Best Internet Providers in Anderson County, SC
All 7 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Anderson County, SC
Anderson County has 7 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, DSL, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the county. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Anderson County.
Ranks compare Anderson County with the 46 South Carolina counties.
The Best Internet in Anderson County, SC at a Glance
Anderson County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Spectrum
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
AT&T
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
West Carolina Tel
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this county are excluded from the list. To see if one of these providers is available at your home, please use the address search above.
Speed and technology may vary by address for all providers. Please note we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers above, which does not impact the customer ratings displayed. Customer ratings listed above are national ratings, local Anderson County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Anderson County, SC?
Spectrum is the highest-rated internet provider in Anderson County based on 102 South Carolina customer reviews, and T-Mobile Home Internet has the highest rating nationwide. The provider information above and the information immediately below can help you decide. Compare provider ratings and review counts above.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Anderson County?
Coverage changes block by block. Pick a provider and a technology to see where its service reaches: the darker the area, the larger the share of homes it covers. For your exact address, use the address search above.
Coverage map for each provider in Anderson County
- West Carolina Tel - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Spectrum - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
- Vyve Broadband - cable coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Vyve Broadband - fiber coverage map
How Anderson County Compares to the Rest of South Carolina
Anderson County's report card score is tied 21st of 46 and its connectivity index is tied 14th of 46.
| Measure | Anderson County | Rank among South Carolina counties | South Carolina | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 57.1% | 39th of 46 | 75.7% | 71.5% | Marlboro County (99.3%) |
| Average top speed | 3,925 Mbps | 11th of 46 | 3,370 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | McCormick County (7,976 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 7.1 | 9th of 46 | 6.9 | 7.1 | Greenville County (8.5) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | |||||
| People per household | 2.5 | Tied 12th of 46 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Bamberg County and Dorchester County and 1 more (2.7) |
| Workers who work from home | 8% | Tied 23rd of 46 | 12% | 15% | Lancaster County (21%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 95% | Tied 11th of 46 | 95% | 96% | Beaufort County and Berkeley County and 4 more (97%) |
| Homes with internet | 89% | Tied 13th of 46 | 89% | 91% | Beaufort County (95%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 71% | Tied 15th of 46 | 73% | 76% | Beaufort County (83%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 74% | Tied 15th of 46 | 77% | 81% | Beaufort County (86%) |
| Median household income | $72,853 | 12th of 46 | $77,367 | $93,246 | York County ($100,366) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 15% | Tied 9th of 46 | 15% | 16% | Pickens County (25%) |
Fiber reaches 57.1% of homes in Anderson County, against 75.7% across South Carolina. Households in Anderson County are smaller than the US average (2.5 people against 2.7); 8% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $72,853 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
How Anderson County Compares to Its Neighbors
Anderson County has 7 neighbors, 2 of them in Georgia. Among them, Abbeville County has the most homes with fiber (97.3%) and Elbert County, GA the fewest (38.2%); Anderson County has 57.1%.
Map of Anderson County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
Hover over or tap a county for its numbers, and click through to its page.
