Brices Creek, NC High Speed Internet Service
Brices Creek, 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 Brices Creek. 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 Brices Creek is Optimum. A summary of all the results:
Rank | Provider | Tech | Max Download Speed | Max Upload Speed | Availability |
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1 | Optimum | Cable | 1000 Mbps | 50 Mbps | 99.8% |
2 | CenturyLink | DSL, Fiber | 940 Mbps | 940 Mbps | 69.8% |
3 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
4 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Brices Creek 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
How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Brices Creek compare to Craven County? The average speed in Brices Creek is 32.3 Mbps which is faster than Craven County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the North Carolina average of 29.11 Mbps.
Brices Creek Internet Access Facts
The average upload speed in Brices Creek is 7.19 Mbps. This is 49.5% faster than the Craven County average and 38% 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
The average download speed in Brices Creek is 11% faster than the average in North Carolina and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average internet download speed in Brices Creek is 32.3 Mbps based upon 17624 measurements taken in the last 12 months
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 Brices Creek 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 Brices Creek, North Carolina.
Who has the fastest internet service in Brices Creek?
Optimum with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Brices Creek.
What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Brices Creek, North Carolina?
The following zip codes were used: 28562 and 28573
How do the internet speeds in Brices Creek compare to other cities in North Carolina?
Click through to see how the Brices Creek broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Landis, Lowell, Mcleansville, Navassa, Rockwell, Salem, Wendell
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 Brices Creek, North Carolina?
Optimum provides broadband internet service to 99.8% of Brices Creek.
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 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 internet download speed do I need?
Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Brices Creek internet service.
Speed | Devices | Typical Usage |
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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 |
Is there DSL internet service near me?
Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Brices Creek - CenturyLink.
Brices Creek 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.

Optimum
- 410+ channels
- Voice activated remote control
- Customize your plan
- Optimum entertainment experience available on the new Apple TV in 4K

DISH
- 290+ channels
- Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
- 4 video package tiers
- Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR

Hulu Live TV
- 75+ channels
- Access to premium Hulu originals
- Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
- 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices

YouTube TV
- 85+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons

DIRECTV stream
- 140+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network and sports coverage
- Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app

fuboTV
- 180+ channels
- 1000 hours of cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages