Hertford, North Carolina Broadband Internet Service

Hertford, 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 Hertford. 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 Hertford is Mediacom. A summary of all the results:

Rank Provider Tech Max Download Speed Max Upload Speed Availability
1MediacomCable1000 Mbps50 Mbps99.6%
2CenturyLinkDSL, Fiber940 Mbps940 Mbps66.9%
3ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
4HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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Hertford 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 Hertford have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

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Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Hertford compare to Perquimans County? The average speed in Hertford is 33.47 Mbps which is faster than Perquimans County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the North Carolina average of 29.11 Mbps.

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Hertford Internet Access Facts

  • The average download speed in Hertford is 73% faster than the Perquimans County average and 3.3% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • The average upload speed in Hertford is 8.28 Mbps. This is 54.2% faster than the Perquimans County average and 28.6% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • Cable internet is available to 82.8% of Perquimans County residents

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 4.1% of Perquimans County residents

  • The average internet download speed in Perquimans County is 19.35 Mbps based upon 19112 samples taken in the past year

  • The average download speed in Hertford is 15% faster than the average in North Carolina and 3.3% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

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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 Hertford 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 Mediacom as the top provider for Hertford, North Carolina.

Who has the fastest internet service in Hertford?

Mediacom with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Hertford.

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

Click through to see how the Hertford broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Goldsboro, Hendersonville, Lake Royale, Mountain View, Pleasant Garden, Whispering Pines, Wingate

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

Mediacom provides broadband internet service to 99.6% of Hertford.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 4 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Hertford, NC residents.

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 is Mbps?

Mbps is an abbreviation for Megabits Per Second and represents the rate of data transmission. A larger value for download Mbps or upload Mbps means a file will take less time to be sent than it will with an internet connection with a lower Mbps.

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 Hertford, North Carolina?

The following zip codes were used: 27944




Hertford 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.


Mediacom

  • 170+ channels
  • TiVo integrated search
  • 3 video package tiers
  • Watch live TV or recordings from your mobile device with the Xtream TV app
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DISH

  • 290+ channels
  • Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
  • 4 video package tiers
  • Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
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Hulu Live TV

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

  • 85+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
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DIRECTV stream

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

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