Best Internet Providers in Chowan County, NC
All 9 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Chowan County, NC
Chowan County has 9 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 Chowan County.
Ranks compare Chowan County with the 100 North Carolina counties.
The Best Internet in Chowan County, NC at a Glance
Chowan County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Brightspeed
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
Mediacom
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
Fixed Wireless
Roanoke Connect
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Focus
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 Chowan County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Chowan County, NC?
Focus Broadband is the highest-rated internet provider in Chowan County based on 104 North 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.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Chowan 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 Chowan County
- Focus - fiber coverage map
- Roanoke Connect - fiber coverage map
- Mediacom - cable coverage map
- Brightspeed - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Mediacom - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Brightspeed - dsl coverage map
- Mediacom - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Brightspeed - fixed wireless coverage map
How Chowan County Compares to the Rest of North Carolina
Chowan County's report card score is tied 20th of 100 and its connectivity index is tied 59th of 100.
| Measure | Chowan County | Rank among North Carolina counties | North Carolina | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 94.5% | 11th of 100 | 78.0% | 71.5% | Davie County (99.8%) |
| Average top speed | 3,481 Mbps | 24th of 100 | 3,577 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Greene County (8,030 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 5.8 | Tied 64th of 100 | 7.3 | 7.1 | Buncombe County (9.2) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | |||||
| People per household | 2.3 | Tied 66th of 100 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Union County (3.0) |
| Workers who work from home | 9% | Tied 55th of 100 | 16% | 15% | Mecklenburg County and Wake County (29%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 94% | Tied 32nd of 100 | 95% | 96% | Carteret County and Dare County and 3 more (98%) |
| Homes with internet | 89% | Tied 35th of 100 | 91% | 91% | Wake County (96%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 67% | Tied 59th of 100 | 77% | 76% | Wake County (86%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 62% | Tied 89th of 100 | 80% | 81% | Orange County and Wake County (90%) |
| Median household income | $63,897 | 50th of 100 | $83,207 | $93,246 | Union County ($119,553) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 10% | Tied 91st of 100 | 16% | 16% | Watauga County (36%) |
Fiber reaches 94.5% of homes in Chowan County, against 78.0% across North Carolina. Households in Chowan County are smaller than the US average (2.3 people against 2.7); 9% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $63,897 (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 Chowan County Compares to Its Neighbors
Chowan County has 5 neighbors. Among them, Gates County has the most homes with fiber (99.3%) and Washington County the fewest (77.8%); Chowan County has 94.5%.
Map of Chowan County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
Hover over or tap a county for its numbers, and click through to its page.
Chowan County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chowan County (this page) | 13,708 | 94.5% | 3,481 Mbps | 5.8 | B | 43/100 |
| Hertford County | 21,552 | 84.4% | 1,761 Mbps | 5.4 | B- | 28/100 |
| Bertie County | 17,934 | 80.6% | 1,619 Mbps | 4.8 | C+ | 17/100 |
| Perquimans County | 13,005 | 91.4% | 4,151 Mbps | 6.3 | B+ | 40/100 |
| Washington County | 11,003 | 77.8% | 1,609 Mbps | 4.6 | C+ | 23/100 |
| Gates County | 10,478 | 99.3% | 1,991 Mbps | 5.3 | B | 37/100 |
Internet in Chowan County by City and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 92.4% of homes in Edenton to 100.0% in Hancock. Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in Chowan County
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edenton | 9,688 | 92.4% | 2,930 Mbps | 5.9 | B | 50/100 |
| Tyner | 1,843 | 99.0% | 4,981 Mbps | 4.8 | B+ | 20/100 |
| Hancock | 1,035 | 100.0% | 4,307 Mbps | 6.3 | A- | 36/100 |
| St. Johns | 617 | 100.0% | 4,942 Mbps | 6.9 | A- | 47/100 |
| Rockyhock | 149 | 100.0% | 5,000 Mbps | 5.7 | A- | 40/100 |
| Cisco | 86 | 100.0% | 5,000 Mbps | 7 | A- | 37/100 |
| Valhalla | 72 | 100.0% | 5,000 Mbps | 3 | B | 27/100 |
ZIP codes in Chowan County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27932 (Edenton) | 11,756 | 93.6% | 3,225 Mbps | 6 | B | 48/100 |
| 27980 (Tyner) | 1,945 | 97.4% | 4,900 Mbps | 4.7 | B | 24/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Chowan 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, Focus Broadband 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 Chowan County
| Focus Broadband | 5,000 |
|---|---|
| Brightspeed | 2,000 |
| Roanoke Connect | 2,000 |
| Mediacom | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
How fast is your internet?
Test your connection here and see it next to the speeds providers advertise in Chowan County. It takes about 20 seconds and, on a fast line, can move a few hundred MB of data.
