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

Fairfield Harbour, North Carolina Broadband Internet Service

Fairfield Harbour, 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 Fairfield Harbour. 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 Fairfield Harbour 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	100.0%
2	CenturyLink	DSL, Fiber	940 Mbps	940 Mbps	66.6%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Fairfield Harbour 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 Fairfield Harbour are compared to Craven County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to North Carolina overall?
Average download speeds in Fairfield Harbour of 32.3 Mbps are faster than the Craven County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for North Carolina.

Fairfield Harbour Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Fairfield Harbour is 7.19 Mbps. This is 12.5% slower than the average in North Carolina and 38% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Fairfield Harbour is 48.5% faster than the Craven County average and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Fairfield Harbour 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

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 Fairfield Harbour 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 Fairfield Harbour, North Carolina.

Who has the fastest internet service in Fairfield Harbour?

Optimum with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Fairfield Harbour.

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

The following zip codes were used: 28560

How do the internet speeds in Fairfield Harbour compare to other cities in North Carolina?

Click through to see how the Fairfield Harbour broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Asheville, Chapel Hill, Dunn, Garner, Grifton, Kannapolis, Walnut Cove

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Fairfield Harbour - 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 Fairfield Harbour, North Carolina?

Optimum provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Fairfield Harbour.

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 Fairfield Harbour 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

Fairfield Harbour 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.