LEXINGTON, SC INTERNET
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Shop and compare 13 internet providers for Lexington, SC
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedThe highest ceiling here is fiber, with up to 5000/5000 Mbps from AT&T and Comporium Midlands CLEC, 2000/2000 from Kinetic and Ripple Fiber, and 1000/1000 from CarolinaConnect. Check fiber first: AT&T covers 36.8% citywide, with its 5000 Mbps fiber tier reaching about 2%; CarolinaConnect covers 37.6%, with 1000/1000 fiber around 38%; and Kinetic covers 59.4%, with 2000/2000 fiber about 13% and 1000/1000 about 16%. Comporium Midlands CLEC covers 21.4% overall and offers up to 5000/5000 fiber, while Ripple Fiber and Lumos add smaller fiber footprints listed at about 11% and 4%. Fiber is genuinely worthwhile for heavy work from home, huge uploads, competitive gaming, or a house full of devices. Cable is the strong everyday alternative, with Spectrum covering 76.7% of Lexington and its up to 1000/35 Mbps cable tier reaching about 76%, while Comporium’s cable reaches about 2% at up to 1000/50 Mbps. In Whiteford Lakes, 29072, and ZIP 29071, Comporium fiber leads locally, but students at Midlands Technical College, including those near Saluda River Club, The Preserve at Rolling Hills, and Hendrix Crossing, should check for old copper wiring and ask whether cable is the cheaper, smarter choice. If neither wired option reaches your exact address, fixed wireless or satellite like Starlink is the fallback, so confirm coverage and fiber wiring for your specific apartment unit.
Best plan here: Internet 2 Gig — faster than 97% of all internet options in South Carolina
- Internet 2 GigCable2,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$80Per month
- Internet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/moCable1,000 MbpsDownload89Our score$60Per month
- Internet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/moCable500 MbpsDownload78Our score$40Per month
- Internet AdvantageCable100 MbpsDownload50Our score$30Per month
Source: Spectrum official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lexington
Spectrum’s up to 2,000 Mbps Internet 2 Gig cable plan can handle large households, 4K streaming, gaming, and many connected devices at once. With a Speed Score of 97/100, it is a solid, highly competitive cable option compared with Lexington’s average top speed score of 80. Spectrum reaches 76.7% of Lexington, while the listed plans reach 76.2%, so confirm cable availability at your exact address before signing up.
About Spectrum
Spectrum’s Internet 2 Gig offers up to 2000 Mbps over cable, making it a strong choice for busy households with heavy streaming, gaming, and work needs. Spectrum reaches 76.7% of Lexington, while its cable plans reach 76.2%, so check your exact address for the excellent up to 2000 Mbps option, with Internet Premier at up to 500 Mbps as a lower-cost alternative.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: 5G Home Plus — faster than 78% of all internet options in South Carolina
- 5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless1,000 MbpsDownload78Our score$45Per month
- 5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload78Our score$35Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lexington
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service can support everyday streaming, browsing, and video calls, with 5G Home offering up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload and 5G Home Plus offering up to 1,000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, both with a 78/100 Speed Score. Availability depends on your exact address: each plan reaches 56.6% of Lexington, while Verizon’s overall coverage is 61.0% of the city, so check your address, and remember that fixed wireless can be more affected by signal and congestion than wired connections.
About Verizon
Verizon uses 5G Fixed Wireless, offering good, better-than-average speeds that can handle streaming, video calls, and everyday work, though performance can vary by location. 5G Home Plus offers up to 1000 Mbps down and 75 Mbps up for $45/mo promotional, then $70/mo, while 5G Home offers up to 300 Mbps down and 75 Mbps up for $35/mo promotional, then $60/mo; Verizon reaches 61.0% of Lexington, but both plans are available to 56.6%, so confirm your exact address before counting on service.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
CarolinaConnect Cooperative Inc
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 96% of all internet options in South Carolina
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lexington
For the monthly price, CarolinaConnect Cooperative Inc offers excellent value with fiber speeds up to 1000 Mbps down and 1000 Mbps up, earning a 96/100 speed score that is well above Lexington’s 80 average. Fiber is the option to want for fast, low-latency performance, but its reach is limited to 37.6% of the city, so check whether this top-tier connection is available at your exact address.
About CarolinaConnect Cooperative Inc
At its listed monthly price, CarolinaConnect Cooperative Inc offers excellent value with fiber service up to 1000 Mbps both ways and a Speed Score of 96/100. Fiber is the option to want for demanding work, streaming, and gaming, but its 37.6% Lexington coverage means you should check your exact address before counting on availability.
Available Plans
Fiber
Comporium Midlands CLEC
Speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in South Carolina
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lexington
Fiber is the connection to want for streaming, gaming, work, and many connected devices, with Comporium Midlands CLEC offering up to 5,000 Mbps both ways at a 99/100 speed score and up to 1,000 Mbps both ways at 96/100, making it a top-tier option. Its cable plan is also a solid option at up to 1,000 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload with an 86/100 score, while the up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload copper plan scores just 4/100 and has limited performance compared to alternatives. Comporium Midlands CLEC reaches 21.4% of Lexington, but the best technology may not reach your exact address, so check availability before choosing, especially if copper is the only option shown.
About Comporium Midlands CLEC
Fiber is the option to want for demanding work, streaming, gaming, and multiple devices, with up to 5000 Mbps both ways on a plan reaching 25.1% of census blocks. Comporium Midlands CLEC reaches 21.4% of Lexington overall, but availability is address-dependent: its up to 1000 Mbps fiber plan reaches 1.6% of census blocks, cable reaches 1.9%, and the up to 10/1 Mbps copper fallback is suitable mainly for basic browsing, so check for fiber first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Cable
Fiber
Copper
Best plan here: Amplified Home Internet — faster than 78% of all internet options in South Carolina
- Amplified Home Internet$60/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload78Our score$60Per month
- All-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload78Our score$70Per month
- Rely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless354 MbpsDownload78Our score$50Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lexington
Households seeking solid streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing can find a practical fit with T-Mobile’s 5G Fixed Wireless service, offering up to 498 Mbps and a 78/100 Speed Score on Amplified and All-In, or up to 354 Mbps on Rely. That is good performance, though slightly below Lexington’s 80 average, and fixed wireless can be more variable than wired connections. T-Mobile reaches 86.0% of Lexington, but these plans are available to 47.8% of the city, so confirm service at your exact address.
About T-Mobile
T-Mobile suits households that want good everyday internet without a wired connection, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 498 Mbps and a Speed Score of 78/100, including a $60/mo promotional option that rises to $70/mo. Although T-Mobile reaches 86.0% of Lexington, these home internet plans are available to 47.8% of the city, so check your exact address before ordering and keep in mind that fixed wireless may be less consistent than cable or fiber.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Comporium Midlands
Speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in South Carolina
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lexington
Comporium Midlands reaches 21.4% of Lexington, so whether you can get its service depends heavily on your address. Fiber is the connection to want where it reaches, offering up to 5,000 Mbps download and upload with a 99/100 speed score across 17.7% of the city, while its up to 1,000 Mbps symmetrical fiber plan scores 96/100 and reaches 0.2%. Check your exact address for fiber availability, since the copper option reaches 5.3% and offers only up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload with a 4/100 score, making it worth checking other providers first.
About Comporium Midlands
Comporium Midlands reaches 21.4% of Lexington, so your odds of getting service are limited and you will need to check your address. Fiber is the option to want here, with up to 5,000 Mbps both ways reaching 17.7% of census blocks and up to 1,000 Mbps both ways reaching 0.2%, while the fallback copper plan offers only up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload, which may not be sufficient for modern internet needs.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Fiber
Kinetic by Windstream
Speeds 100–2,000 Mbps
Plans range $24.99–$89.99 /mo *
Best plan here: Fiber 2 Gig — faster than 97% of all internet options in South Carolina
- Fiber 2 GigFiber2,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$79.99Per month
- Fiber Max 2 GigFiber2,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$89.99Per month
- Fiber 1 GigFiber1,000 MbpsDownload96Our score$59.99Per month
- Fiber 300 MbpsFiber300 MbpsDownload78Our score$39.99Per month
- Fiber 100 MbpsFiber100 MbpsDownload72Our score$24.99Per month
Source: Kinetic by Windstream official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lexington
At $59.99/mo, Kinetic by Windstream’s Fiber 1 Gig plan offers up to 1000 Mbps with a 96/100 Speed Score, making it a strong value for demanding home use, while the $79.99/mo Fiber 2 Gig plan raises the ceiling to up to 2000 Mbps with a 97/100 score. Fiber is a top-tier option and the connection to want where it reaches your address, but these fiber plans are available to only 15.8% of Lexington, even though Kinetic reaches 59.4% of the city overall. Check your exact address to see whether fiber is available, since Kinetic’s top score is well above Lexington’s 80 average.
About Kinetic by Windstream
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Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Best plan here: AT&T Fiber 5 GIG — faster than 78% of all internet options in South Carolina
- AT&T Fiber 5 GIG$95/mo for the first 12 months, then $135/moFiber5,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$95Per month
- AT&T Fiber 1 GIG$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/moFiber1,000 MbpsDownload96Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 500$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $75/moFiber500 MbpsDownload78Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Internet Air$55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload78Our score$55Per month
- AT&T Fiber 300$35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/moFiber300 MbpsDownload78Our score$35Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lexington
AT&T offers strong value, starting at $35/mo for up to 300 Mbps on fiber and reaching up to 5,000 Mbps for $95/mo, with Speed Scores of 78 and 99 respectively; its 1 GIG plan costs $50/mo for up to 1,000 Mbps and scores 96. Fiber is the option to want and an excellent choice for low-latency, symmetrical performance, but these fiber plans reach only 2.5% of Lexington, while Internet Air reaches 30.4% with up to 300 Mbps and a Speed Score of 78. Check your exact address because AT&T reaches 36.8% of the city overall, and the top-tier fiber may not be available at your location.
About AT&T
AT&T reaches 36.8% of Lexington and offers strong value, starting at $35/mo for up to 300 Mbps, while up to 1,000 Mbps costs $50/mo for the first 12 months then $90/mo, and up to 5,000 Mbps costs $95/mo for the first 12 months then $135/mo. Fiber is the connection to want, with excellent up to 300, 500, 1,000, and 5,000 Mbps speeds, but each fiber plan reaches only 2.5% of the city, so check your exact address before choosing AT&T. Where fiber is unavailable, Internet Air fixed wireless offers up to 300 Mbps for $55/mo, then $60/mo, across 30.4% of the city, making it an adequate fallback that may be less consistent for demanding modern use.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Fiber
Ripple Fiber
Speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 97% of all internet options in South Carolina
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lexington
Ripple Fiber reaches 10.7% of Lexington, so many shoppers will need to verify availability at their exact address. Where available, its fiber plan offers up to 2000 Mbps down and 2000 Mbps up, with a 97/100 Speed Score, making it an excellent, top-tier option for demanding home use. That 2000 Mbps tier reaches 10.7% of the city, so fiber is the connection to want, but its limited footprint makes an address check essential.
About Ripple Fiber
Ripple Fiber reaches 10.7% of Lexington, so your odds of getting service depend heavily on your address. Its fiber plan reaches 10.7% of census blocks and offers up to 2000 Mbps both ways with a Speed Score of 97/100, making it an excellent option for demanding use, so check your exact address to see whether this top-tier fiber service is available.
Available Plans
Fiber
Lumos
Speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Plans start at $50 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in South Carolina
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lexington
Lumos reaches 3.9% of Lexington, so your odds of getting service depend heavily on your address. Where available, its fiber plan is a top-tier option, offering up to 5000 Mbps download and 5000 Mbps upload, with a 99/100 speed score versus the city’s 80 average; that plan reaches 3.9% of the city. Check your exact address to confirm whether Lumos fiber is available, since the excellent performance is limited to its small footprint.
About Lumos
Lumos reaches 3.9% of Lexington, so your chances of getting its service are limited and you will need to check your exact address. Where available, its fiber plan is the option to want, offering up to 5000 Mbps download and upload with a 99/100 Speed Score, but that excellent connection is limited to 3.9% of census blocks.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: Residential – Max — faster than 72% of all internet options in South Carolina
- Residential – MaxSatellite400 MbpsDownload72Our score$130Per month
- Residential – 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload49Our score$85Per month
- Residential – 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload49Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lexington
Satellite internet can support browsing, streaming, and video calls, but higher latency and variable performance make it more limited than wired connections for day-to-day use. Starlink’s Residential – Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps with a 72/100 speed score, while its Residential – 200 Mbps and Residential – 100 Mbps plans score 49/100 at up to 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps, respectively, all below Lexington’s 80 average top speed score. Starlink reaches 100.0% of Lexington, but satellite is best treated as a fallback where wired service is unavailable, so check other providers at your exact address first.
About Starlink
Satellite internet can reach homes that wired networks miss, but its higher latency may make video calls, gaming, and other real-time activities less consistent than fiber or cable. Starlink covers 100.0% of Lexington and offers up to 400 Mbps for $130/mo, up to 200 Mbps for $85/mo, or up to 100 Mbps for $55/mo, so it is a practical fallback, though you should check your exact address for faster wired options first.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Elite — slower than 66% of all internet options in South Carolina
- Elite$64.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $89.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload34Our score$64.99Per month
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload34Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload34Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload34Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lexington
HughesNet’s $39.99/mo Lite plan buys up to 25 Mbps, while Select costs $49.99/mo for up to 50 Mbps and Elite costs $64.99/mo for up to 100 Mbps during the first 12 months, with higher prices afterward. All plans are satellite and reach 100.0% of Lexington, but their 34/100 Speed Score is well below the city’s 80 average, with higher latency and more limited performance than other technologies. Satellite can serve addresses wired providers miss, but shoppers should check what else is available at their exact address first.
About HughesNet
At $64.99/mo for the first 12 months, HughesNet’s Elite plan buys up to 100 Mbps, then costs $89.99/mo, while all of its satellite plans have a below-average Speed Score of 34/100. It reaches 100.0% of Lexington and can be a useful fallback where wired internet is unavailable, but satellite’s latency and modest speeds may not suit modern streaming, gaming, or work needs, so check for faster cable or fiber options at your exact address first.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 66% of all internet options in South Carolina
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload34Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload34Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lexington
Viasat Inc is a fallback option in Lexington, not a top-performing choice. Its satellite plans offer up to 55 Mbps download and up to 4 Mbps upload for $69.99/mo with Viasat Essentials, or up to 34 Mbps download and up to 4 Mbps upload for $99.99/mo with Viasat Unleashed, and both score 34/100 versus the city’s average top speed score of 80. Viasat reaches 100.0% of the city, and both plans are available across 100.0%, but satellite’s high latency and limited performance make it worth checking other providers at your address first.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly a fallback option, so check your address for faster cable or fiber service before choosing it. Its satellite plans reach 100.0% of Lexington, but Viasat Essentials offers only 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 with a below-average Speed Score of 34/100 and the limitations of satellite service.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in Lexington
All 28 product lines from 8 providers that actually serve this city, with the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 28 plans
- SpectrumInternet 2 Gig2,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$80Per month~76.2%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential – Max400 MbpsDownload72Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- SpectrumInternet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload89Our score$60$70Per month~76.2%CoverageCable
- SpectrumInternet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/mo500 MbpsDownload78Our score$40$50Per month~76.2%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential – 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload49Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential – 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload49Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Verizon5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo300 MbpsDownload78Our score$35$60Per month~56.6%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- Verizon5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload78Our score$45$70Per month~56.6%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- SpectrumInternet Advantage100 MbpsDownload50Our score$30Per month~76.2%CoverageCable
- T-MobileRely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo354 MbpsDownload78Our score$50$60Per month~47.8%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
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 Lexington
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Check your address for fiber first; otherwise choose Spectrum cable for strong shared-home capacity.
Spectrum's 1,000/35 Mbps cable tier reaches about 76% of Lexington.
Check first: Fiber footprints are small, so confirm availability before choosing a plan.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Check fiber first from CarolinaConnect, Kinetic, AT&T, or Comporium; use Spectrum cable where fiber is unavailable.
Kinetic's symmetrical 2,000/2,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 13% of the city.
Check first: Upload performance depends on the technology available at your exact address.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Check fiber first for gaming and streaming; choose Spectrum cable as the widely available fallback.
Spectrum's 1,000/35 Mbps tier reaches about 76% of the city, while fiber remains address-limited.
Check first: The fastest fiber tiers reach limited portions of Lexington, so verify your exact address.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Check your address for fiber first; if unavailable, compare Spectrum cable, then fixed wireless before satellite.
Satellite reaches 100%, while T-Mobile reaches 86% overall and Verizon reaches 61%.
Check first: Wireless speeds vary by address; satellite is the fallback, not the preferred connection.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in Lexington
Whiteford Lakes
Comporium Midlands CLEC is currently the strongest option for 5 Gig fiber.
Comporium fiber reaches 38.1% of Whiteford Lakes, ahead of Ripple Fiber at 14.5% and Spectrum cable at 12.1%.
ZIP 29073
Comporium Midlands CLEC is currently the strongest option for 5 Gig fiber.
Comporium fiber leads at 25.6%, followed by Spectrum cable at 24.7% and CarolinaConnect fiber at 18.6%.
