Greensboro, NC Internet
Internet Providers in Greensboro, NC
Compare every internet provider in Greensboro, 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 90% of Greensboro, and an overall footprint of about 91%. If AT&T reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with fiber speeds up to 5,000 Mbps reaching about 51% of the city.
The ZIP breakdown shows why an address check matters: AT&T leads in Fisher Park and Lindley Park, while Spectrum is especially strong in ZIP 27402 and ZIP 27406. Fiber is genuinely plentiful in Irving Park and the Guilford College area, where AT&T and Lumos both reach large portions of the ZIP, while ZIP 27405 also gives many households AT&T fiber alongside Spectrum cable. Students around the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, Greensboro College, and Guilford College should check apartment-specific options, since buildings can differ and some may still rely on older DSL or copper infrastructure. T-Mobile and Verizon are worth considering when wired service is unavailable, though their fixed wireless performance depends on the address. Coverage can change street by street, so confirm the exact address before choosing, especially for reliable Zoom, streaming, and gaming.
Best Internet Providers in Greensboro, 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 Greensboro
With a headline Speed Score of 79/100, Spectrum’s Internet Gig offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, enough for multiple simultaneous streams, gaming, video calls, and busy connected households. Its cable service is a solid, reliable choice and scores above the city average of 66, though Internet Gig is available to about 90% of Greensboro, so confirm that plan reaches 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 Spectrum
Spectrum’s Internet Gig plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, enough for busy households with streaming, gaming, video calls, and many connected devices. Its cable service is an excellent option for most uses, with the Gig plan available to about 90% of Greensboro and lower-cost plans offering up to 500 Mbps or 100 Mbps, though exact availability is address-dependent.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Best plan here: AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed — faster than 95% of all internet options in North Carolina
- 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 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
- 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
Source: AT&T 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 Greensboro
At $90/mo for 12 months, AT&T Internet 5 GIG offers up to 5,000 Mbps both ways and a $150 reward card, making it strong value for demanding households. Its fiber connection is a top-tier option with a Speed Score of 95/100, above Greensboro’s city average of 66. Because AT&T also offers fixed wireless, the best technology may not reach every address, and the 5 GIG fiber plan is available to about 51% of Greensboro.
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, from $35/mo for up to 300 Mbps to $50/mo for up to 1,000 Mbps fiber and $90/mo for up to 5,000 Mbps fiber, with the fiber plans providing excellent, symmetrical performance. Fiber availability is address-dependent, reaching 56% of Greensboro for the 1 Gig and 500 Mbps plans and about 51% for 5 GIG, while the fallback Internet Air option reaches only about 7% and offers up to 300 Mbps down and 30 Mbps up, so check your address for fiber first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Lumos
Speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Plans start at $50 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 95% 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 Greensboro
Lumos reaches 23.5% of Greensboro, so availability is limited to certain addresses. Its fiber plan offering up to 5000 Mbps both ways has a Speed Score of 95/100, making it a top-tier option and well above the city’s average top speed score of 66. Address-level availability matters because some locations may receive the 1000/1000 Mbps fiber plan instead, or copper service up to 10/1 Mbps with a 1/100 score, where checking other providers first is advisable.
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 Lumos
Lumos reaches 23.5% of Greensboro, so your chances depend heavily on your address, but its fiber service is excellent where available, with up to 5000 Mbps both ways covering about 21% of the city and up to 1000 Mbps both ways covering about 2%. Addresses outside those fiber areas may fall back to copper with only up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload, which is generally inadequate for modern households, so check for the fiber option or another faster provider first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Speed Score: Faster than 95% 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 Greensboro
Up to 2,000 Mbps both ways can comfortably support large households, 4K streaming, gaming, and demanding work from home. Brightspeed’s 2,000 Mbps fiber plan scores 95/100, making it a top-tier option, but it is listed across about 0% of Greensboro, so confirm fiber availability at your address. Where only copper is available, speeds drop to up to 100/10 Mbps with a 21/100 score or up to 10/1 Mbps with a 1/100 score, which offers limited performance compared with alternatives, so consider checking other providers first.
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 Brightspeed
Brightspeed offers up to 2000 Mbps both ways on fiber, which is excellent for busy households, 4K streaming, gaming, and working from home. Fiber availability is highly address-dependent, while the fallback copper plans offer only up to 100/10 Mbps or 10/1 Mbps and may not be sufficient for modern households, so check for fiber or another faster provider first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Copper
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 Greensboro
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless connection offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making it a good option for streaming, video calls, and everyday household use. Its 71/100 Speed Score is above Greensboro’s city average of 66, though fixed wireless can vary more than wired connections in real-world conditions. The plan is available to about 64% of Greensboro, so check your address to confirm that Verizon 5G Home reaches you.
