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

Hollywood, SC High Speed Internet Service

Hollywood, 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 Hollywood. 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 Hollywood is Xfinity. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Xfinity	Cable	987 Mbps	35 Mbps	96.7%
2	Palmetto Rural	Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	40.2%
3	AT&T	DSL, Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	38.0%
4	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Hollywood SC 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 Hollywood have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

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 Hollywood of 6.09 Mbps are slower than the Charleston County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for South Carolina.

Hollywood Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Hollywood is 6.09 Mbps. This is 33.1% slower than the Charleston County average and 47.5% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 92.7% of Charleston County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 28.2% of Charleston County residents
The average internet download speed in Charleston County is 29.14 Mbps based upon 736096 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Hollywood is 103.3% faster than the average in South Carolina and 79.9% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average internet download speed in Hollywood is 58.28 Mbps based upon 6456 measurements taken in the last 12 months

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 Hollywood 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 Xfinity as the top provider for Hollywood, South Carolina.

How do the internet speeds in Hollywood compare to other cities in South Carolina?

Click through to see how the Hollywood broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Clover, Eureka Mill, Five Forks, Hartsville, Homeland Park, Marion, Winnsboro

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 Hollywood, South Carolina?

The following zip codes were used: 29449, 29455 and 29470

Who has the fastest internet service in Hollywood?

Palmetto Rural and AT&T with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in Hollywood.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Hollywood - AT&T.

What is an internet data cap?

Some internet providers on their lowest end plans limit the amount of data that can be downloaded in a month. Like cellular phone plans, when that usage limit is hit, an additional charge is added to the customer's bill. Data caps are typically 1TB or more. In a month you could send 40,000 emails, streaming music 24 hours a data, surf the web 24 hours a day plus stream HD video 12 hours a day and still not hit a 1TB limit. Fewer than 10% of customers hit their data caps in a month.

Hollywood 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.