Concord, NC Internet
Internet Providers in Concord, NC
Compare every internet provider in Concord, NC: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedSpectrum is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 1,000 Mbps reaching about 87% of Concord. If Google Fiber reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with fiber speeds up to 8,000/8,000 Mbps reaching about 29% of the city. Where Spectrum does not reach, Kinetic by Windstream is the broadest backup, mostly DSL with its fastest common tier reaching up to 200 Mbps and an overall footprint of about 86%.
Local availability varies sharply. In Christenbury Village, Google Fiber leads across about 52% of the ZIP, while Spectrum covers about 18% and Kinetic fiber about 18%. ZIP 28026 is especially fiber-focused, with Kinetic reaching about 79%, while Google Fiber covers about 10%. Around Cabarrus College of Health Sciences, Spectrum reaches about 29%, Kinetic fiber about 28%, and Google Fiber about 25%, but Moss Creek and Laurel Park can differ street by street. Students at Cabarrus College of Health Sciences and Rowan-Cabarrus Community College South Campus should check apartment infrastructure carefully, since some buildings may still rely on older DSL or copper, which can complicate Zoom, streaming, and gaming. Fixed wireless from Verizon or T-Mobile is worth checking as another option, but confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Concord, NC
Best plan here: Internet Gig 1 Gig — faster than 79% of all internet options in North Carolina
- Internet Gig 1 Gig$60/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)Cable1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$60Per month
- Internet Premier 500 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)Cable500 MbpsDownload76Our score$40Per month
- Internet 100$30/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)Cable100 MbpsDownload21Our score$30Per month
Source: Spectrum official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Concord
Spectrum’s headline Speed Score of 79/100 supports up to 1,000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, enough for large households, 4K streaming, gaming, and demanding work. Its cable service is a solid, above-average option in Concord, with the top score above the city average of 66. The 1,000 Mbps Internet Gig plan is available to about 87% of the city, but availability is address-specific, so confirm that this plan reaches your home before signing up.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Spectrum
Spectrum’s cable service offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, which is excellent for streaming, gaming, video calls, and households with many connected devices. Cable availability is address-dependent and reaches about 87% of Concord, with up to 500 Mbps or 100 Mbps options where gig service is unavailable, so check your address to confirm the fastest plan offered.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Kinetic by Windstream
Speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Plans range $24.99–$89.99 /mo *
Best plan here: Fiber Max 2 Gig — faster than 95% of all internet options in North Carolina
- Fiber Max 2 GigFiber2,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$89.99Per month
- Fiber 1 GigFiber1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$59.99Per month
- Fiber 300 MbpsFiber300 MbpsDownload71Our score$39.99Per month
- Fiber 100 MbpsFiber100 MbpsDownload21Our score$24.99Per month
Source: Kinetic by Windstream official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Concord
At $89.99 per month, Kinetic’s Fiber Max 2 Gig plan offers up to 2000 Mbps both ways with a top-tier Speed Score of 95/100, making it a strong value for heavy streaming, gaming, and large uploads. Its headline Speed Score is above Concord’s city average of 66, but this plan is available to only about 13% of the city, so address availability matters. Where the 2 Gig plan is unavailable, Kinetic also offers fiber plans from $24.99 to $59.99 per month, with speeds ranging from up to 100 Mbps to 1000 Mbps both ways and plan scores from 21/100 to 79/100.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Kinetic by Windstream
For $89.99/mo, Kinetic’s Fiber Max 2 Gig offers excellent value with up to 2000 Mbps both ways and a 95/100 Speed Score, but it is available to only about 13% of Concord. Fiber 1 Gig at $59.99/mo or Fiber 300 Mbps at $39.99/mo offers strong, symmetrical service at about 51% availability, while the $24.99 Fiber 100 Mbps plan is a more basic option, so check your address for the faster fiber tiers first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Best plan here: 8 Gig — faster than 99% of all internet options in North Carolina
- 8 GigFiber8,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$150Per month
- 5 GigFiber5,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$125Per month
- 2 GigFiber2,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$100Per month
- 1 GigFiber1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$70Per month
Source: Google Fiber official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Concord
Households with heavy streaming, gaming, remote work, or many connected devices will find Google Fiber an excellent choice, with up to 8,000 Mbps both ways and a 99/100 Speed Score. Its top score is above Concord’s city average of 66, making it a top-tier option, but the 8 Gig fiber plan is available to only about 29% of the city, so confirm fiber availability at your address before choosing it.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Google Fiber
Google Fiber is an excellent fit for households that stream, game, work from home, or have many connected devices, with fiber plans offering up to 8,000 Mbps both ways and a top Speed Score of 99/100. Its 8 Gig plan is available to about 29% of Concord at $150 per month, while the 1 Gig plan offers up to 1,000 Mbps both ways for $70 per month, so check your address because this high-quality fiber service reaches only 28.7% of the city.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps — faster than 71% of all internet options in North Carolina
Badge = fastest plan reaching at least 5% of the city. AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed scores higher but reaches ~2%.
- AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed$90/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 discount applies for 12 months on 1Gb+ plans) · $150 Visa reward cardFiber5,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$90Per month
- AT&T Fiber 1 GIG speed$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 off for 12 months; full plan cost due until discount starts within 3 bills) · $150 Visa reward cardFiber1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 500Mbps$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers, $15/mo discount for 12 months applies after up to 3 bill cycles) · $100 Visa reward cardFiber500 MbpsDownload76Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new customers, no annual contract, AutoPay eligible for additional $5/mo discount)Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload71Our score$40Per month
- AT&T Fiber 300Mbps$35/mo for 12 months (new customers, with AutoPay & paperless bill discount, wired connection to gateway) · $200 AT&T Visa Reward CardFiber300 MbpsDownload71Our score$35Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Concord
At $35/mo for 12 months, AT&T Fiber provides up to 300 Mbps both ways with a 71/100 Speed Score, a solid value where available, and it reaches about 4% of Concord. The $50/mo Fiber 1 GIG plan raises performance to up to 1,000 Mbps both ways with a 79/100 Speed Score, while AT&T’s overall 71/100 score is above the city average of 66. Availability depends on your address, and locations without fiber may instead see Internet Air with up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, a less consistent fixed wireless experience.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About AT&T
AT&T offers strong value where its fiber is available, with up to 300 Mbps both ways for $35/mo, up to 1,000 Mbps both ways for $50/mo, or up to 5,000 Mbps both ways for $90/mo, plus reward cards on these plans. Fiber availability is limited to about 4% of Concord for the 300 Mbps, 500 Mbps, and 1 GIG plans, and about 2% for the 5 GIG plan, while Internet Air reaches about 20% with up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, so check your address for fiber first because the fixed-wireless fallback may be less suitable for demanding households.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Hotwire Communications
Speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in North Carolina
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Concord
Fiber is an excellent choice for streaming, gaming, video calls, and other demanding uses, with Hotwire Communications offering up to 8,000 Mbps both ways at a Speed Score of 99/100. Its up to 1,000 Mbps symmetrical fiber plan also provides strong performance with a Speed Score of 79/100, above Concord’s average top speed score of 66. Availability is highly address-dependent: the 8,000 Mbps plan reaches about 0% of the city and the 1,000 Mbps plan about 1%, so verify which fiber plan is available at your address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Hotwire Communications
Fiber gives you excellent performance for streaming, gaming, video calls, and many connected devices, with Hotwire offering up to 8,000 Mbps both ways or up to 1,000 Mbps both ways. Availability is highly address-dependent, so check your exact address to see whether either fiber plan is offered, especially the faster option.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 71% of all internet options in North Carolina
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload71Our score$60Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Concord
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making it a good option for streaming, video calls, and everyday home use, though performance can vary with wireless conditions. Its Speed Score of 71/100 is above Concord’s city average of 66, and the plan is available across about 59% of the city. Check your address carefully, since this 5G Home plan may not reach every Verizon service location.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is a good fit for streaming, video calls, and everyday household use, though performance can vary with wireless conditions. The plan is available to about 59% of Concord, so availability is address-dependent, and you should confirm your location and compare any fiber or cable alternatives before choosing it.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 76% of all internet options in North Carolina
- T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload76Our score$45Per month
- T-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload76Our score$55Per month
- T-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless400 MbpsDownload76Our score$35Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Concord
Budget-conscious households with everyday streaming, work, and browsing needs may find T-Mobile a practical fit, with up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload on the $35/mo Rely Home Internet plan. Its 76/100 Speed Score is above Concord’s city average of 66, making it competitive, though fixed wireless can vary with local conditions and offers less consistent performance than wired service. Rely is available to about 68% of Concord, so confirm eligibility and expected performance at your address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About T-Mobile
T-Mobile is a good fit for households that want solid everyday internet and can meet the requirement for a qualifying postpaid voice line, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload and a Speed Score of 76/100. Availability is address-dependent, reaching about 68% of Concord for these plans, and fixed wireless can be less consistent than cable or fiber, so check your address and compare faster wired options before choosing.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 76% of all internet options in North Carolina
