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Shop and compare 10 internet providers for Asheville, NC
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedIn Asheville, NC, your best bet is AT&T, covering about 83% of the city. Its FCC-filed speeds go up to 5,000 Mbps, though that top fiber tier reaches about 44% of the city; Spectrum is a close runner-up, with cable reaching about 88% at up to 1000/35 Mbps. In Montford (28801), Biltmore Village (28803), North Asheville (28804), and West Asheville (28806), AT&T fiber leads at 63.8%, 50.8%, 48.2%, and 57.8%, respectively. ZIP 28805 flips to Spectrum at 64.3%, while ZIP 28813 favors AT&T fiber at 66.2% but still lists AT&T copper at 3.1% and 1.5%. For students at University of North Carolina Asheville or Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College, apartment options can differ from nearby homes, and older AT&T copper still reaches about 18% of the city at up to 100/20 Mbps, so check carefully for reliable Zoom, streaming, and gaming. Fixed wireless can be a practical budget alternative, with T-Mobile reaching about 24% at up to 100/20 Mbps, Verizon about 34% at up to 300/20 Mbps, and Carolina West about 74% at up to 25/3 Mbps. Coverage can change street to street, so confirm your address before choosing.
Best plan here: AT&T Fiber 5 GIG — faster than 98% of all internet options in North Carolina
- AT&T Fiber 5 GIG$95/mo for the first 12 months, then $135/moFiber5,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$95Per month
- AT&T Fiber 1 GIG$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/moFiber1,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 500$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $75/moFiber500 MbpsDownload77Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 300$35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/moFiber300 MbpsDownload76Our score$35Per month
- AT&T Internet Air$55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload76Our score$55Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Asheville
At $50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/mo, AT&T Fiber 1 GIG offers strong value with up to 1000 Mbps both ways and a 95/100 Speed Score. Fiber is an excellent choice, and AT&T’s 98/100 headline Speed Score is above Asheville’s city average of 64, with the 5 GIG plan offering up to 5000 Mbps both ways for $95/mo for the first 12 months, then $135/mo. Because AT&T also offers fixed wireless, the best fiber performance depends on your address: Fiber 1 GIG is available to 46.9% of Asheville, while Internet Air has a 76/100 Speed Score and reaches 19.4%, so check availability before choosing.
About AT&T
AT&T offers strong value, with Fiber 300 at $35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/mo, for up to 300 Mbps both ways, while Fiber 1 GIG costs $50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/mo, for up to 1000 Mbps both ways. Its fiber options are excellent, including Fiber 5 GIG at $95/mo for the first 12 months, then $135/mo, for up to 5000 Mbps both ways, but availability depends on your address, reaching 46.9% of Asheville for the 1 GIG, 500, and 300 plans and 44.1% for 5 GIG. Where fiber is unavailable, Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps for $55/mo promotional, then $60/mo, but fixed wireless can have performance issues for demanding modern use, so check your address for fiber first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Internet Gig — faster than 89% of all internet options in North Carolina
- Internet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/moCable1,000 MbpsDownload89Our score$60Per month
- Internet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/moCable500 MbpsDownload76Our score$40Per month
- Internet AdvantageCable100 MbpsDownload56Our score$30Per month
Source: Spectrum official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Asheville
Spectrum’s Internet Gig plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, enough for large households, 4K streaming, gaming, and many connected devices at once. Its cable service earns a Speed Score of 89/100, above Asheville’s city average of 64, making it a solid, reliable choice, though availability is limited to 88.2% of Asheville, so confirm your address before signing up.
About Spectrum
Spectrum’s cable service offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, which is enough for multiple simultaneous streams, video calls, gaming, and other demanding home internet use. With cable service available to 88.2% of Asheville, Spectrum is a strong option for most households, though you should check your address to confirm availability and whether the 500 Mbps or 100 Mbps plan better fits your budget.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Best plan here: All-In Home Internet — faster than 76% of all internet options in North Carolina
- All-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload76Our score$70Per month
- Rely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless354 MbpsDownload76Our score$50Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Asheville
Households that stream, work from home, and connect multiple devices may find T-Mobile’s 5G fixed wireless a good fit, with plans offering up to 498 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload or up to 354 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload, both with a Speed Score of 76/100, above Asheville’s city average of 64. Plan-level availability is 43.7% of the city, so service depends on your exact address, and fixed wireless can be less consistent and higher-latency than wired cable or fiber. Rely is $50/mo promotional then $60/mo, while All-In is $70/mo promotional then $80/mo.
