Who is our top ranked provider in Rocky Mount NC? [Updated]

Rocky Mount, North Carolina Broadband Internet Service

Rocky Mount, 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 Rocky Mount. 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 Rocky Mount 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	96.1%
2	CenturyLink	DSL, Fiber	940 Mbps	940 Mbps	60.4%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Rocky Mount 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 Rocky Mount are compared to Edgecombe County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to North Carolina overall?
Average download speeds in Rocky Mount of 17.8 Mbps are faster than the Edgecombe County average download speeds and slower than the statewide average for North Carolina.

Rocky Mount Internet Access Facts

DSL internet is available to 52.5% of the Edgecombe County population
The average internet download speed in Rocky Mount is 17.8 Mbps based upon 107824 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 99.9% of the Rocky Mount population
Fiber optic internet is available to 5.5% of Rocky Mount residents
There are 4 residential internet providers in Rocky Mount, NC providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Rocky Mount is 12.4% faster than the Edgecombe County average and 45.1% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

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 Rocky Mount 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 Rocky Mount, North Carolina.

Who has the fastest internet service in Rocky Mount?

Optimum with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Rocky Mount.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Rocky Mount, North Carolina?

The following zip codes were used: 27801, 27802, 27803, 27804, 27809 and 27815

What is fiber internet service?

Fiber internet service transmits data by sending pulses of light over thin glass fiber optic cable. In most cases fiber internet service download speeds will be faster than cable or DSL, however, fiber service is limited with less than half of Americans living in an area with fiber coverage.

What internet download speed do I need?

Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Rocky Mount internet service.

Speed	Devices	Typical Usage
25+ Mbps	1-2 devices	Web browsing Music streaming HD video streaming
100+ Mbps	3-5 devices	Video conferencing 4K video streaming Online gaming
1000+ Mbps	6+ devices	Multiple video or 4K streams Zero latency gaming

How do the internet speeds in Rocky Mount compare to other cities in North Carolina?

Click through to see how the Rocky Mount broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Boiling Spring Lakes, Glen Alpine, Hemby Bridge, Icard, Mamers, Unionville, Wentworth

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Rocky Mount - CenturyLink.

What is DSL internet service?

DSL provides internet service via phone lines but at speeds typically 100x or more than old fashioned dial-up service over those same phone lines. Download speeds are typically slower than cable, but DSL is more likely to be available in a remote location than cable.

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Rocky Mount, North Carolina?

Optimum provides broadband internet service to 96.1% of Rocky Mount.

Rocky Mount 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.