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Best Internet Providers in Albemarle, NC

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Top 7 Internet Service Providers in Albemarle, NC

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1. Spectrum

80.8% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps Cable
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
80.8% Available

2. Windstream

76.7% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps DSL, Fiber
Prices Starting At 24.99/mo
76.7% Available

3. Viasat

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

4. EarthLink

44.6% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 39.95/mo
44.6% Available

5. HughesNet

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

6. Starlink

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

7. Always ON

44.6% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 150 Mbps Fixed Wireless
44.6% Available

Best Internet Providers in Albemarle

When you're looking for the best internet in Albemarle, NC, start with fiber internet. It's fast and reliable. Kinetic by Windstream offers fiber service here. You can get speeds up to 1 Gbps. Prices start at just $24.99 per month. If you use the internet for streaming or have many devices, fiber might be the best choice.

If fiber isn't available in your area, consider cable internet. Spectrum provides cable internet in Albemarle. Their coverage reaches 80.8% of the area. With speeds up to 1 Gbps and prices starting at $50 per month, it's a strong option for most homes.

You might also want to look at wireless options. EarthLink offers 5G home internet with 44.6% coverage. You can get speeds up to 100 Mbps. It starts at $39.95 per month, which is a good alternative if you prefer wireless.

Lastly, there's DSL from Kinetic by Windstream. They cover 76.7% of Albemarle. With max speeds of 50 Mbps and prices starting at $40 per month, DSL can be a solid choice, especially if other options are not available where you live.

Internet Provider Store Locations in Albemarle

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Average download speed in Albemarle:

51 Mbps

Based on 930 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Albemarle

  1. Spectrum - No data caps, fast download speeds in Albemarle and most Cable availability
  2. Windstream - Fast speeds, most Fiber availability and most DSL availability
  3. Viasat - Most internet coverage in Albemarle
  4. EarthLink - 5g internet up to 100 Mbps
  5. HughesNet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL
  6. Starlink - Widely available
  7. Always ON - Fixed wireless up to 150 Mbps

Fastest Internet Providers in Albemarle

  • Spectrum - Fast up to 1 Gbps (1000 Mbps)
  • Windstream - Fast up to 1 Gbps
  • 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 Albemarle By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
Spectrum Cable 1 Gbps 81%
Windstream Fiber 2 Gbps 55%
Windstream DSL 100 Mbps 77%
Wilkes and RiverStreet Fixed Wireless 50 Mbps 6%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps 4%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
Verizon 5G Internet 300 Mbps 2%
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps 45%
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 45%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
Windstream DSL 50 Mbps 77%
Windstream Fiber 1 Gbps 55%
Spectrum Cable 1 Gbps 81%
Wilkes and RiverStreet Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 6%
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps 2%
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps 4%

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Internet Availability by Connection Type in Albemarle

Internet service providers in Albemarle 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 - 83%
Cable - 76%
DSL - 76%

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 Albemarle, NC

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702 Henson St
Albemarle, NC 28001
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1000 N 1st St
Albemarle, NC 28001
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201 S 2nd St
Albemarle, NC 28001
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615 Concord Rd
Albemarle, NC 28001
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716 W Main St
Albemarle, NC 28001
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611 Concord Rd
Albemarle, NC 28001
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406 Commerce St
Albemarle, NC 28001
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206 Charter St
Albemarle, NC 28001
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927 Concord Rd
Albemarle, NC 28001
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903 Coble Ave
Albemarle, NC 28001

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