Best Internet Providers in Hickory, NC
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Internet Providers Overview for Hickory, NC
| Total Internet Providers | 13 |
|---|---|
| Download Speeds Up To | 1 Gbps |
| Cheapest Monthly Plan | $39.95 |
| Fiber Coverage | 1% |
| Fastest Provider | Spectrum |
Top 10 Internet Service Providers in Hickory, NC
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1. Spectrum
90.4% Available
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for Hickory, NC
Estimated coverage percentage by connection type based on total population served
Spectrum Internet Availability By Type
Spectrum Deals for April 2024
| Deal | Includes | Download speeds up to | Monthly Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum Internet® | Internet | 300 Mbps | $49.99 |
| Spectrum Internet® Ultra | Internet | 500 Mbps | $69.99 |
| Spectrum Internet® Gig | Internet | 1000 Mbps | $79.99 |
| Spectrum Internet® + TV Select Signature | Internet | 300 Mbps | $114.98 |
| Spectrum Internet® + TV Select Signature + Voice | Internet | 300 Mbps | $129.97 |
Call To Order Spectrum Service
855-959-3083
2. Viasat
100% Available
Download speeds up to:
Prices Starting At
99.99/mo
150 Mbps
Satellite
Viasat Internet Availability By Type
Viasat Deals for April 2024
| Deal | Includes | Download speeds up to | Monthly Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viasat Unleashed | Internet | 150 Mbps | $99.99 |
| Viasat Unleashed | Internet | 150 Mbps | $119.99 |
Call To Order Viasat Service
844-983-3105
3. EarthLink
43.5% Available
Download speeds up to:
Prices Starting At
39.95/mo
100 Mbps
5G Internet
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for Hickory, NC
Estimated coverage percentage by connection type based on total population served
EarthLink Internet Availability By Type
EarthLink Deals for April 2024
| Deal | Includes | Download speeds up to | Monthly Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | $39.95 | ||
Call To Order EarthLink Service
855-537-1089
4. HughesNet
100% Available
Download speeds up to:
Prices Starting At
49.99/mo
25 Mbps
Satellite
HughesNet Internet Availability By Type
HughesNet Deals for April 2024
| Deal | Includes | Download speeds up to | Monthly Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Select | Internet | 50 Mbps | $49.99 |
| Elite | Internet | 100 Mbps | $64.99 |
| Fusion | Internet | 100 Mbps | $79.99 |
Call To Order HughesNet Service
855-958-4319
5. Always ON
43.5% Available
Always ON Internet Availability By Type
6. Brightspeed
11.6% Available
Download speeds up to:
Prices Starting At
49.00/mo
940 Mbps
DSL, Fiber
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for Hickory, NC
Estimated coverage percentage by connection type based on total population served
Brightspeed Internet Availability By Type
Brightspeed Deals for April 2024
| Deal | Includes | Download speeds up to | Monthly Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200 Mbps | Internet | 200 Mbps | $49.00 |
| Up to 40 Mbps | Internet | 40 Mbps | $50.00 |
| 500 Mbps | Internet | 500 Mbps | $59.00 |
| 1 Gig | Internet | 940 Mbps | $69.00 |
Call To Order Brightspeed Service
877-461-4134
7. Carolina West Wireless
85% Available
Carolina West Wireless Internet Availability By Type
Call To Order Carolina West Wireless Service
800-235-5007
8. Wilkes and RiverStreet
41.6% Available
Download speeds up to:
Prices Starting At
40.00/mo
*
25 Mbps
Fixed Wireless
*$5 recovery fee is required.