Anderson County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anderson County (this page) | 203,718 | 57.1% | 3,925 Mbps | 7.1 | B | 53/100 |
| Greenville County | 525,534 | 80.6% | 4,103 Mbps | 8.5 | B+ | 69/100 |
| Pickens County | 131,404 | 65.9% | 4,738 Mbps | 7.7 | B | 52/100 |
| Oconee County | 78,607 | 78.2% | 5,918 Mbps | 6.7 | B | 37/100 |
| Laurens County | 67,539 | 66.1% | 1,217 Mbps | 5.4 | C+ | 40/100 |
| Hart County, GA | 25,828 | 82.6% | 1,073 Mbps | 4.5 | C | 44/100 |
| Abbeville County | 24,295 | 97.3% | 7,718 Mbps | 4.2 | B | 38/100 |
| Elbert County, GA | 19,637 | 38.2% | 830 Mbps | 5.3 | C- | 31/100 |
Internet in Anderson County by City and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 0.0% of homes in West Pelzer to 99.5% in Iva; by ZIP code, from 31.4% in 29624 (Anderson) to 99.5% in 29655 (Iva). Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in Anderson County
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anderson | 82,131 | 57.1% | 3,676 Mbps | 7.4 | B | 47/100 |
| Belton | 18,155 | 65.6% | 5,101 Mbps | 6.4 | B | 43/100 |
| Williamston | 12,787 | 42.0% | 3,699 Mbps | 6.6 | B- | 57/100 |
| Pendleton | 9,987 | 75.7% | 4,708 Mbps | 7.5 | B+ | 61/100 |
| Honea Path | 9,100 | 80.3% | 6,163 Mbps | 5.9 | B | 45/100 |
| Centerville | 7,185 | 58.5% | 3,088 Mbps | 8 | B | 50/100 |
| Iva | 6,846 | 99.5% | 8,000 Mbps | 4.4 | B+ | 38/100 |
| Homeland Park | 6,445 | 43.7% | 2,213 Mbps | 5.1 | C+ | 30/100 |
| Starr | 4,388 | 84.9% | 6,960 Mbps | 5.1 | B | 49/100 |
| Townville | 4,324 | 52.3% | 4,607 Mbps | 6.6 | B- | 43/100 |
| Northlake | 3,980 | 57.3% | 3,106 Mbps | 7.2 | B | 63/100 |
| West Pelzer | 1,529 | 0.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 7 | C- | 54/100 |
| Toney Creek | 997 | 81.8% | 4,507 Mbps | 6.6 | B | 38/100 |
| Saylors Crossroads | 600 | 100.0% | 8,000 Mbps | 5.4 | A- | 33/100 |
| Hollands Store | 301 | 97.3% | 7,814 Mbps | 4.9 | B+ | 63/100 |
| White Plains | 198 | 59.1% | 5,136 Mbps | 6.4 | B | 54/100 |
| La France | 161 | 95.7% | 6,039 Mbps | 6.6 | A- | 59/100 |
| Hammond | 59 | 100.0% | 8,000 Mbps | 8 | A | 54/100 |
ZIP codes in Anderson County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29621 (Anderson) | 44,822 | 68.5% | 4,383 Mbps | 7.8 | B+ | 56/100 |
| 29625 (Anderson) | 28,477 | 49.5% | 2,591 Mbps | 7.4 | B- | 45/100 |
| 29627 (Belton) | 18,932 | 65.9% | 5,031 Mbps | 6.3 | B | 41/100 |
| 29624 (Anderson) | 14,812 | 31.4% | 2,050 Mbps | 5.6 | C+ | 24/100 |
| 29697 (Williamston) | 13,424 | 43.0% | 3,741 Mbps | 6.6 | B- | 56/100 |
| 29626 (Anderson) | 13,091 | 62.9% | 4,722 Mbps | 7 | B | 45/100 |
| 29654 (Honea Path) | 10,079 | 82.2% | 5,942 Mbps | 5.9 | B | 44/100 |
| 29670 (Pendleton) | 9,348 | 80.8% | 4,968 Mbps | 7.5 | B+ | 61/100 |
| 29655 (Iva) | 7,519 | 99.5% | 8,000 Mbps | 4.2 | B+ | 39/100 |
| 29684 (Starr) | 4,745 | 82.6% | 6,799 Mbps | 5.1 | B | 50/100 |
| 29689 (Townville) | 4,325 | 52.4% | 4,607 Mbps | 6.6 | B- | 43/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Anderson County?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by AT&T. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, West Carolina Tel should have faster speeds at a local level. While we typically put more weight on real-world customer ratings, we display both satisfaction and technical maximum information for customers to decide for themselves.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Anderson County
| West Carolina Tel | 8,000 |
|---|---|
| AT&T | 5,000 |
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| Vyve Broadband | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Anderson County Internet Providers
Based on 102 reviews from South Carolina internet customers, Spectrum is the best internet service provider for Anderson County residents. Spectrum was rated at an average of 3.33 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. AT&T wins for second-place in South Carolina, with 3.41 out of 5 stars and 93.0% coverage in Anderson County.
