Statesville, NC Internet
Internet Providers in Statesville, NC
Compare every internet provider in Statesville, 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 70% of the city, and an overall footprint of about 72%. Zirrus offers fiber speeds up to 6,000/6,000 Mbps reaching about 22% of the city, and if it reaches your address, it is the faster choice. AT&T is the broadest backup where Spectrum does not reach, mostly DSL with an overall footprint of about 71%, while its fastest common DSL tier is up to 100 Mbps reaching about 14% of the city.
In ZIP 28687, Spectrum leads at about 69%, while AT&T fiber reaches about 20% with speeds up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps. Brookwood is more fiber-friendly than the citywide picture suggests, with AT&T fiber reaching about 29% of the ZIP, while Spectrum covers about 59%. Signal Hill has Spectrum at about 55% and Zirrus fiber at about 25%, making it one of the clearer places to check for premium fiber. Around Mitchell Community College, students in apartments and East Broad should watch for older DSL or copper infrastructure that can struggle with Zoom, streaming, and gaming. T-Mobile, Verizon, and OpenBroadband provide fixed-wireless alternatives, but coverage can change street by street, so confirm the exact address before signing up.
Best Internet Providers in Statesville, 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 Statesville
Spectrum’s top plan offers up to 1,000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, enough for busy households with streaming, gaming, and work from home, and it earns a 79/100 Speed Score, above the city average of 54. As a cable service, it is a solid, reliable choice for most online activities. Internet Gig is available to about 70% of Statesville, so confirm that this plan reaches your address before assuming the best advertised performance is available.
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 fastest option is up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, which is excellent for streaming, gaming, video calls, and multiple connected devices. Its cable plans are good options for most households, with the Gig plan reaching about 70% of Statesville and the 500 Mbps plan also reaching about 70%, though availability is address-dependent; the 100 Mbps plan is adequate for basic use but may feel limited for busier modern households, so check which faster plan your address can receive.
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 Statesville
At $90/mo for 12 months for new AT&T Fiber customers, the 5 GIG plan offers up to 5000 Mbps download and upload, making it a top-tier option for heavy streaming, gaming, and large households. Its 95/100 Speed Score is well above Statesville’s city average of 54. The 5 GIG fiber plan is available at about 13% of the city, so check your address because some locations may instead have lower-speed fiber or fixed wireless service.
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 $90/mo for up to 5000 Mbps, with its fastest fiber plan providing excellent, symmetrical speeds and a $150 reward card. Fiber is available to about 14% of Statesville, while Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps with 30 Mbps upload for $40/mo across about 20% of the city, so check your address first because the best option is location-dependent and fixed wireless may be less suitable for heavy modern use.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Zirrus
Speeds up to 6,000 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 Statesville
Households needing fast, low-latency service for streaming, remote work, gaming, or many connected devices should consider Zirrus fiber. Its fiber plan offers up to 6,000 Mbps download and 6,000 Mbps upload, with a 99/100 Speed Score, making it a top-tier option and well above the city average of 54; it reaches about 22% of Statesville. Availability depends on your address, and Zirrus copper service is much more limited at up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload with a 1/100 Speed Score, so check other providers first if fiber is unavailable.
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 Zirrus
Zirrus is a strong choice for households that can get its fiber, with up to 6,000 Mbps both ways and an excellent 99/100 speed score, although that plan reaches about 22% of Statesville’s census blocks. Availability is address-dependent, and the fallback copper plan reaches about 16% of blocks but offers only up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload, which may be insufficient for modern households, so check for fiber or other faster options first.
Available Plans
Fiber
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 Statesville
Fiber offers excellent day-to-day performance for demanding streaming, gaming, remote work, and multiple connected devices. Hotwire Communications’ fiber plan reaches up to 8,000 Mbps both ways with a 99/100 Speed Score and about 1% city coverage, while its up to 1,000 Mbps symmetrical plan scores 79/100 and also covers about 1% of Statesville, making both strong options compared with the city’s average top speed score of 54. Availability is highly address-dependent, so check your exact location to see whether the 8,000 Mbps tier or fiber service is offered.
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 is Hotwire Communications’ standout technology, with up to 8,000 Mbps both ways and a Speed Score of 99, making it excellent for streaming, gaming, large downloads, and busy households. Availability is highly address-dependent, reaching about 1% of census blocks for the 8,000 Mbps plan, while the up to 1,000 Mbps fiber plan reaches about 1% and still offers a good Speed Score of 79, so check your exact address before counting on service.
