Internet providers in Sanford, NC

Internet in Sanford

Moving towns or switching internet providers can be confusing and stressful. Comparing internet providers against the averages in the Sanford area can help you choose the right internet and get back to your life.

Sanford Residential Internet Coverage

Sanford residents are well-educated. The medium size city is home to both blue- and white-collar workers who are generally lower-middle income. They depend on their internet services to help propel them up their career ladder and connect with the community. Although 91% of North Carolina can connect to high-speed internet 100% of Sanford has access to this service.

Charter offers cable internet to 100% of Sanford homes. 5% of homes along Rtes. 501 and 421 can also opt for cable from Time Warner Spectrum. Users who prefer DSL can connect via Windstream. They reach 98% of homes. Fiber optics are not yet available to residents.

In addition to the options offered to residents, 1% businesses in Sanford can access fiber optics from either MCNC or Level 3 Communication

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Average download speed
120.48 Mbps

Average upload speed
22.49 Mbps

Average latency (ping)
49.76 ms

Average jitter
22.75 ms

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Summary of Sanford internet providers

Provider	Type	Download speeds up to	User rating	Order online
T-Mobile Home Internet	5G Home	245 Mbps	4.0/5	View Plans for T-Mobile Home Internet
Spectrum	Cable	1000 Mbps (wireless speeds may vary)	3.5/5	View Plans for Spectrum
Ting	Fiber	1000 Mbps	4.5/5	View Plans for Ting
Verizon Home Internet	5G Home	300 Mbps	4/5	View Plans for Verizon Home Internet
Windstream	DSL	2000 Mbps	3.5/5	View Plans for Windstream
Rural Roam	LTE Home	99 Mbps	N/A	View Plans for Rural Roam