At a national level, based on 4199 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.02 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Anderson County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Anderson County, South Carolina, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Anderson County Overall | South Carolina Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | (4) | (55) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (1) |  (11) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T |  (0) | (22) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) |  (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Vyve Broadband | (0) | (2) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| West Carolina Tel |  (1) | (6) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Anderson County
Based on data reported by Anderson County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through West Carolina Tel. The company offers speeds up to 8,000 Mbps in Anderson County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 8,000 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with AT&T. This indicates AT&T reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Anderson County Speed | South Carolina Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (1) | (11) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| West Carolina Tel | (1) | (6) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (22) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Vyve Broadband | (0) | (2) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (4) | (55) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Anderson County?
Of the providers in Anderson County, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Anderson County where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across South Carolina or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
AT&T is rated 3.36 out of 5 for price, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. EarthLink is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Anderson County, South Carolina, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Anderson County
| ISP / Tech Type | Anderson County Affordability | South Carolina Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (0) | (22) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Vyve Broadband | (0) | (2) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (1) | (11) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| West Carolina Tel | (1) | (6) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (4) | (55) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Anderson County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Anderson County?
West Carolina Tel Fiber in Anderson County, SC
Availability:
28.8%
Customer Rating:
(7)
Avg. Download Speed
8,000 Mbps
West Carolina Tel offers Fiber service to 28.8% of Anderson County homes. Across the county, West Carolina Tel Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
EarthLink Fiber in Anderson County, SC
Availability:
28.4%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
4,641 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 28.4% of Anderson County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,641 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for EarthLink Fiber. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Anderson County from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Anderson County, SC
Availability:
28.4%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
4,641 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 28.4% of Anderson County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,641 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for AT&T Fiber. AT&T Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Anderson County from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Spectrum Fiber in Anderson County, SC
Availability:
16.5%
Customer Rating:
(207)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 16.5% of Anderson County homes. Across the county, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Vyve Broadband Fiber in Anderson County, SC
Availability:
1.0%
Customer Rating:
(3)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Vyve Broadband offers Fiber service to 1.0% of Anderson County homes. Across the county, Vyve Broadband Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Anderson County?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Anderson County, SC
Availability:
97.1%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
57 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 97.1% of Anderson County homes. Across the county, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 57 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 10 Mbps throughout the county.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Anderson County, SC
Availability:
92.3%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
224 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 92.3% of Anderson County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 224 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 16 Mbps throughout the county.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Anderson County, SC
Availability:
76.9%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
41 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 76.9% of Anderson County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 41 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 6.5 Mbps throughout the county.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Anderson County, SC
Availability:
76.9%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
41 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 76.9% of Anderson County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 41 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 6.5 Mbps throughout the county.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Anderson County?
Spectrum Cable in Anderson County, SC
Availability:
91.5%
Customer Rating:
(1739)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 91.5% of Anderson County homes. Across the county, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Vyve Broadband Cable in Anderson County, SC
Availability:
4.0%
Customer Rating:
(16)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Vyve Broadband offers Cable service to 4.0% of Anderson County homes. Across the county, Vyve Broadband Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Anderson County?
EarthLink DSL in Anderson County, SC
Availability:
80.2%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
58 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 80.2% of Anderson County homes. Across the county, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 58 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 12 Mbps throughout the county. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Anderson County from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Anderson County, SC
Availability:
80.2%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
58 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 80.2% of Anderson County homes. Across the county, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 58 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 12 Mbps throughout the county. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Anderson County from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in South Carolina
Customer Reviews
Ben P.
West Carolina Tel Fiber
September 19, 2025 We don't get the bill until it's turned off
A Anderson, SC Customer
Spectrum Cable
June 23, 2023 RD
Spectrum Cable
April 26, 2023 My internet provider has been acceptable. Speed and price are reasonable for cable. I would love to see fiber in our area, but it has yet to happen. The main complaint I would have is that they seem to be on different pages with customer service. I continue to receive mail with signup offers, yet I am already a customer.
A Belton, SC Customer
Verizon Fixed Wireless
April 13, 2023 A Anderson, SC Customer
Spectrum Cable
March 15, 2023 Rate your provider
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Anderson County?
The right ISP for you depends upon your needs, but in general we can make the following suggestions:
- The best all-around internet service provider in Anderson County is Spectrum.
- The fastest internet provider should be West Carolina Tel. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, AT&T may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Anderson County is AT&T.
- Viasat, T-Mobile Home Internet, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Anderson County, available to 97.1% of homes, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what’s available at your home, please use our address search tool.