Best Internet Providers in Elgin, SC
All 8 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Elgin, SC
Elgin has 8 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 city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Elgin.
Ranks compare Elgin with the 1,383 US suburban and regional cities (25,000 to 49,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Elgin, SC at a Glance
Elgin 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
Verizon
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this city 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 Elgin ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Elgin, SC?
Verizon is the highest-rated internet provider in Elgin based on 127 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 Elgin?
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 Elgin
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- Truvista Fiber - fiber coverage map
- Lumos Networks - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Spectrum - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- COMPORIUM - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- COMPORIUM - cable coverage map
- COMPORIUM - dsl coverage map
How Elgin Compares to Places Its Size
Elgin's report card score is in the top 46% and its connectivity index is in the top 30%.
| Measure | Elgin | Rank among US suburban and regional cities (25,000 to 49,999 people) | Kershaw County | South Carolina | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 72.6% | bottom 38% | 76.3% | 75.7% | 71.5% | 25 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 3,396 Mbps | top 47% | 3,570 Mbps | 3,370 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Hixson, TN (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 8 | top 30% | 7 | 6.9 | 7.1 | San Lorenzo, CA (13) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.7 | top 36% | 2.6 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Kiryas Joel, NY (5.1) |
| Workers who work from home | 16% | top 37% | 9% | 12% | 15% | Venice, CA (47%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 98% | top 13% | 96% | 95% | 96% | 16 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 94% | top 38% | 91% | 89% | 91% | 13 places at 99% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 82% | top 39% | 73% | 73% | 76% | Burke, VA and Colleyville, TX and 3 more (94%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 88% | top 29% | 78% | 77% | 81% | University Park, TX (99%) |
| Median household income | $93,265 | top 49% | $72,414 | $77,367 | $93,246 | Scarsdale, NY ($244,191) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 16% | top 33% | 14% | 15% | 16% | Rexburg, ID (71%) |
Fiber reaches 72.6% of homes in Elgin, against 76.3% across Kershaw County and 75.7% across South Carolina. Households in Elgin are the same size as the US average (2.7 people against 2.7); 16% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $93,265 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Elgin
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Elgin?
EarthLink Fiber in Elgin, SC
Availability:
57.4%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
4,230 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 57.4% of Elgin homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,230 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 Elgin from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Elgin, SC
Availability:
57.4%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
4,230 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 57.4% of Elgin homes. Across the city, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,230 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 Elgin from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Truvista Fiber in Elgin, SC
Availability:
16.6%
Customer Rating:
(10)
Avg. Download Speed
5,000 Mbps
Truvista Fiber offers Fiber service to 16.6% of Elgin homes. Across the city, Truvista Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Spectrum Fiber in Elgin, SC
Availability:
8.8%
Customer Rating:
(207)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 8.8% of Elgin homes. Across the city, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Lumos Networks Fiber in Elgin, SC
Availability:
6.0%
Customer Rating:
(27)
Avg. Download Speed
5,000 Mbps
Lumos Networks offers Fiber service to 6.0% of Elgin homes. Across the city, Lumos Networks Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
COMPORIUM Fiber in Elgin, SC
Availability:
1.6%
Customer Rating:
(3)
Avg. Download Speed
3,481 Mbps
COMPORIUM offers Fiber service to 1.6% of Elgin homes. Across the city, COMPORIUM Fiber has speeds up to 3,481 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 COMPORIUM Fiber. COMPORIUM Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Elgin from COMPORIUM in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Elgin?
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Elgin, SC
Availability:
99.6%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
259 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 99.6% of Elgin homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 259 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 18 Mbps throughout the city.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Elgin, SC
Availability:
98.8%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
59 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 98.8% of Elgin homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 59 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 11 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Elgin, SC
Availability:
96.1%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
26 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.1% of Elgin homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 26 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 3.3 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Elgin, SC
Availability:
96.1%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
26 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.1% of Elgin homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 26 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 3.3 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Elgin?
Spectrum Cable in Elgin, SC
Availability:
92.6%
Customer Rating:
(1739)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 92.6% of Elgin homes. Across the city, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
COMPORIUM Cable in Elgin, SC
Availability:
2.2%
Customer Rating:
(20)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
COMPORIUM offers Cable service to 2.2% of Elgin homes. Across the city, COMPORIUM Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Elgin?