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload76Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload57Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload21Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Concord
Satellite internet is a practical choice for everyday browsing and streaming, but its higher latency can be limiting for gaming and other real-time applications compared with wired connections. Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 76/100, above Concord’s city average of 66, and is available to 100.0% of the city, though you should still check which wired alternatives reach your specific address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Starlink
Satellite internet gives Starlink broad availability across Concord, reaching 100.0% of the city, but its higher latency can make video calls, gaming, and other real-time activities less consistent than fiber or cable. The Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130 per month, though it is wise to check your address for faster fiber or cable first, since Starlink’s lower-priced plans offer less speed and satellite remains a fallback where wired options are unavailable.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 79% of all internet options in North Carolina
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload21Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload16Our 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
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Concord
At $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, then $119.99, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys you up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 21/100 Speed Score is below Concord’s city average of 66. Satellite technology brings more limited performance than many terrestrial alternatives, so consider checking other providers available at your address first, especially for low-latency activities, while Fusion is available to 100.0% of Concord.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About HughesNet
HughesNet costs $39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/mo, for up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload, while $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, gets you up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. Since all of these widely available plans use satellite and offer below-average performance, check your address for faster fiber or cable service first, especially if you work from home, stream frequently, or have multiple connected devices.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 81% of all internet options in North Carolina
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload19Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload15Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Concord
Viasat is a limited-performance choice compared with alternatives in Concord, with a headline Speed Score of 19/100 versus the city average of 66. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month, with each plan available to 100% of the city. Because satellite service can have higher latency and slower real-world performance, check what other providers can serve your specific address before choosing.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is a backup option rather than a first choice for most Concord households, since its satellite plans have below-average performance and higher latency. Viasat Essentials offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month; both are available to 100% of the city, but you should check your address for faster fiber, cable, or other options before choosing satellite for modern streaming, gaming, or work needs.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Concord
All 28 product lines from the 9 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 28 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload76Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- SpectrumInternet Gig 1 Gig$60/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$60Per month~87.2%CoverageCable
- SpectrumInternet Premier 500 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)500 MbpsDownload76Our score$40Per month~87.2%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload57Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- T-MobileT-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard400 MbpsDownload76Our score$35$50Per month~67.7%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard500 MbpsDownload76Our score$45$60Per month~67.7%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard500 MbpsDownload76Our score$55$70Per month~67.7%CoverageFixed Wireless
- Verizon5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)300 MbpsDownload71Our score$60Per month~58.5%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- Kinetic by WindstreamFiber 1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$59.99Per month~51.4%CoverageFiber
- Kinetic by WindstreamFiber 300 Mbps300 MbpsDownload71Our score$39.99Per month~51.4%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 Concord
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Spectrum Internet 100 for 100 Mbps where its cable network reaches your address.
Its 100 Mbps tier reaches about 87% of Concord, supporting shared browsing, streaming, and coursework.
Check first: Verify the address because Spectrum's overall footprint is about 89%, not universal.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Google Fiber 1 Gig if available; otherwise consider Spectrum's 1,000 Mbps cable tier.
Google Fiber reaches about 29% with fiber up to 8,000 Mbps, while Spectrum's cable reaches about 87%.
Check first: Google Fiber's gigabit availability is limited to its roughly 29% fiber footprint.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Google Fiber for up to 8,000 Mbps where available; Spectrum offers broader 1,000 Mbps cable coverage.
Google Fiber's 8,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 29% of Concord, while Spectrum reaches about 87% at 1,000.