About T-Mobile
Households that need good everyday speeds for streaming, video calls, and working from home may find T-Mobile a solid choice, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 498 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload on All-In, or up to 354 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload on Rely. These are good, adequate fixed wireless options rather than excellent fiber or cable service, and availability is limited to 43.7% of Asheville, so check for a faster wired option first if one is available at your address.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential – Max — faster than 71% of all internet options in North Carolina
- Residential – MaxSatellite400 MbpsDownload71Our score$130Per month
- Residential – 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload48Our score$85Per month
- Residential – 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload48Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Asheville
Satellite internet can support everyday browsing and streaming across Asheville, but its higher latency may be noticeable during video calls, gaming, and other interactive use. Starlink’s Residential – Max plan is available to 100.0% of Asheville and offers up to 400 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload with a 71/100 Speed Score, above the city average of 64. The 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps plans each score 48/100, so compare what other connection types reach your address before choosing, especially if low latency matters.
About Starlink
Starlink’s satellite service is available across 100.0% of Asheville, with plans offering up to 400 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, though higher latency can make gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities feel less responsive. Check your address for fiber or cable first if possible, since those wired options are generally better for modern households, while Starlink is a practical fallback where faster wired service is unavailable.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Ngso Satellite
ERC Broadband
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price
Speed Score: Faster than 94% of all internet options in North Carolina
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Asheville
Households that work from home, stream heavily, or game online are a strong fit for ERC Broadband’s fiber service. It offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload with a 94/100 Speed Score, well above Asheville’s 64 average top speed score, making it an excellent choice when available at your address. This plan is listed as reaching 2.2% of the city.
About ERC Broadband
Homes that need fast, reliable internet for streaming, video calls, gaming, or many connected devices could find ERC Broadband a strong fit, with fiber offering up to 1000 Mbps both ways and a Speed Score of 94/100. That excellent option is highly address-dependent, reaching 2.2% of Asheville’s census blocks, so check your exact address before counting on it.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: 5G Home Plus — faster than 77% of all internet options in North Carolina
- 5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless1,000 MbpsDownload77Our score$45Per month
- 5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload76Our score$35Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Asheville
5G fixed wireless can handle everyday streaming and video calls, with Verizon offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload on 5G Home Plus, rated 77/100, or up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload on 5G Home, rated 76/100. Those scores are above the city average of 64, but fixed wireless performance can vary with signal and congestion, and these plans are available to 37.5% of Asheville, so verify your address before relying on the advertised speeds.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service is an adequate option for everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, with plans offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for $45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo, or up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for $35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo. It is available to 37.5% of Asheville, so check your address, and compare fiber or cable first if available because those technologies are typically more consistent for heavy modern internet use.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Speed Score: Faster than 56% of all internet options in North Carolina
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Asheville
Frontier’s fastest listed copper plan offers up to 115 Mbps download and 7 Mbps upload, enough for everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls. That plan scores 56/100 and reaches just 0.1% of Asheville, while the other copper tiers score as low as 5/100, so consider checking other providers first for stronger performance at your address.
About Frontier
The fastest Frontier plan is up to 115 Mbps download and 7 Mbps upload, enough for everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls in a smaller household, though upload-heavy work may feel limited. It is a copper connection with address-dependent availability, and other local Frontier options fall to up to 90 Mbps, 70 Mbps, 45 Mbps, or 10 Mbps download, so the lower tiers may not be sufficient for busy modern households. Check for a faster fiber or cable option at your address before choosing Frontier, especially if several people stream, game, or work from home.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Carolina West Wireless
Speeds up to 25 Mbps
Plans start at $50 /mo *
Speed Score: Slower than 63% of all internet options in North Carolina
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Adequate
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Asheville
For its monthly cost, Carolina West Wireless offers up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload, but its 37/100 speed score indicates limited performance compared to alternatives. Licensed fixed wireless covers 73.9% of Asheville, so consider checking other providers first for your address, especially if you need stronger performance for streaming, multiple users, or large uploads.
