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

Best Fairfax Internet Service Providers

Fairfax, SC 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 Fairfax. 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 Fairfax is Palmetto Rural. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Palmetto Rural	Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	23.1%
2	Acquisitions Cogeco Cable Holdings II	Cable	1000 Mbps	53 Mbps	19.2%
3	Frontier	DSL	115 Mbps	7 Mbps	97.6%
4	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Fairfax 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 Fairfax of 2.89 Mbps are slower than the Allendale County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for South Carolina.

Fairfax Internet Access Facts

Cable internet is available to 19.7% of Allendale County residents
Cable internet is available to 27.5% of the Fairfax population
Fiber optic internet is available to 14.1% of Allendale County residents
DSL internet is available to 91.8% of Fairfax residents
There are 5 residential internet providers in Fairfax, SC providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Fairfax is 14.3% faster than the average in South Carolina and 1.1% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

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 Fairfax 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 Palmetto Rural as the top provider for Fairfax, South Carolina.

Who has the fastest internet service in Fairfax?

Palmetto Rural and Acquisitions Cogeco Cable Holdings II with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in Fairfax.

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

The following zip codes were used: 29827

What internet download speed do I need?

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

Click through to see how the Fairfax broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Berea, Blythewood, Duncan, Forest Acres, Golden Grove, Ridgeville, Winnsboro

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Fairfax - Palmetto 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 Fairfax, South Carolina?

Frontier provides broadband internet service to 97.6% of Fairfax.

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.

Fairfax 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.