Customer Ratings for Chowan County Internet Providers
Based on 104 reviews from North Carolina internet customers, Focus Broadband is the best internet service provider for Chowan County residents. Focus Broadband was rated at an average of 4.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. AT&T wins for second-place in North Carolina, with 3.73 out of 5 stars and 38.8% coverage in Chowan County.
At a national level, based on 2398 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 Chowan County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Chowan County, North Carolina, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Chowan County Overall | North Carolina Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus | (0) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (59) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (13) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (17) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (0) | (0) | (93) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Roanoke Connect | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Chowan County
Based on data reported by Chowan County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through Focus Broadband. The company offers speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in Chowan County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 5,000 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 | Chowan County Speed | North Carolina Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (0) | (59) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Focus | (0) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (13) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (17) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (0) | (0) | (93) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Roanoke Connect | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Chowan County?
Of the providers in Chowan County, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Chowan County where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across North Carolina or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
T-Mobile Home Internet is rated 4.23 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. Focus Broadband is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.80 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Chowan County, North Carolina, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Chowan County
| ISP / Tech Type | Chowan County Affordability | North Carolina Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (13) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Focus | (0) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (59) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (17) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (0) | (0) | (93) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Roanoke Connect | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Chowan County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Chowan County?
Roanoke Connect Fiber in Chowan County, NC
Availability:
59.4%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Roanoke Connect offers Fiber service to 59.4% of Chowan County homes. Across the county, Roanoke Connect Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Focus Fiber in Chowan County, NC
Availability:
51.2%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
5,000 Mbps
Focus Broadband offers Fiber service to 51.2% of Chowan County homes. Across the county, Focus Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Brightspeed Fiber in Chowan County, NC
Availability:
10.3%
Customer Rating:
(31)
Avg. Download Speed
1,850 Mbps
Brightspeed offers Fiber service to 10.3% of Chowan County homes. Across the county, Brightspeed Fiber has speeds up to 1,850 Mbps, with speeds from 940 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Brightspeed Fiber. Brightspeed Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Chowan County from Brightspeed in terms of customer satisfaction.
Mediacom Fiber in Chowan County, NC
Availability:
9.7%
Customer Rating:
(7)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Mediacom offers Fiber service to 9.7% of Chowan County homes. Across the county, Mediacom Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Chowan County?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Chowan County, NC
Availability:
88.3%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
70 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 88.3% of Chowan 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 70 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 13 Mbps throughout the county.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Chowan County, NC
Availability:
67.0%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
238 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 67.0% of Chowan County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 238 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 17 Mbps throughout the county.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Chowan County, NC
Availability:
38.8%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
44 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 38.8% of Chowan County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 44 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 7.2 Mbps throughout the county.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Chowan County, NC
Availability:
38.8%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
44 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 38.8% of Chowan County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 44 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 7.2 Mbps throughout the county.
Mediacom Fixed Wireless in Chowan County, NC
Availability:
33.4%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
80 Mbps
Mediacom offers Fixed Wireless service to 33.4% of Chowan County homes. Across the county, Mediacom Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 80 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 15 Mbps throughout the county.
Brightspeed Fixed Wireless in Chowan County, NC
Availability:
12.4%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
Brightspeed offers Fixed Wireless service to 12.4% of Chowan County homes. Across the county, Brightspeed Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 10 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Chowan County?
Mediacom Cable in Chowan County, NC
Availability:
70.9%
Customer Rating:
(82)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Mediacom offers Cable service to 70.9% of Chowan County homes. Across the county, Mediacom Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Chowan County?
Brightspeed DSL in Chowan County, NC
Availability:
99.6%
Customer Rating:
(43)
Avg. Download Speed
44 Mbps
Brightspeed offers DSL service to 99.6% of Chowan County homes. Across the county, Brightspeed DSL has speeds up to 44 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 10, with an average of 4.4 Mbps throughout the county. Brightspeed DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Chowan County from Brightspeed in terms of customer satisfaction.
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in North Carolina
Customer Reviews
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Spectrum Cable
November 05, 2026 Service during the day has gotten a little better. However, Spectrum does a lot of maintenance late at night and therefore the TV and Internet go out. Not happy with that since I stay up late.
ISPReports User
Ripple Fiber
November 01, 2026 Constant outages with customer service associates that barely know anything about the product
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AT&T Fiber
October 26, 2026 Price keeps going up, for the same service. Terrible internet service: 6 outages in the past month (Sept-Oct 2026) Very unreliable. If you have a problem: Customer Service is an AI bot.
ISPReports User
Spectrum
October 26, 2026 Declining since an optic company came into our housing area in zip 28110. We are displeased and considering alternatives.
ISPReports User
Brightspeed
October 23, 2026 You can not pay me enough to recommend Brightspeed. I can not believe that there are any legitimate reviews over a 2.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Chowan 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 Chowan County is Focus.
- The fastest internet provider should be Focus Broadband. 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 Chowan County is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and Brightspeed has the broadest coverage in Chowan County, available to 99.7% 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.