About Carolina West Wireless
For the monthly price quoted today, Carolina West Wireless offers a basic-value connection with licensed fixed wireless speeds up to 25 Mbps down and 3 Mbps up, but its Speed Score is just 37/100. That may suit light browsing and smaller households, though you should check for faster options first because this below-average service may not be enough for modern heavy use, and it is available across 73.9% of Asheville census blocks.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 71% of all internet options in North Carolina
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload29Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload6Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload6Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Asheville
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, Fusion buys up to 100 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up, but its satellite connection earns a 29/100 Speed Score, below the city average of 64. Satellite offers limited performance compared with alternatives, particularly for latency-sensitive uses, so check what else is available at your address before choosing. Fusion is listed as available to 100.0% of the city.
About HughesNet
HughesNet’s $39.99/mo Lite plan buys up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload, while $49.99/mo Select offers up to 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, and $94.99/mo Fusion offers up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, so the satellite service is reasonably priced but has below-average speed scores of 6/100 to 29/100. It reaches 100.0% of Asheville, but satellite latency and limited upload speeds can make video calls, gaming, and busy households difficult, so check whether a faster wired option is available at your address first.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 94% of all internet options in North Carolina
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload6Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload6Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Asheville
Viasat is a limited-performance choice compared with alternatives in Asheville, so consider checking other providers first. Viasat Essentials offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99/mo, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99/mo, and both have a Speed Score of 6/100, below the city average of 64. Both satellite plans are listed as available to 100.0% of Asheville, but confirm service at your address and keep satellite’s higher latency in mind for gaming, video calls, and other real-time uses.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is best treated as a fallback in Asheville, so check whether fiber or cable is available at your address before choosing it. Its fastest plan, Viasat Essentials, offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99/mo, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99/mo; both are available to 100.0% of Asheville, but satellite service has high latency and a below-average Speed Score of 6/100.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in Asheville
All 20 product lines from the 7 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 20 plans
- SpectrumInternet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload89Our score$60$70Per month~88.2%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential – Max400 MbpsDownload71Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- SpectrumInternet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/mo500 MbpsDownload76Our score$40$50Per month~88.2%CoverageCable
- SpectrumInternet Advantage100 MbpsDownload56Our score$30Per month~88.2%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential – 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload48Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential – 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload48Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 1 GIG$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/mo1,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$50$90Per month~46.9%CoverageFiber
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 5 GIG$95/mo for the first 12 months, then $135/mo5,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$95$135Per month~44.1%CoverageFiber
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 500$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $75/mo500 MbpsDownload77Our score$50$75Per month~46.9%CoverageFiber
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 300$35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/mo300 MbpsDownload76Our score$35$60Per month~46.9%CoverageFiber
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Best Fit by Household Type in Asheville
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Spectrum Internet Advantage for 100 Mbps where its 88.2% Asheville reach covers your address.
Its 100 Mbps cable plan reaches 88.2% of Asheville, making it a broadly available listed option for shared.
Check first: Confirm the exact address; 11.8% of Asheville falls outside Spectrum’s listed reach.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose AT&T Fiber 300 for 300 Mbps where its 46.9% plan reach covers your address.
AT&T Fiber 300 reaches 46.9% of Asheville, giving remote workers a broad fiber option where available.
Check first: Fiber availability varies by address; AT&T’s 5 GIG tier reaches only 44.1%.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Pick AT&T Fiber 5 GIG for 5,000 Mbps where its 44.1% Asheville reach covers your address.
It is the fastest listed plan; Spectrum Internet Gig offers 1,000 Mbps across its 88.2% cable footprint.
Check first: AT&T 5 GIG is not citywide; verify service at your Asheville address.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose Starlink Residential 100 Mbps, reaching 100% of Asheville.
Its listed 100 Mbps plan reaches 100% of Asheville, while Frontier reaches 3.5% and ERC Broadband 2.2%.
Check first: Satellite plan quality varies; confirm the exact plan available at your address.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in Asheville
Montford
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Maximum fiber speed.
AT&T 5 GIG fiber leads ZIP 28801 at 63.8%, while ERC Broadband fiber covers 2.3%.
Biltmore Village
AT&T is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber.
AT&T 5 GIG fiber covers 50.8% of ZIP 28803; Spectrum cable reaches 30.1%.
North Asheville
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Fiber with broad local reach.
AT&T 5 GIG fiber reaches 48.2% in ZIP 28804, ahead of Spectrum cable at 38.7%.
ZIP 28805
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Spectrum’s 1,000 Mbps cable service reaches 64.3% in ZIP 28805.
West Asheville
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Fiber and cable choice.
