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Internet Providers in Cary, North Carolina

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Home Internet in Cary, NC
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Spectrum
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • EarthLink
    • Verizon
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Google Fiber
    • Starlink
    • Seiontec Systems
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
    Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps.
    Connection: IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
    Availability: 93%
    Cary speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet
    (866) 590-1023
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  • 2. Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 95.2%
    Cary speed tests confirm high speeds for Spectrum
    (844) 901-2981
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  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
    (844) 912-2812
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  • 4. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
    All-In Internet plans can experience faster speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 133 Mbps – 415 Mbps. 25% of our customers see speeds below and 25% see speeds above these ranges. Mobile 5G Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 67.3%
    (844) 918-3658
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  • 5. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 54.2%
    (866) 699-3450
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  • 6. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 48.3%
    (877) 560-5156
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  • 7. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
    (844) 902-3107
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  • 8. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 31.7%
    (855) 758-6392
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  • 9. Google Fiber
    Speeds Up To
    8 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 81.5%
    Cary speed tests confirm high speeds for Google Fiber
    (877) 215-9360
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  • 10. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
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  • 11. Seiontec Systems
    Speeds Up To
    200 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 36.4%
    (540) 318-3120
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Home Internet Summary in Cary, NC

In Cary, North Carolina, AT&T Internet offers top-notch service with IPBB and fiber connections. It delivers download speeds up to 5 Gbps, starting at $55 per month. Covering 93% of the town, AT&T ensures most Cary residents enjoy high-speed internet, catering to casual users and those demanding more for streaming and online gaming.

Spectrum provides a strong alternative with a cable connection and download speeds up to 1 Gbps. It covers 95.20% of Cary, making it the most widely available provider in town. Starting at $49.99 per month, Spectrum strikes a balance between cost and performance, appealing to many users. While its top speed is lower than AT&T's, its extensive coverage ensures reliable access for nearly everyone. Spectrum offers a solid option for those who prioritize widespread availability and a lower monthly cost.

Best Internet Providers in Cary, NC

Spectrum, AT&T Fiber, and Google Fiber are the best internet providers in Cary. Spectrum reigns supreme as the best option in Cary, because it offers residents cable internet with download speeds up to 1 Gbps (wireless speeds may vary). Its internet plans start at $50 per month for 12 months. Spectrum also offers TV and phone bundles with its internet service.

AT&T Fiber is another internet option that offers some of the fastest connections in Cary. It provides symmetrical download and upload speeds up to 5 Gbps, and its internet-only plans start at $60 per month.

Though it can’t match AT&T Fiber’s internet speeds, Google Fiber offers an alternative fiber connection to Cary residents. With internet plans starting at $70 per month, residents can access download speeds up to 8 Gbps.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • EarthLink
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
  • Seiontec Systems
 100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • AT&T
  • Spectrum
  • Google Fiber
 95.22%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Cary, North Carolina

Looking for internet providers near you? This map can help. Use the drop-down menu to select an internet provider in your area, then enter your address into the address bar. The map will show your neighborhood and overlay the internet provider's availability by address, so that you can see which providers are available exactly where you live. You can also use the map to find internet store locations near you — just toggle the switch to "stores" and choose a provider in your area from the drop down menu to see exactly where that ISP's local stores are.

Provider Connection Types in Cary, NC

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Cary, NC
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
 100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
 43.37%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
 96.61999999999999%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
 92.39%

Internet Providers in Cary, 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, 5G Internet
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Spectrum $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable, Fiber
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Viasat Internet $129.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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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
(866) 699-3450
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
(877) 560-5156
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
(855) 758-6392
Google Fiber $70/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 8 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
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Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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