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 good for everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, though performance can vary with wireless conditions. It is available to about 64% of Greensboro, so coverage is address-dependent, and you should compare fiber or cable options first if they are available at your home for more consistent performance.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
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 Greensboro
T-Mobile fits budget-conscious households seeking good everyday performance, with fixed-wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload and a 76/100 Speed Score, above Greensboro’s city average of 66. The $35 Rely plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload, but these plans are available to about 68% of the city, so confirm your address and expect fixed wireless to be less consistent than fiber or cable in some homes.
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 reasonably fast home internet and can pair it with a qualifying postpaid voice line, with plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and a Speed Score of 76/100. Its fixed wireless service is adequate for streaming, work, and everyday use, but availability is address-dependent and the faster 500 Mbps plans reach about 68% of Greensboro, so check your address before relying on it for heavier needs or assuming it is available.
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 Greensboro
Satellite internet can provide broad access and support streaming, work, and everyday browsing, but its higher latency may be more noticeable for gaming and other real-time activities than with fiber or cable. Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 76/100, which is above Greensboro’s city average of 66. It is available to 100.0% of the city, though checking your exact address is still important, and households needing the lowest latency should compare other available technologies first.
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 reach and a solid top option for everyday streaming, video calls, and multiple users, with Residential Max offering up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130 per month and a good 76/100 Speed Score. All three plans are available to 100% of Greensboro, but satellite can have higher latency, so it is worth checking for faster fiber or cable service at your address first, especially if you need the most responsive connection for gaming or demanding work.
Available Plans
Ngso 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 Greensboro
Viasat is a limited-performance option compared with alternatives in Greensboro, with its satellite service reaching up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload and earning a 19/100 Speed Score, below the city average of 66. Viasat Essentials is available to 100% of the city, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for a lower 15/100 score. Because satellite service can have higher latency and slower real-world performance, check what other technologies are available at 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 mainly an adequate fallback, not a first choice for modern internet needs, because its satellite plans have below-average Speed Scores and offer only up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month on Essentials, or up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month on Unleashed. Both plans are available to 100% of Greensboro, but satellite can have high latency and limited performance, so check your address for faster fiber or cable options first.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Gso 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 Greensboro
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 Greensboro’s city average of 66. Satellite offers limited performance compared with alternatives, especially for latency-sensitive activities, so check what other technologies are available at your address before choosing. Fusion is available to 100% of Greensboro, but address-level availability should still be confirmed.
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
At $39.99/mo for up to 25 Mbps, HughesNet is a budget option, while Select costs $49.99/mo for up to 50 Mbps and Fusion costs $94.99/mo for up to 100 Mbps, though Fusion’s 21/100 Speed Score reflects satellite service that is below average for speed. All three plans are available to 100% of Greensboro, but since they are satellite plans, check your address for faster fiber or cable service first, especially for streaming, gaming, or multiple users.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Internet Provider Reviews in Greensboro, NC
We read 428 recent Google reviews of Greensboro listings for AT&T, Lumos and Spectrum and sorted each one by what it is about. Store visits and phone-plan reviews are set aside.
What AT&T customers report
Billing
Mixed
11% mention
Support
Mixed
24% mention
“Daisy helped us after our 3rd time coming up. You rock thanks for fixing our internet after 1 month of not having internet”
“JC told me my bill would be 60 dollars. I saw the statement u sent me an it says it's going to be 80 . So im going to have to stop service I can't afford that!!!”
What Lumos customers report
Outages
Very poor
30% mention
Speed
Mixed
15% mention
Billing
Poor
12% mention
Support
Poor
42% mention
Installation
Mixed
39% mention
Equipment
Poor
4% mention
“Our internet has been noticeably faster, more consistent, and better suited for our household since shifting to Lumos”
“Was a terrific service before T Mobile. Now my service is constantly throttled down and it takes an hour of phone wait time to get people who really can't help. If you are looking for new service, steer clear. Used to be great and is simply awful now. There is nothing positive to say. Awful”
What Spectrum customers report
Outages
Very poor
9% mention
Speed
Very poor
3% mention
Billing
Poor
8% mention
Support
Poor
39% mention
Installation
Mixed
5% mention
Equipment
Poor
25% mention
“They were super nice and were able to help me lower my bill”
“Would not recommend. We canceled because of constant outages. Now they harass us nonstop. We have four no soliciting signs, including the one on the door that they knocked on and the bell that they rang. Apparently, they aren’t super bright on top of a bad product.”
