Pinetops, North Carolina Broadband Internet Service

Pinetops, NC has a total of 5 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 5 internet service options in Pinetops. 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 Pinetops is Locality Networks. A summary of all the results:

Rank Provider Tech Max Download Speed Max Upload Speed Availability
1Locality NetworksFiber1000 Mbps1000 Mbps84.0%
2OptimumCable1000 Mbps50 Mbps74.9%
3CenturyLinkDSL80 Mbps10 Mbps99.0%
4ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
5HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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Pinetops 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.

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Broadband Internet Speeds

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Pinetops are compared to Edgecombe County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to North Carolina overall?
Average download speeds in Pinetops of 6.69 Mbps are slower than the Edgecombe County average download speeds and slower than the statewide average for North Carolina.

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Pinetops Internet Access Facts

  • Cable internet is available to 73.9% of the Pinetops population

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 7.4% of Edgecombe County residents

  • DSL internet is available to 93.8% of Pinetops residents

  • There are 5 residential internet providers in Pinetops, NC providing service to at least 15% of the city

  • The average download speed in Pinetops is 77% slower than the average in North Carolina and 79.4% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • DSL internet is available to 52.5% of the Edgecombe County population

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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 Pinetops 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 Locality Networks as the top provider for Pinetops, North Carolina.

Who has the fastest internet service in Pinetops?

Locality Networks and Optimum with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in Pinetops.

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

The following zip codes were used: 27864

What internet download speed do I need?

Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Pinetops internet service.

Speed Devices Typical Usage
25+ Mbps1-2 devicesWeb browsing
Music streaming
HD video streaming
100+ Mbps3-5 devicesVideo conferencing
4K video streaming
Online gaming
1000+ Mbps6+ devicesMultiple video or 4K streams
Zero latency gaming

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

Click through to see how the Pinetops broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Greenville, Half Moon, Lowell, Murraysville, Navassa, Rose Hill, Smithfield

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Pinetops - Locality Networks.

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 Pinetops, North Carolina?

CenturyLink provides broadband internet service to 99.0% of Pinetops.

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.




Pinetops 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
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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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