Wilkes and RiverStreet Internet Availability By Type
Wilkes and RiverStreet Deals for April 2024
| Deal | Includes | Download speeds up to | Monthly Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed Wireless Tier 1 | Internet | 25 Mbps | $40.00 * |
| *$5 recovery fee is required. | |||
| Fixed Wireless Tier 2 | Internet | 50 Mbps | $65.00 * |
| *$5 recovery fee is required. | |||
Call To Order Wilkes and RiverStreet Service
844-238-0131
9. Starlink
100% Available
Download speeds from:
Prices Starting At
120.00/mo
*
50 - 220 Mbps
Satellite
*Best for households
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for Hickory, NC
Estimated coverage percentage by connection type based on total population served
Starlink Internet Availability By Type
Starlink Deals for April 2024
| Deal | Includes | Download speeds up to | Monthly Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD | Internet | 150 Mbps | $120.00 * |
| *Best for households | |||
| MOBILE - REGIONAL | Internet | 50 Mbps | $150.00 * |
| *Unlimited Mobile Data Inland | Best for RVs, nomads, and campers. | |||
| MOBILE - GLOBAL | Internet | 50 Mbps | $200.00 * |
| *Unlimited Mobile Data Inland | Best for RVs, nomads, and campers | |||
| MOBILE PRIORITY - 50GB | Internet | 220 Mbps | $250.00 * |
| *Unlimited Mobile Global Data Inland | Best for maritime, emergency response, and mobile businesses | |||
| MOBILE PRIORITY - 5TB | Internet | 220 Mbps | $5,000.00 * |
| *Unlimited Mobile Global Data Inland | Best for maritime, emergency response, and mobile businesses | |||
10. T-Mobile Home Internet
43.5% Available
Download speeds from:
Prices Starting At
60.00/mo
*
33 - 245 Mbps
5G Internet
*With AutoPay. Customers see typical download speeds between 72 – 245 Mbps and upload speeds between 15 – 31 Mbps.
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for Hickory, NC
Estimated coverage percentage by connection type based on total population served
T-Mobile Home Internet Availability By Type
T-Mobile Home Internet Deals for April 2024
| Deal | Includes | Download speeds up to | Monthly Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Internet w/ Autopay | Internet | 245 Mbps | $60.00 * |
| *With AutoPay. Customers see typical download speeds between 72 – 245 Mbps and upload speeds between 15 – 31 Mbps. | |||
Internet Provider Store Locations in Hickory
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Claremont, Connellys Springs, Conover, Granite Falls, Hildebran, Hudson, Icard, Newton, Rhodhiss, Rutherford College
Average download speed in Hickory:
161 Mbps
Based on 3,594 speed tests
Best Internet Provider in Hickory
- Spectrum - No data caps, fast download speeds in Hickory and most Cable availability
- Viasat - Most internet coverage in Hickory
- EarthLink - 5g internet up to 100 Mbps
- HughesNet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL
- Always ON - Fixed wireless up to 150 Mbps
- Brightspeed - Most Fiber availability and most DSL availability
- Carolina West Wireless - Fixed wireless up to 25 Mbps
- Wilkes and RiverStreet - Fixed wireless up to 25 Mbps
- Starlink - Widely available
- T-Mobile Home Internet - 5g internet up to 245 Mbps
Fastest Internet Providers in Hickory
- Spectrum - Fast up to 1 Gbps (1000 Mbps)
- Brightspeed - Fast up to 940 Mbps
- T-Mobile Home Internet - Fast up to 245 Mbps
- Starlink - Fast up to 220 Mbps
- Viasat - Fast up to 150 Mbps
- Always ON - Fast up to 150 Mbps
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
An Overview of Internet Providers in Hickory By Connection
| Provider | Connection | Download speeds up to | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | IPBB | 100 Mbps | 1% |
| Spectrum | Cable | 1 Gbps | 90% |
| Wilkes and RiverStreet | Fixed Wireless | 50 Mbps | 42% |
| HughesNet | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 100% |
| Viasat | Satellite | 150 Mbps | 100% |
| Carolina West Wireless | Fixed Wireless | 25 Mbps | 85% |
| Starlink | Satellite | 220 Mbps | 100% |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 5G Internet | 245 Mbps | 44% |
| Verizon | 5G Internet | 1 Gbps | 8% |
| EarthLink | 5G Internet | 100 Mbps | 44% |
| Brightspeed | DSL | 100 Mbps | 12% |
| Always ON | Fixed Wireless | 25 Mbps | 44% |
| Provider | Connection | Download speeds up to | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 100% |
| Viasat | Satellite | 150 Mbps | 100% |
| Carolina West Wireless | Fixed Wireless | 25 Mbps | 85% |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 5G Internet | 100 Mbps | 44% |
| EarthLink | 5G Internet | 100 Mbps | 44% |
| Wilkes and RiverStreet | Fixed Wireless | 25 Mbps | 42% |
| Brightspeed | DSL | 100 Mbps | 12% |
| Spectrum | Cable | 1 Gbps | 90% |
| AT&T | IPBB | 100 Mbps | 1% |
| Verizon | 5G Internet | 50 Mbps | 8% |
Internet Availability by Connection Type in Hickory
Internet service providers in Hickory 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 - 91%
Cable - 13%
DSL - 13%
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 Hickory, NC
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