Best Kitty Hawk Internet Service Providers

Kitty Hawk, 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 Kitty Hawk. 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 Kitty Hawk is Spectrum. A summary of all the results:

Rank Provider Tech Max Download Speed Max Upload Speed Availability
1SpectrumCable940 Mbps35 Mbps100.0%
2CenturyLinkDSL60 Mbps40 Mbps89.0%
3ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
4HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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Kitty Hawk 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 Kitty Hawk 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

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Kitty Hawk are compared to Dare County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to North Carolina overall?
Average download speeds in Kitty Hawk of 24.59 Mbps are slower than the Dare County average download speeds and slower than the statewide average for North Carolina.

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Kitty Hawk Internet Access Facts

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 0.0% of Kitty Hawk residents

  • The average internet download speed in Dare County is 25.24 Mbps based upon 158632 samples taken in the past year

  • The average upload speed in Kitty Hawk is 3.02 Mbps. This is 63.3% slower than the average in North Carolina and 74% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • The average download speed in Kitty Hawk is 2.6% slower than the Dare County average and 24.1% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • The average upload speed in Kitty Hawk is 3.02 Mbps. This is 37.5% slower than the Dare County average and 74% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • Cable internet is available to 98.9% of Dare County residents

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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 Kitty Hawk 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 Kitty Hawk, North Carolina.

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

Click through to see how the Kitty Hawk broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Bermuda Run, Landis, Laurel Park, Mount Holly, Sawmills, Seven Lakes, Williamston

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 Kitty Hawk, North Carolina?

The following zip codes were used: 27949

Who has the fastest internet service in Kitty Hawk?

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

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Kitty Hawk - CenturyLink.




Kitty Hawk 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.


Spectrum

  • 125+ channels
  • Flexible packages
  • 85,000 OnDemand titles
  • All plans feature sports, breaking news, movies plus Spectrum Originals
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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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