Internet Providers in Wilmington, North Carolina
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Home Internet in Wilmington, NC
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1. AT&T 
Speeds Up To5 Gbps
Connection: IPBB, FiberAvailability: 70.2%Wilmington speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet -
2. Spectrum 
Speeds Up To1 Gbps*
Connection: Cable, FiberAvailability: 91.1%Wilmington speed tests confirm high speeds for Spectrum -
3. Viasat 
Speeds Up To150 Mbps*
Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 100% -
4. T-Mobile 
Download Speeds:72 - 245 Mbps*
Connection: 5G InternetAvailability: 69.5% -
5. EarthLink 
Speeds Up To100 Mbps*
Connection: 5G InternetAvailability: 63.1% -
6. Hughesnet 
Speeds Up To100 Mbps*
Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 100% -
7. XNET WiFi 
Download Speeds:25 - 150 Mbps*
Connection: Fixed WirelessAvailability: 69.5% -
8. UScellular 
Speeds Up To25 Mbps*
Connection: Fixed WirelessAvailability: 81.1% -
9. Starlink 
Download Speeds:50 - 220 Mbps*
Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 100% -
10. Verizon 
Speeds Up To50 Mbps*
Connection: 5G InternetAvailability: 36.4%
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Best Internet Providers in Wilmington, NC
The best internet providers in Wilmington are Spectrum Internet and AT&T Fiber. Of the two, Spectrum Internet takes the lead because of their availability and download speeds that reach up to 1 Gbps (wireless speeds may vary). Customers can also bundle their Spectrum Internet service with Spectrum TV, Spectrum Voice or Spectrum Mobile for discounted rates. Spectrum internet-only plans start as low as $50 per month (for the first 12 months), making it an affordable choice among Wilmington residents.
Alternatively, AT&T Fiber is a fiber internet provider in the area with symmetrical speeds that go up to 5 Gbps. If you’re looking for fast speeds, AT&T Fiber plans are your best bet. Like Spectrum Internet, AT&T Fiber offers bundles with their TV and wireless services so customers can take advantage of additional savings. AT&T Fiber plans start at $55 per month, and customers report satisfaction with their pricing and speeds. As a result, AT&T ranked highest in the North Central and West regions for customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Residential Internet Service Provider Satisfaction Study.
What’s a Good Internet Speed?
| Internet Speed | Appropriate For | Providers in your Area offering this Speed | Availability in your Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Mbps |
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81.08999999999999% |
| 100 Mbps |
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100% |
| 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) |
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91.13% |
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Internet Availability in Wilmington, NC
From the Riverwalk downtown beside Cape Fear to the sandy beaches of the Atlantic Ocean, Wilmington residents need reliable internet. Residents of the East Coast hideaway can choose from 10 providers in the area, with AT&T Fiber and Spectrum taking the lead in availability.
If you’re renting an apartment above one of the small businesses on Front Street or you live in a cozy bungalow within walking distance of the beach, AT&T Fiber provides a reliable connection to 41.1% of the city. Downtown Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach feature wide availability for AT&T Fiber, but areas around Barclay Hills, Fairlawn, and College Hills lack fiber connections.
East of Hightsville and Sedgefield is severely lacking in AT&T Fiber coverage, but Spectrum steps in to offer its services. For an internet connection with widespread availability, Spectrum can’t be beat in Wilmington. It covers 91.1% of the area, so you’ll be hard-pressed to find a residence off sprawling Market Street that can’t access Spectrum’s internet. The only area that may pose some limited availability is Seahawk Landing, which is right next door to the University of North Carolina-Wilmington.
Internet Provider Store Locations in Wilmington, NC
Provider Connection Types in Wilmington, NC
| Connection Type | About this Connection Type | Availability in Wilmington, NC |
|---|---|---|
| Satellite |
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100% |
| DSL |
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29.5% |
| Cable |
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92.66% |
| Fiber |
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34.04% |
List of Internet Providers in Wilmington, NC
| Provider | Type | Top Speed | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | IPBB, Fiber | 5 Gbps | |
| Spectrum | Cable, Fiber | 1 Gbps | |
| Viasat | Satellite | 150 Mbps | |
| T-Mobile | 5G Internet | 245 Mbps | |
| EarthLink | 5G Internet | 100 Mbps | |
| Hughesnet | Satellite | 100 Mbps | |
| XNET WiFi | Fixed Wireless | 100 Mbps | |
| UScellular | Fixed Wireless | 25 Mbps | |
| Starlink | Satellite | 220 Mbps | |
| Verizon | 5G Internet | 50 Mbps |
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Internet Providers in Wilmington, NC
| Provider | Plans Starting At | Speeds Up To | Connections | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T Internet | $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 5 Gbps Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps. | IPBB, Fiber | |
| Spectrum | $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Cable, Fiber | |
| Viasat Internet | $129.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Satellite | |
| T-Mobile 5G Home Internet | $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 245 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | 5G Internet | |
| EarthLink 5G Home Internet | $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | 5G Internet | |
| Hughesnet | $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Satellite | |
| XNET WiFi | $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Fixed Wireless | |
| UScellular | $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Fixed Wireless | |
| Starlink | $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Satellite | |
| Verizon | $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 50 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | 5G Internet |
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