EarthLink DSL in Elgin, SC
Availability:
83.4%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
62 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 83.4% of Elgin homes. Across the city, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 62 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 13 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Elgin from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Elgin, SC
Availability:
83.4%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
62 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 83.4% of Elgin homes. Across the city, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 62 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 13 Mbps throughout the city. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Elgin from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
COMPORIUM DSL in Elgin, SC
Availability:
2.0%
Customer Rating:
(3)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
COMPORIUM offers DSL service to 2.0% of Elgin homes. Across the city, COMPORIUM DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
Internet in Elgin by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Elgin has 1 ZIP code with its own page. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Elgin
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Elgin
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29045 | 27,673 | 69.5% | 3,458 Mbps | 7.9 | B | 81/100 |
How Elgin Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Elgin that have their own pages are all within 12 miles. Among them, Killian has the most homes with fiber (99.2%) and Dentsville the fewest (75.7%); Elgin has 72.6%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elgin (this page) | 31,536 | 72.6% | 3,396 Mbps | 8 | B+ | 80/100 |
| Blythewood | 26,876 | 78.5% | 3,286 Mbps | 8 | B+ | 81/100 |
| Lugoff | 15,602 | 85.3% | 4,183 Mbps | 8.4 | B+ | 68/100 |
| Dentsville | 14,431 | 75.7% | 3,825 Mbps | 8 | B+ | 56/100 |
| Woodfield | 9,199 | 93.4% | 4,690 Mbps | 8.7 | A- | 52/100 |
| Ridgeway | 5,385 | 92.1% | 4,377 Mbps | 4.5 | B- | 23/100 |
| Pontiac | 2,533 | 97.9% | 4,645 Mbps | 8.5 | A | 81/100 |
| Killian | 1,339 | 99.2% | 4,860 Mbps | 7.9 | A | 66/100 |
| Arcadia Lakes | 1,103 | 81.3% | 4,270 Mbps | 8.5 | B+ | 62/100 |
| Smallwood | 944 | 76.2% | 4,076 Mbps | 5.3 | B- | 41/100 |
| Hollywood Hills | 79 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 8 | B+ | 66/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Elgin?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by T-Mobile Home Internet. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, AT&T and EarthLink 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 Elgin
| AT&T | 5,000 |
|---|---|
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| Truvista Fiber | 5,000 |
| Lumos Networks | 5,000 |
| COMPORIUM | 5,000 |
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Elgin Internet Providers
Based on 127 reviews from South Carolina internet customers, Verizon is the best internet service provider for Elgin residents. Verizon was rated at an average of 4.36 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. EarthLink wins for second-place in South Carolina, with 5.00 out of 5 stars and 98.7% coverage in Elgin.
At a national level, based on 4240 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 Elgin Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Elgin, South Carolina, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Elgin Overall | South Carolina Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Truvista Fiber |  (2) | (8) | (13) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T |  (0) | (22) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Comporium | (0) | (24) | (26) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) |  (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (1) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (11) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (1) | (55) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Elgin
Based on data reported by Elgin ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through AT&T and EarthLink. These internet providers offer speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in Elgin. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,481 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 T-Mobile Home Internet. This indicates T-Mobile Home Internet reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Elgin Speed | South Carolina Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Truvista Fiber | (2) | (8) | (13) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (1) | (55) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (22) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Comporium | (0) | (24) | (26) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (1) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (11) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Elgin?
Of the providers in Elgin, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Elgin 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.
T-Mobile Home Internet is rated 4.00 out of 5 for price, which is higher 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 Elgin, South Carolina, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Elgin
| ISP / Tech Type | Elgin Affordability | South Carolina Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Truvista Fiber | (2) | (8) | (13) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (22) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Comporium | (0) | (24) | (26) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (1) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (11) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (1) | (55) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in South Carolina
Customer Reviews
A St. Andrews, SC Customer
Truvista Fiber
March 20, 2025 TruVista is the only fiber internet option to us as we live in a rural area. We have been very pleased overall with our service. If we do have the occasional issue, their customer service is top notch and quick to help solve the problem. On the rare occasion we have had to have a technician to the house, they are always prompt and come ready to fix any equipment issue or replace any equipment. The speed and quality of internet is fantastic. We are overall pleased with TruVista and what it provides.
A St. Andrews, SC Customer
Truvista Fiber
April 02, 2023 I live in a very rural area and internet access has always been difficult, but since Tru Vista became available it is great. The company and its people are friendly and helpful. I only need basic internet but I couldn't be happier with the speed I have. Overall for the price I would highly recommend Tru Vista.
Eri
Spectrum Cable
March 21, 2023 I mostly do like Spectrum. It is decently fast and easy enough to use. The only issue I really have is the price. I do not like having to pay $150 for internet that sometimes does not work.
Greg M.
CarolinaConnect Fiber
November 13, 2026 Rudest supervisor is Christy. We were told we had to use our previous equipment at our new address in the same zip code but only a soft start was needed because the previous owners of that residence, but Customer service and Christy said no. Said we must talk with Tech support. They said no. So, we'd have to schedule a date and wait hours for someone to show. Meanwhile I work from home and need the Internet to work. Christy then says IT can do it tomorrow at 8AM, but I have a 9 AM meeting I must make. She won't give us IT's number to arrange a better time, so we say we will have to look at other options. She then calls back wanting to cancel our current service now. Can you believe how rude and petty this woman is. We can't have another appointment for a soft start or new equipment installed at the new residence, so I can at least continue working in the meantime. If you treat all your customers this way. You deserve no customers.
ISPReports User
CarolinaConnect Fiber
August 14, 2026 not as good as 1 year ago. Has slowed down a bunch. Thinking about changing service
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Elgin?
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 Elgin is Verizon.
- The fastest internet provider should be AT&T and EarthLink. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, T-Mobile Home Internet may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Elgin is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, Verizon, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Elgin, available to 99.6% 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.