Who is our top ranked provider in Calhoun Falls SC? [Updated]

Best Calhoun Falls Internet Service Providers

Calhoun Falls, SC 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 Calhoun Falls. 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 Calhoun Falls is West Carolina Rural. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	West Carolina Rural	Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	100.0%
2	Frontier	DSL	115 Mbps	7 Mbps	91.9%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Calhoun Falls SC 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

For most users, the average download speed of their internet service is more important than their upload speed. However, upload speed plays at least some role for all users.
Average upload speeds in Calhoun Falls of 13.45 Mbps are faster than the Abbeville County upload speeds and faster than the statewide average for South Carolina.

Calhoun Falls Internet Access Facts

There are 4 residential internet providers in Calhoun Falls, SC providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Calhoun Falls is 10.9% slower than the average in South Carolina and 21.2% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 24.0% of the Abbeville County population
The average internet download speed in Calhoun Falls is 25.54 Mbps based upon 520 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 0.1% of the Calhoun Falls population
Fiber optic internet is available to 100.0% of Calhoun Falls residents

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 Calhoun Falls 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 West Carolina Rural as the top provider for Calhoun Falls, South Carolina.

Who has the fastest internet service in Calhoun Falls?

West Carolina Rural with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Calhoun Falls.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Calhoun Falls, South Carolina?

The following zip codes were used: 29628

What internet download speed do I need?

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

Click through to see how the Calhoun Falls broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Abbeville, Berea, Forest Acres, Hardeeville, Lancaster, Murrells Inlet, Timmonsville

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Calhoun Falls - West Carolina Rural.

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 Calhoun Falls, South Carolina?

West Carolina Rural provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Calhoun Falls.

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.

Calhoun Falls 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.