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 Statesville
Verizon’s 5G Home fixed wireless plan offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making it suitable for streaming, video calls, and everyday household use, though fixed wireless can be more variable than wired connections. Its Speed Score of 71/100 is above Statesville’s city average of 54, so it is a competitive option where available. This plan reaches about 34% of the city, so check your address to confirm eligibility and whether the required mobile bundle and Auto Pay pricing apply.
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 typical household use, though fixed wireless can be less consistent than cable or fiber. It reaches about 34% of Statesville, so availability is highly address-dependent, and you should check for faster fiber or cable options at your address before choosing it; the listed price is $60 per month for 12 months with Auto Pay and a qualifying postpaid unlimited mobile plan.
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 Statesville
Budget-conscious households with typical browsing, streaming, and work-from-home needs may find T-Mobile Rely Home Internet a practical fit, offering up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload for $35 per month initially. T-Mobile’s fixed wireless plans have a Speed Score of 76/100, above the Statesville average of 54, and the Rely plan is available to about 44% of the city. Because fixed wireless performance and availability depend on your exact address, confirm eligibility before signing up, especially if your household needs consistently low latency or heavy upload capacity.
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 internet for streaming, work, and everyday browsing, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and a good 76/100 Speed Score. The best-priced options require a qualifying postpaid voice bundle, and the 500 Mbps plans are available to about 44% of Statesville, so check your address carefully because availability and fixed wireless performance can vary.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
OpenBroadband LLC
Speeds up to 100 Mbps
Plans start at $49.95 /mo *
Speed Score: Slower than 79% of all internet options in North Carolina
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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Statesville
OpenBroadband LLC’s fixed wireless service may suit a basic-use household that mainly browses the web, checks email, and streams occasionally. The Lbr Fixed Wireless plan offers up to 100 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 21/100, indicating limited performance compared with alternatives and the city’s 54 average top-speed score. It covers 29.4% of Statesville, so check availability at your address and consider checking other providers first if your household needs faster, more consistent service.
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 OpenBroadband LLC
OpenBroadband LLC is best suited to a small household with basic browsing, email, and light streaming needs, offering fixed wireless service up to 100 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload. Its below-average Speed Score of 21 and availability across about 29% of Statesville make it worth checking for your address, but households with several heavy users should look for faster options first.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Carolina West Wireless
Speeds up to 25 Mbps
Plans start at $50 /mo *
Speed Score: Slower than 94% of all internet options in North Carolina
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
Adequate
Poor
Adequate
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Statesville
What you get for the monthly price is up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload through licensed fixed wireless, a limited-performance value best suited to basic connectivity. The plan reaches 10.5% of Statesville and has a Speed Score of 6/100, so check availability at your address and consider checking other providers first for stronger performance.
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 Carolina West Wireless
The monthly cost gets you licensed fixed wireless service with speeds up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload, which is adequate for basic browsing but may feel limited for streaming, multiple users, or work from home. Carolina West Wireless is available across about 11% of Statesville census blocks, so check your address for faster alternatives before choosing it, especially if your household has modern internet needs.
Available Plans
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 Statesville
Starlink uses satellite internet, offering up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload on its Residential Max plan, with a 76/100 Speed Score that is above Statesville’s city average. That makes it a competitive option for streaming, video calls, and everyday use, though satellite connections can have higher latency than wired technologies. The Residential Max plan is available to 100% of the city, but confirm your address because plan availability and real-world performance can vary.
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 can provide broad access for streaming, work, and everyday browsing, with Starlink offering up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130 per month, though its higher latency may be noticeable for competitive gaming and some video calls. It is available across 100.0% of Statesville, making it a useful option where wired service is unavailable, but check for fiber or cable at your address first because those technologies generally provide a better experience for modern households.
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 Statesville
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet Fusion buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 21/100 Speed Score is below the city average of 54. Satellite service offers limited performance compared with alternatives, so consider checking other providers at your address first, even though Fusion is available to 100.0% of Statesville.
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 starts at $39.99 per month for up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload, while $49.99 Select offers up to 50 Mbps download and $94.99 Fusion offers up to 100 Mbps download, making the service reasonably priced for basic use but less compelling for demanding modern needs, especially after introductory pricing ends. All three satellite plans are available to 100.0% of Statesville, but satellite latency and limited performance can affect streaming, gaming, and video calls, so check your address for faster fiber, cable, or other options first.