ZIP 29071
Comporium Midlands CLEC is currently the strongest option for 5 Gig fiber.
Comporium fiber reaches 67.4% here, the strongest listed ZIP footprint; Ripple Fiber follows at 13.0%.
Internet providers near Lexington
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Lexington, check the neighboring market directly.
Lexington Internet FAQs
Who has the fastest internet in Lexington, SC?
Comporium Midlands CLEC and AT&T offer the fastest advertised service, 5,000/5,000 Mbps, where fiber is available—about 25% and 2% of Lexington, respectively. Check your address first because those fiber reaches are tier-specific, not each provider's overall city coverage.
Can I get fiber in Lexington, SC?
Yes—fiber reaches about 38% of Lexington through CarolinaConnect, while Kinetic fiber reaches about 13% and AT&T's 5-Gig fiber about 2%. Availability is address-specific, so check fiber first before selecting widely available Spectrum cable or fixed wireless.
What is the cheapest internet in Lexington, SC?
Kinetic by Windstream has the lowest advertised starting price, $24.99/mo, with 59.4% citywide provider coverage. Treat it as a promotional starting rate, and compare address-level fiber availability before considering Spectrum's $30/mo promotional starting rate.
What internet speed do I need in Lexington, SC?
For a busy household, target up to 1,000 Mbps; Spectrum's 1,000/35 Mbps cable tier reaches about 76% of Lexington, while faster fiber is available at select addresses. Check fiber first for symmetrical uploads, then use Spectrum where fiber does not reach.
Can I get fiber in Whiteford Lakes?
Yes—Comporium Midlands CLEC fiber reaches 38.1% of Whiteford Lakes, Ripple Fiber reaches 14.5%, and Spectrum cable reaches 12.1%. Check your exact address for fiber first, especially Comporium or Ripple, before defaulting to cable.
How We Analyze Internet in Lexington
FCC Broadband Data
We use the FCC National Broadband Map, updated twice a year with provider-reported coverage at the census block level.
Speed Score
Our proprietary score weights technology type (fiber=100%, cable=85%, etc.) with download (70%) and upload (30%) speeds, ranked as a state percentile.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Lexington report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Lexington
How We Calculate Speed Score
Our Speed Score is a state-level percentile ranking (0-100) that shows how a provider’s service compares to all other internet options available in your state.
The Formula:
We calculate a raw performance score using:
Technology Factor × (Download Speed × 70% + Upload Speed × 30%)
Technology Factors:
Not all connections are equal. We weight each technology based on real-world reliability and performance:
- Fiber: 100% – Fastest, most reliable technology
- Cable: 85% – High speeds, shared neighborhood bandwidth
- Fixed Wireless (Licensed): 70% – Dedicated spectrum, weather-dependent
- Copper/DSL: 65% – Distance-limited, aging infrastructure
- Fixed Wireless (Unlicensed): 60% – Shared spectrum, variable performance
- Satellite (LEO): 40% – Low-earth orbit (e.g., Starlink), higher latency
- Satellite (GEO): 15% – Geostationary orbit, significant latency
Percentile Ranking:
After calculating raw scores, we rank every service option in your state by geographic coverage (census blocks served). A score of 85 means this service performs better than 85% of all internet options available in your state.
Data Source: FCC National Broadband Map data, updated twice a year.
How We Calculate Capabilities
Estimated Capabilities predict how well each internet plan supports common household activities based on speed requirements and connection type.
Rating Scale:
- Excellent – Optimal performance, handles peak usage easily
- Good – Reliable performance with minimal issues
- Fair – Functional but may experience slowdowns during heavy use
- Poor – Not recommended; expect frequent buffering or lag
How We Rate Each Category:
Streaming
Based on download speed. 4K streaming requires 25+ Mbps per stream; HD requires 5+ Mbps. We account for multiple simultaneous streams.
Multi-device
Evaluates total bandwidth capacity divided by typical household device count (phones, tablets, smart TVs, computers). Fiber and cable handle many devices better than DSL or satellite.
Gaming
Considers both upload speed (for sending game data) and latency (ping time). Fiber and cable excel here; satellite connections struggle due to inherent signal delay.
Whole Home
Assesses whether the connection can reliably serve an entire household during peak evening hours. Factors in technology type (shared vs. dedicated bandwidth) and total speed capacity.
Note: Actual performance depends on your specific location, network congestion, and equipment quality.