Check first: Confirm fiber availability before choosing Google Fiber's fastest tier.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose Kinetic by Windstream as the broadest wired backup, or satellite where wired service is unavailable.
Kinetic reaches about 86% overall, mostly through DSL, with a common 200 Mbps tier reaching about 23%.
Check first: Kinetic's 200 Mbps DSL tier reaches far less than its overall footprint.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Concord
Historic Downtown Concord 28025
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Spectrum reaches about 29% in ZIP 28025, while Google Fiber reaches about 25% and Kinetic fiber about 28%.
Christenbury Village 28027
Google Fiber is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber.
Google Fiber reaches about 52% in ZIP 28027, exceeding Spectrum and Kinetic fiber availability there.
ZIP 28026
Kinetic by Windstream is currently the strongest option for Fiber availability.
Kinetic fiber reaches about 79% in ZIP 28026, while Google Fiber reaches about 10% and Hotwire about 2%.
Internet providers near Concord
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Concord, check the neighboring market directly.
Concord Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Concord, NC?
Spectrum is the best overall provider, offering cable up to 1,000 Mbps reaching about 87% of Concord. If Google Fiber reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with fiber up to 8,000 Mbps reaching about 29%.
What is the fastest internet in Concord, NC?
Google Fiber is the fastest where available, offering up to 8,000 Mbps over fiber reaching about 29% of Concord. Spectrum is the best overall option, with cable up to 1,000 Mbps reaching about 87%.
Which internet provider covers the most of Concord, NC?
Spectrum has the largest non-satellite footprint, covering about 89% of Concord overall. Satellite service is available everywhere, while Spectrum's cable plans reach about 87% and should be checked at your address.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Concord, NC?
Kinetic by Windstream Fiber 100 Mbps is the cheapest plan at $24.99 per month as a promotional starting rate, reaching about 51% of Concord. It provides 100 Mbps where that fiber tier is available, so verify your address before ordering.
Can I get fiber internet in Concord?
Five listed providers offer fiber somewhere in Concord: Spectrum, Kinetic by Windstream, Google Fiber, AT&T, and Hotwire Communications. Availability varies sharply by network, with Google Fiber reaching about 29%, Kinetic's 1 Gig fiber about 51%, and AT&T's 1 Gig fiber about 4%.
What internet speed do I need in Concord?
Concord plans range from 25 Mbps to 8,000 Mbps, depending on provider and technology. A 100 Mbps plan is a practical starting point for ordinary household use, while shared streaming, gaming, or remote work may justify higher tiers where available.
Which internet provider is best in Historic Downtown Concord?
Spectrum reaches about 29% of ZIP 28025, making it the largest listed provider there, while Kinetic fiber reaches about 28%. Google Fiber reaches about 25%, so address-level checking is essential before choosing a provider.
How We Analyze Internet in Concord
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
A state-wide percentile of each plan’s maximum advertised download speed against every option filed with the FCC in the state, all technologies on one scale. It is not a measured speed test.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Concord report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Concord
How We Calculate Speed Score
The Speed Score is a state-wide percentile from 0 to 100. It answers one question: of every internet option filed with the FCC in this state, across every technology, what share is slower than this plan’s maximum advertised download speed?
What goes in:
- The plan’s maximum advertised download speed, as the provider files it with the FCC and lists it for sale.
- Every other serviceable option in the state from the FCC Broadband Data Collection, counted by the census blocks it reaches.
Speed Score = share of the state’s filed options with a lower advertised download speed
A score of 85 means this plan’s advertised speed beats 85% of the options filed in the state. Fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite are all on the same scale, so a 1,000 Mbps plan scores the same whoever sells it.
What it is not: a measured speed test. It does not include latency, upload speed, reliability or congestion. Real throughput at an address varies with wiring, equipment and time of day.
How providers are ordered on this page: each provider’s tier scores are averaged across the census blocks it serves, then multiplied by the share of the city it reaches. Wired providers rank ahead of wireless-only ones, and satellite last, because their filings describe a signal footprint rather than a plant. The same rule sets the title and the 30-second verdict.
Data source: FCC National Broadband Map (Broadband Data Collection), republished roughly twice a year; provider plan lists checked monthly.
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.