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Internet Providers in Wake Forest, North Carolina

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Home Internet in Wake Forest, NC
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Spectrum
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • EarthLink
    • Verizon
    • Brightspeed
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Ting
    • Starlink
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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: 9.5%
    (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: 90.4%
    (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: 66.3%
    (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: 41.8%
    (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: 31%
    (877) 560-5156
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  • 7. Brightspeed
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 70%
    (866) 754-2114
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  • 8. 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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  • XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 9.5%
    (855) 758-6392
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  • Ting
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 34.7%
    (855) 846-4626
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  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
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Home Internet Summary in Wake Forest, NC

Spectrum holds the top spot for internet service in Wake Forest, North Carolina. Covering 90.40% of the area with cable and fiber connections, Spectrum delivers download speeds up to 1 Gbps. Their plans start at $49.99 per month, making them a strong contender for high-speed internet. This extensive coverage makes Spectrum a reliable option for families, businesses, and heavy internet users needing fast and stable connections.

Brightspeed and Verizon take the second and third positions. Brightspeed provides DSL and fiber connections, covering 67.20% of Wake Forest. Their maximum download speed reaches 940 Mbps, with plans starting at $49 per month. Brightspeed offers good value within its coverage area. Verizon, offering a 5G internet connection, covers 37.60% of Wake Forest and delivers speeds up to 50 Mbps. Plans begin at $50 per month. Though Verizon’s 5G brings new technology benefits, its limited coverage and lower speeds might not fit all users' needs. Fiber infrastructure is robust in Wake Forest, with 94% coverage, making high-speed options accessible to most residents.

Best Internet Providers in Wake Forest, NC

Look no further than Spectrum and Ting for top-notch internet in Wake Forest. Spectrum is a cable internet provider that offers download speeds up to 1 Gbps (wireless speeds may vary) and has availability in 90.4 percent of the area. Spectrum has a plan for everyone, including internet-only plans that start at $50 per month for 12 months and internet, TV, and phone service bundles that start at $30 per month.

Ting is the next-best internet option in Wake Forest. It’s a fiber internet provider, which means it offers symmetrical gigabit speeds. It doesn’t have the same coverage as Spectrum, so it may not be accessible for many residents. If you want a fiber internet plan and you live in its coverage zone, however, Ting is your best bet.

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
  • Brightspeed
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
 100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • AT&T
  • Spectrum
  • Ting
 90.35%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Wake Forest, 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 Wake Forest, NC

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Wake Forest, NC
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
 100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
 19.62%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
 93.92%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
 50.519999999999996%

Internet Providers in Wake Forest, 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
Brightspeed $29/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, Fiber
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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
Ting $39/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 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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