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 Statesville
Viasat is a limited-performance satellite option compared with the alternatives available in Statesville, so consider checking other providers at your address first. Its Viasat Essentials plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with a Speed Score of 19/100, below the city average of 54, and is available to 100% of the city. Viasat Unleashed is slower at up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 15/100 for $99.99 per month.
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 workable backup, but it should not be your first choice for modern internet needs because its satellite plans are below average, with Viasat Essentials offering up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month and a Speed Score of 19/100. It reaches 100% of Statesville, but satellite service can have high latency, so check your address for faster fiber, cable, or other local options first, especially for streaming, gaming, or multiple users.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Statesville
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
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload57Our score$85Per 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~69.9%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~69.9%CoverageCable
- 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~44%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~44%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~44%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~34%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- StarlinkResidential 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload21Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- HughesNetFusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo100 MbpsDownload21Our score$94.99$119.99Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
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 Statesville
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Spectrum Internet 100 at $30/mo for 12 months, reaching about 70% of Statesville.
Its 100 Mbps cable tier balances price and shared-use capacity in Brookwood, Signal Hill, and East Broad.
Check first: The promotional rate is for new residential customers and requires address-level qualification.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Zirrus fiber up to 6,000 Mbps where available, reaching about 22% of Statesville.
Its symmetrical 6,000 Mbps tier is the fastest option for demanding video calls and uploads.
Check first: Zirrus reaches only about 22% citywide, so confirm service at your address.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Spectrum cable up to 1,000 Mbps, reaching about 70% of Statesville.
Its gigabit cable tier offers broad high-speed availability for simultaneous streaming, downloads, and gaming.
Check first: The 1,000 Mbps cable tier reaches about 70%, not Spectrum's entire footprint.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose Starlink Residential 100 at $55/mo, available everywhere in Statesville.
Starlink's 100 Mbps plan reaches every address when wired and fixed-wireless options miss your home.
Check first: The $55/mo price is a plan rate; verify equipment and service terms before ordering.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Statesville
Brookwood 28677
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Spectrum reaches about 59% in Brookwood, while AT&T fiber reaches about 29% at up to 5,000 Mbps.
Signal Hill 28625
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Cable and streaming.
Spectrum reaches about 55% in Signal Hill, while Zirrus fiber reaches about 25% at up to 6,000 Mbps.
ZIP 28687
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Highest listed cable reach.
Spectrum reaches about 69% in ZIP 28687, while AT&T fiber reaches about 20% at up to 5,000 Mbps.
Internet providers near Statesville
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Statesville, check the neighboring market directly.
Statesville Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Statesville, NC?
Spectrum is the best overall provider, with cable up to 1,000 Mbps reaching about 70% of Statesville. Zirrus is faster where available, offering symmetrical 6,000 Mbps fiber to about 22% of the city, so check your address before choosing.
What is the fastest internet in Statesville, NC?
Zirrus is fastest where available, with 6,000/6,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 22% of Statesville. Spectrum is the best overall choice, with cable up to 1,000 Mbps reaching about 70%, but Zirrus remains the faster option at qualifying addresses.
Which internet provider covers the most of Statesville, NC?
Among non-satellite providers, Spectrum has the largest overall footprint at about 72% of Statesville, with cable tiers reaching about 70%. Starlink, HughesNet, and Viasat are available everywhere, making satellite the fallback when wired service does not reach an address.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Statesville, NC?
Spectrum Internet 100 is the cheapest plan at $30/mo promotional pricing for 100 Mbps, reaching about 70% of Statesville. The offer lasts 12 months for new residential customers without Spectrum service during the past 30 days and is not available in all areas.
Can I get fiber internet in Statesville?
Four listed providers offer fiber technology in Statesville: AT&T, Spectrum, Zirrus, and Hotwire Communications. Availability varies sharply, from Zirrus fiber reaching about 22% and AT&T fiber about 14% to Hotwire's 1% to 2%, so verify your address.
What internet speed do I need in Statesville?
A 100 Mbps plan is a practical starting point for smaller households, and Spectrum Internet 100 reaches about 70% of Statesville. Larger households streaming, gaming, or working remotely may prefer Spectrum's 500 or 1,000 Mbps tiers where available.
Is fast fiber internet available in Brookwood?
AT&T fiber reaches about 29% of ZIP 28677 in Brookwood, with speeds listed up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps. Spectrum reaches about 59% there, so check whether your address qualifies for fiber before selecting the broader cable option.
How We Analyze Internet in Statesville
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 Statesville report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Statesville
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.