up to:
8 Gbps Fiber
Prices Starting At 70.00/mo
13.9% Available

8. Starlink

100% Available
Download speeds from:
50 - 220 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 120.00/mo
100% Available

9. Verizon

29.5% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo
29.5% Available

Internet Service Providers in Charlotte, North Carolina

If you’re in Charlotte and want the best internet, fiber is your top option. AT&T Fiber covers a large part of the city, reaching 67.3 percent of Charlotte in neighborhoods like Uptown and South End. With speeds up to 5 Gbps and plans starting at $55 per month, it’s a strong choice. Google Fiber is also available in some areas, offering speeds up to 8 Gbps and plans that start at $70 per month.

For cable internet, Spectrum is a great choice. It covers 94.6 percent of Charlotte, delivering speeds up to 1 Gbps for $49.99 per month. Spectrum is a solid option for most homes.

If you’re looking into wireless options, EarthLink offers 5G home internet in 72.1 percent of the city. It’s perfect if you prefer a wireless setup, with plans starting at $39.95 per month and speeds up to 100 Mbps.

For DSL, AT&T Internet covers 83.4 percent of Charlotte with speeds up to 100 Mbps. It’s a reliable option for areas where fiber or cable might not be available, with plans starting at $60 per month.

An Overview of Internet Providers in Charlotte By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
AT&T Fiber 5 Gbps 67%
AT&T IPBB 100 Mbps 83%
Spectrum Cable 1 Gbps 95%
Google Fiber Fiber 8 Gbps 14%
Windstream Fiber 2 Gbps 1%
Windstream DSL 300 Mbps 14%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Spectrum Fiber 1 Gbps 2%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
Verizon 5G Internet 1 Gbps 29%
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps 72%
Ripple Fiber Fiber 1 Gbps 1%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
AT&T Fiber 5 Gbps 67%
AT&T IPBB 100 Mbps 83%
Windstream DSL 300 Mbps 14%
Spectrum Cable 1 Gbps 95%
Verizon 5G Internet 1 Gbps 29%
Spectrum Fiber 1 Gbps 2%
Windstream Fiber 2 Gbps 1%
Town of Pineville Fiber 1 Gbps 1%
AT&T 5G Internet 100 Mbps 1%
Ripple Fiber Fiber 1 Gbps 1%
Google Fiber Fiber 8 Gbps 14%

Fastest Charlotte Internet Providers

Connection Type

Internet Providers

Download Speeds Up To

Upload Speeds Up To

Availability

Fiber
(Covering 74% of Charlotte)

Google Fiber

8 Gbps

8 Gbps

13.9%

AT&T Fiber

5 Gbps

5 Gbps

67.3%

Cable
(Covering 95.1% of Charlotte)

Spectrum

1 Gbps

35 Mbps

94.6%

DSL
(Covering 53% of Charlotte)

Kinetic by Windstream

300 Mbps

83 Mbps

14.4%

AT&T Internet

100 Mbps

20 Mbps

83.4%

Fixed Wireless
(Covering 81.8% of Charlotte)

Verizon 5G Home Internet

1 Gbps

75 Mbps

29.5%

AT&T Internet Air

100 Mbps

20 Mbps

0.6%

Satellite
(Covering 100% of Charlotte)

Starlink

220 Mbps

25 Mbps

100%

Viasat Internet

150 Mbps

3 Mbps

100%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Charlotte

Average download speed in Charlotte:

166 Mbps

Based on 184,527 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Charlotte

  1. AT&T - Most Fiber availability and most DSL availability
  2. Spectrum - No data caps and most Cable availability
  3. Windstream - Fiber or DSL up to 2000 Mbps
  4. Viasat - Most internet coverage in Charlotte
  5. EarthLink - 5g internet up to 100 Mbps
  6. HughesNet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL
  7. Google Fiber - Fast download speeds in Charlotte
  8. Starlink - Widely available
  9. Verizon - 5g internet up to 1000 Mbps

Fastest Internet Providers in Charlotte

How Much Speed Do I Need?

25+ Mbps

  • Web Surfing & Email
  • HD Streaming
  • Supports 1-2 Devices
  • Ideal for 1-2 people

100+ Mbps

  • Ultra HD (4K) Streaming
  • Low Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports 3-5 Devices
  • Ideal for 2-6 people

1 Gig

  • Multi 4K HD Streaming
  • No Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports more than 5 Devices
  • Ideal for 6+ people

Internet Availability by Connection Type in Charlotte

Internet service providers in Charlotte use different methods for connecting their customers to the web. Connection types matter, so choose wisely. Fiber is generally the fastest and most reliable option, followed by cable, DSL and 5G home internet.

Fiber - 96%
Cable - 53%
DSL - 53%

What is Mbps?

Mbps is the abbreviation for megabits per second, and it also appears written as Mbits/sec. Internet providers use megabits per second to measure speeds. Broadband speeds are 25 Mbps or faster. Learn more about Mbps.

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Free Wireless Internet Access in Charlotte, NC

Hotspot
5800 Executive Ctr Dr
Charlotte, NC 28212
Hotspot
201 Mccullough Dr
Charlotte, NC 28262
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5500 Executive Dr
Charlotte, NC 28212
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1201 Elizabeth Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28204
Hotspot
4100 Meadow Oak Rd
Charlotte, NC 28208
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200 E Woodlawn Rd
Charlotte, NC 28217
Hotspot
600 E Fourth St
Charlotte, NC 28202
Hotspot
5501 Executive Center Dr
Charlotte, NC 28204
Hotspot
601 E Trade St
Charlotte, NC 28202
Hotspot
125 N Myers St
Charlotte, NC 28282

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