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

Columbus, North Carolina Broadband Internet Service

Columbus, 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 Columbus. 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 Columbus is Spectrum. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Spectrum	Cable	940 Mbps	35 Mbps	99.9%
2	Windstream	DSL	200 Mbps	100 Mbps	87.6%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Columbus NC Internet Access Options

When it comes to high speed internet availability, download speeds and overall customer satisfaction, cities with more than a single provider more often than not lead in all of these categories.
Does Columbus have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Columbus compare to Polk County? The average speed in Columbus is 30.45 Mbps which is faster than Polk County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the North Carolina average of 29.11 Mbps.

Columbus Internet Access Facts

Cable internet is available to 99.8% of the Columbus population
Fiber optic internet is available to 38.6% of Polk County residents
DSL internet is available to 88.0% of Columbus residents
There are 4 residential internet providers in Columbus, NC providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Columbus is 4.6% faster than the average in North Carolina and 6% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 71.9% of the Polk County population

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 Columbus 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 Spectrum as the top provider for Columbus, North Carolina.

Who has the fastest internet service in Columbus?

Spectrum with a download speed of 940 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Columbus.

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

The following zip codes were used: 28722 and 28756

What internet download speed do I need?

Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Columbus 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 Columbus compare to other cities in North Carolina?

Click through to see how the Columbus broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Cornelius, Fuquay Varina, Lowell, Spindale, Spring Lake, Troutman, Unionville

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Most likely there is not. Our latest information shows there are no fiber internet providers offering coverage to more than 15% of the Columbus, North Carolina population.

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 Columbus, North Carolina?

Spectrum provides broadband internet service to 99.9% of Columbus.

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.

Columbus 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.