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Best Internet Providers in Sanford, NC

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Top 9 Internet Service Providers in Sanford, NC

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1. Spectrum

75.8% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps Cable, Fiber
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
75.8% Available

2. Windstream

87.7% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps DSL, Fiber
Prices Starting At 24.99/mo
87.7% Available

3. Viasat

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
150 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 149.99/mo
100% Available

4. EarthLink

35.4% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 39.95/mo
35.4% Available

5. HughesNet

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

6. UScellular

45.4% Available
Download speeds up to:
25 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
*$60 without Auto Pay And Paperless Billing Discount
45.4% Available

7. Starlink

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

8. Verizon

13.1% Available
Download speeds up to:
50 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo
13.1% Available

9. Always ON

35.4% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 150 Mbps Fixed Wireless
35.4% Available

Best Internet Providers in Sanford

When shopping for the best internet in Sanford, NC, smart choices can vastly improve your online experience. Our top recommendation is to consider fiber internet, known for its superior speed and reliability. In Sanford, Kinetic by Windstream offers fiber service with a respectable coverage of 10.9% and offers speeds up to 1 Gbps at an attractive starting price of $24.99 per month. Another option to consider is Ting, which provides fiber with even faster speeds up to 2 Gbps, though its coverage is limited to 5.1% of the area.

After fiber, cable internet is the next best alternative for those looking for robust options. Spectrum stands out in Sanford with excellent coverage of 75.8%, delivering speeds up to 1 Gbps for $50 per month.

For those exploring wireless internet options, 5G home internet can offer decent flexibility. EarthLink 5G Home Internet covers 35.4% of Sanford with speeds hitting 100 Mbps and a monthly fee of $39.95. Verizon also offers 5G services, though with a smaller coverage footprint of 13.1%, maxing out at 50 Mbps for $50 monthly.

Finally, if you need a back-up plan or lack of other connections, DSL is an option to consider. Kinetic by Windstream again comes to the rescue, covering a significant 87.6% of Sanford with speeds of up to 50 Mbps starting from $40 per month.

Internet Provider Store Locations in Sanford

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Average download speed in Sanford:

122 Mbps

Based on 11,752 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Sanford

  1. Spectrum - No data caps, fast download speeds in Sanford, most Fiber availability and most Cable availability
  2. Windstream - Fast speeds and most DSL availability
  3. Viasat - Most internet coverage in Sanford
  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. UScellular - Fixed wireless up to 25 Mbps
  7. Starlink - Widely available
  8. Verizon - 5g internet up to 50 Mbps
  9. Always ON - Fixed wireless up to 150 Mbps

Fastest Internet Providers in Sanford

  • 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 Sanford By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
Spectrum Cable 1 Gbps 76%
Randolph Telephone Membership Corporation Fiber 1 Gbps 3%
Windstream Fiber 2 Gbps 11%
Windstream DSL 100 Mbps 88%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps 3%
UScellular Fixed Wireless 195 Mbps 45%
Ting Fiber 2 Gbps 5%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
Verizon 5G Internet 300 Mbps 13%
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps 35%
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 35%
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 88%
Spectrum Cable 1 Gbps 76%
Windstream Fiber 1 Gbps 11%
UScellular Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 45%
Ting Fiber 2 Gbps 5%
Randolph Telephone Membership Corporation Fiber 1 Gbps 3%
Spectrum Fiber 1 Gbps 1%
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps 13%
Brightspeed DSL 80 Mbps 1%
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps 3%

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Internet Availability by Connection Type in Sanford

Internet service providers in Sanford 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 - 76%
Cable - 89%
DSL - 89%

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 Sanford, NC

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1105 Kelly Drive
Sanford, NC 27330
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1416 S Horner Blvd
Sanford, NC 27330
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331 Wilson Rd
Sanford, NC 27332
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2210 Carthage Rd
Sanford, NC 27330
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1615 S Third Street
Sanford, NC 27330
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1530 S 7th St
Sanford, NC 27330
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288 Alston House Rd
Sanford, NC 27330
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126 Carbonton Rd
Sanford, NC 27330
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1909 Lee Ave
Sanford, NC 27330
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503 Carthage St
Sanford, NC 27330

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