Who is our top ranked provider in New Bern NC? [Updated]

New Bern, North Carolina Broadband Internet Service

New Bern, NC has a total of 4 options for high speed internet providers that meet the minimum broadband download speed of 25 Mbps. It can be understandably confusing when trying to determine which of these broadband providers to choose. Hopefully we can eliminate some of the guesswork for you by applying our ranking algorithm to those 4 internet service options in New Bern. The calculation we perform considers the download connection speed, upload connection speed, population covered and overall value provided by each company. Based upon that calculation, our top choice for New Bern is Optimum. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Optimum	Cable	1000 Mbps	50 Mbps	95.4%
2	CenturyLink	DSL, Fiber	940 Mbps	940 Mbps	64.1%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

New Bern NC Internet Access Options

Studies have shown that the competition from having two or more broadband internet providers in a community leads to lower prices and better overall service.
The chart below graphs the segment of the population which has a choice of internet providers at four different ranges of download speeds.

Broadband Internet Speeds

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in New Bern are compared to Craven County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to North Carolina overall?
Average download speeds in New Bern of 24.11 Mbps are faster than the Craven County average download speeds and slower than the statewide average for North Carolina.

New Bern Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in New Bern is 3.7 Mbps. This is 55% slower than the average in North Carolina and 68.1% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in New Bern is 10.9% faster than the Craven County average and 25.6% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in New Bern is 3.7 Mbps. This is 23.1% slower than the Craven County average and 68.1% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 93.5% of Craven County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 10.1% of Craven County residents
The average internet download speed in Craven County is 21.75 Mbps based upon 204672 samples taken in the past year

Internet Access Technologies

DSL, Cable, Fiber and Fixed Wireless are four common types of technology used to provide internet access. The following chart shows the percentage of New Bern residents who have access to each of these technology types.

Internet Service FAQs

Who has the best internet service near me?

Our proprietary algorithm that takes into consideration download speed, upload speed, availability and overall value ranks Optimum as the top provider for New Bern, North Carolina.

How do the internet speeds in New Bern compare to other cities in North Carolina?

Click through to see how the New Bern broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Fairplains, Granite Falls, Pineville, Pittsboro, Polkton, Spring Hope, Stallings

What is cable internet service?

Cable internet service streams data through the same coaxial cables used for cable television. In nearly all instances cable internet will be faster than DSL. Cable internet is available to nearly 90% of Americans but does not have as much coverage in remote areas as DSL.

What is Mbps?

Mbps is an abbreviation for Megabits Per Second and represents the rate of data transmission. A larger value for download Mbps or upload Mbps means a file will take less time to be sent than it will with an internet connection with a lower Mbps.

What download speed do I need to stream movies?

For HD movies and shows Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu all recommend a minimum of 5 Mbps. Streaming 4K/UHD content requires a minimum of 25 Mbps for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for New Bern, North Carolina?

The following zip codes were used: 28560, 28561, 28562, 28563 and 28564

Who has the fastest internet service in New Bern?

Optimum with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in New Bern.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in New Bern - CenturyLink.

New Bern Cable TV, Satellite TV and Streaming Services

Our ranking of internet service plans can make choosing a new provider fairly easy. Selecting a TV provider is more difficult as additional variables are involved. If you are a heavy TV viewer and/or watch in multiple rooms at the same time, a traditional cable TV package or satellite TV provider may be the best option for you. However, if you live in a rental property or a heavily wooded area, satellite TV may not be a viable option. Streaming TV packages can be a good option for many, especially if your internet plan does not have a data limit. Read through the pros and cons of the various TV packages available to you and chose the best match to your viewing needs.