Who is our top ranked provider in Banner Elk NC? [Updated]

Best Banner Elk Internet Service Providers

Banner Elk, 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 Banner Elk. 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 Banner Elk is Skyline Telephone Membership. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Skyline Telephone Membership	Fiber	1000 Mbps	500 Mbps	100.0%
2	Spectrum	Cable	940 Mbps	35 Mbps	100.0%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Banner Elk NC Internet Access Options

More internet service competition in a city encourages providers to continue to build out and improve their network in addition to keeping prices fair.
The following represents the percentage of population in Banner Elk which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:

Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Banner Elk compare to Avery County? The average speed in Banner Elk is 39.92 Mbps which is faster than Avery County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the North Carolina average of 29.11 Mbps.

Banner Elk Internet Access Facts

There are 4 residential internet providers in Banner Elk, NC providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Banner Elk is 37.1% faster than the average in North Carolina and 23.2% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 0.0% of the Avery County population
The average internet download speed in Banner Elk is 39.92 Mbps based upon 21256 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 100.0% of the Banner Elk population
Fiber optic internet is available to 100.0% of Banner Elk residents

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 Banner Elk 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 Skyline Telephone Membership as the top provider for Banner Elk, North Carolina.

How do the internet speeds in Banner Elk compare to other cities in North Carolina?

Click through to see how the Banner Elk broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Bayboro, Cherokee, Clayton, Franklin, Hays, Pine Level, Wanchese

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 Banner Elk, North Carolina?

The following zip codes were used: 28604

Who has the fastest internet service in Banner Elk?

Skyline Telephone Membership with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Banner Elk.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Unlikely. Our records indicate there are no DSL providers that offer coverage to more than 15% of residents in Banner Elk, North Carolina.

What is an internet data cap?

Some internet providers on their lowest end plans limit the amount of data that can be downloaded in a month. Like cellular phone plans, when that usage limit is hit, an additional charge is added to the customer's bill. Data caps are typically 1TB or more. In a month you could send 40,000 emails, streaming music 24 hours a data, surf the web 24 hours a day plus stream HD video 12 hours a day and still not hit a 1TB limit. Fewer than 10% of customers hit their data caps in a month.

What is fixed wireless internet service?

Fixed wireless internet is typical used in rural areas where there are no buried telephone or cable lines. An antenna is attached to the home or business which transmits and receives data from access point towers. Download speeds are typically much better than with satellite.

Banner Elk 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.