Reviews are shown exactly as posted on Google and link to the listing they came from. Star averages and counts are Google’s; the service rating and the subject grades are our reading of each review, refreshed monthly. How we do this.
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Greensboro
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
- 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~89.7%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~89.7%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
- AT&TAT&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 card5,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$90Per month~50.9%CoverageFiber
- 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~63.6%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- AT&TAT&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 card1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month~56%CoverageFiber
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Compare Greensboro providers head-to-head
See how Greensboro’s providers stack up against each other — speed, coverage, price, and who wins block by block.
Best Fit by Household Type in Greensboro
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Spectrum Internet 100 where available for shared browsing, streaming, and coursework.
Its 100 Mbps plan reaches about 90% of Greensboro, including coverage in Fisher Park and Lindley Park.
Check first: Verify the address because Spectrum reaches about 90% citywide, not every home.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose AT&T fiber where available for strong upload performance and high-speed video meetings.
AT&T fiber reaches about 56% at 1,000 Mbps and about 51% at 5,000 Mbps.
Check first: Fiber availability varies by address, even within Greensboro ZIP codes.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose AT&T 5 GIG fiber where available; otherwise consider Spectrum Internet Gig.
AT&T offers 5,000 Mbps fiber to about 51% of Greensboro, while Spectrum Gig reaches about 90%.
Check first: The fastest tiers are address-specific and have smaller footprints than overall provider coverage.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Use Starlink when wired service is unavailable; its Residential 100 Mbps plan is available everywhere.
Starlink offers 100 Mbps, 200 Mbps, and 400 Mbps plans throughout Greensboro.
Check first: Confirm wired alternatives first, since their availability can change sharply between nearby addresses.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Greensboro
Lindley Park 27403
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Fastest fiber service.
AT&T fiber reaches about 73% of ZIP 27403, while Lumos reaches about 13% and Spectrum about 9%.
Irving Park 27408
AT&T is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber.
AT&T fiber reaches about 56% of ZIP 27408, and Lumos fiber reaches about 39%.
Fisher Park 27401
AT&T is currently the strongest option for 5,000 Mbps fiber.
AT&T 5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 52% of ZIP 27401, compared with Spectrum cable at about 25%.
Guilford College 27410
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Fiber availability.
AT&T fiber reaches about 46% of ZIP 27410, while Lumos reaches about 32% and Spectrum about 12%.
Internet providers near Greensboro
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Greensboro, check the neighboring market directly.
Greensboro Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Greensboro, NC?
Spectrum is the best overall provider, with cable up to 1,000 Mbps reaching about 90% of Greensboro; AT&T is faster where available, offering 5,000 Mbps fiber to about 51%. Check your address before choosing AT&T for its higher speed.
What is the fastest internet in Greensboro, NC?
AT&T has the fastest internet where available: its 5,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 51% of Greensboro. Spectrum is the best overall option, with 1,000 Mbps cable reaching about 90%.
Which internet provider covers the most of Greensboro, NC?
Spectrum covers the most Greensboro addresses among non-satellite providers, reaching about 91% overall. Satellite providers are available everywhere, while Spectrum's 1,000 Mbps cable tier reaches about 90%.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Greensboro, NC?
Spectrum Internet 100 is the cheapest plan at $30 per month for 100 Mbps, reaching about 90% of Greensboro; it is a promotional rate for the first 12 months for new residential customers. Verify eligibility because the offer is not available in all areas.
Can I get fiber internet in Greensboro?
Fiber reaches about 51% of Greensboro through AT&T's 5,000 Mbps tier, while Lumos fiber reaches about 21% at 5,000 Mbps. Availability is address-specific, so check your location even in ZIPs with substantial fiber coverage.
What internet speed do I need in Greensboro?
A 100 Mbps plan can fit basic household use, while 500 to 1,000 Mbps better supports multiple streams, remote work, and gaming. Greensboro options include Spectrum 100 Mbps at about 90% reach and AT&T 1,000 Mbps fiber at about 56%.
Which internet providers serve Irving Park in Greensboro?
ZIP 27408 has AT&T fiber reaching about 56%, Lumos fiber reaching about 39%, and Spectrum cable reaching about 3%. Check the exact Irving Park address because ZIP-level figures do not guarantee service at every home.
How We Analyze Internet in Greensboro
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 Greensboro report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Greensboro
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.