AT&T 5 GIG fiber reaches 57.8% in ZIP 28806, ahead of Spectrum cable at 31.8%.
Internet providers near Asheville
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Asheville, check the neighboring market directly.
Asheville Internet FAQs
Who has the fastest internet in Asheville, NC?
AT&T has Asheville’s fastest listed plan: Fiber 5 GIG delivers 5,000 Mbps where available and reaches 44.1% of the city. Confirm your address before choosing it, because AT&T’s overall 82.8% footprint includes slower or different technologies and does not represent 5 GIG availability.
Can I get fiber internet in Asheville, NC?
Yes—AT&T Fiber 300 reaches 46.9% of Asheville at 300 Mbps, while ERC Broadband fiber reaches 2.2% of the city. Fiber is not universal, so verify the exact address; ZIP and city percentages describe coverage areas, not guaranteed service at every property.
What is the cheapest internet in Asheville, NC?
Spectrum Internet Advantage is the cheapest listed plan in Asheville: a promotional starting rate of $30/mo for 100 Mbps, reaching 88.2% of the city. Check your address before ordering, because the plan reaches 88.2% rather than every Asheville address.
How much internet speed do I need for streaming and gaming in Asheville, NC?
For streaming and gaming, consider 100 Mbps as the listed entry option or 1,000 Mbps for more capacity; Spectrum reaches 88.2% with both plans. Check the address before prioritizing the faster tier, since neither plan is available at every Asheville property.
Can I get fiber internet in Montford, Asheville, NC?
Yes—AT&T 5 GIG fiber reaches 63.8% of ZIP 28801, including the Montford area, at 5,000 Mbps; ERC Broadband fiber reaches 2.3% there. Check the exact address, because ZIP-level percentages describe coverage across Montford rather than guaranteed service at every property.
How We Analyze Internet in Asheville
FCC Broadband Data
We use the FCC National Broadband Map, updated twice a year with provider-reported coverage at the census block level.
Speed Score
Our proprietary score weights technology type (fiber=100%, cable=85%, etc.) with download (70%) and upload (30%) speeds, ranked as a state percentile.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Asheville report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Asheville
How We Calculate Speed Score
Our Speed Score is a state-level percentile ranking (0-100) that shows how a provider’s service compares to all other internet options available in your state.
The Formula:
We calculate a raw performance score using:
Technology Factor × (Download Speed × 70% + Upload Speed × 30%)
Technology Factors:
Not all connections are equal. We weight each technology based on real-world reliability and performance:
- Fiber: 100% – Fastest, most reliable technology
- Cable: 85% – High speeds, shared neighborhood bandwidth
- Fixed Wireless (Licensed): 70% – Dedicated spectrum, weather-dependent
- Copper/DSL: 65% – Distance-limited, aging infrastructure
- Fixed Wireless (Unlicensed): 60% – Shared spectrum, variable performance
- Satellite (LEO): 40% – Low-earth orbit (e.g., Starlink), higher latency
- Satellite (GEO): 15% – Geostationary orbit, significant latency
Percentile Ranking:
After calculating raw scores, we rank every service option in your state by geographic coverage (census blocks served). A score of 85 means this service performs better than 85% of all internet options available in your state.
Data Source: FCC National Broadband Map data, updated twice a year.
How We Calculate Capabilities
Estimated Capabilities predict how well each internet plan supports common household activities based on speed requirements and connection type.
Rating Scale:
- Excellent – Optimal performance, handles peak usage easily
- Good – Reliable performance with minimal issues
- Fair – Functional but may experience slowdowns during heavy use
- Poor – Not recommended; expect frequent buffering or lag
How We Rate Each Category:
Streaming
Based on download speed. 4K streaming requires 25+ Mbps per stream; HD requires 5+ Mbps. We account for multiple simultaneous streams.
Multi-device
Evaluates total bandwidth capacity divided by typical household device count (phones, tablets, smart TVs, computers). Fiber and cable handle many devices better than DSL or satellite.
Gaming
Considers both upload speed (for sending game data) and latency (ping time). Fiber and cable excel here; satellite connections struggle due to inherent signal delay.
Whole Home
Assesses whether the connection can reliably serve an entire household during peak evening hours. Factors in technology type (shared vs. dedicated bandwidth) and total speed capacity.
Note: Actual performance depends on your specific location, network congestion, and equipment quality.