Best Internet Providers in Fuquay-Varina, NC
All 8 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Fuquay-Varina, NC
Fuquay-Varina 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 Fuquay-Varina.
Ranks compare Fuquay-Varina with the 749 US small cities (50,000 to 99,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Fuquay-Varina, NC at a Glance
Fuquay-Varina Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Spectrum
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
Brightspeed
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
ting
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
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 Fuquay-Varina ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Fuquay-Varina, NC?
Spectrum is the highest-rated internet provider in Fuquay-Varina based on 324 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.
or call 1-877-411-1381
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Fuquay-Varina?
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 Fuquay-Varina
- ting - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- Brightspeed - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Hotwire Communications - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Brightspeed - dsl coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Brightspeed - fixed wireless coverage map
How Fuquay-Varina Compares to Places Its Size
Fuquay-Varina's report card score is tied 564th of 749 and its connectivity index is tied 140th of 749.
| Measure | Fuquay-Varina | Rank among US small cities (50,000 to 99,999 people) | Wake County | North Carolina | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 81.4% | Tied 368th of 749 | 90.1% | 78.0% | 71.5% | Aloha, OR and Shawnee, KS (100.0%) |
| Average top speed | 1,769 Mbps | 696th of 749 | 5,947 Mbps | 3,577 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Layton, UT (9,808 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 6.9 | Tied 480th of 749 | 8.5 | 7.3 | 7.1 | Guaynabo, PR (14.3) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.8 | Tied 230th of 749 | 2.6 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Pacoima, CA and Spring Valley, NY (4.3) |
| Workers who work from home | 27% | Tied 68th of 749 | 29% | 16% | 15% | Danville, CA and Potomac, MD and 2 more (39%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 99% | Tied 11th of 749 | 98% | 95% | 96% | Atascocita, TX and Eastvale, CA and 8 more (100%) |
| Homes with internet | 96% | Tied 96th of 749 | 96% | 91% | 91% | Centreville, VA and Danville, CA and 2 more (99%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 83% | Tied 243rd of 749 | 86% | 77% | 76% | Flower Mound, TX and Johns Creek, GA and 1 more (93%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 89% | Tied 195th of 749 | 90% | 80% | 81% | Sammamish, WA (99%) |
| Median household income | $111,903 | 235th of 749 | $118,853 | $83,207 | $93,246 | Potomac, MD ($227,882) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 16% | Tied 297th of 749 | 17% | 16% | 16% | East Lansing, MI (58%) |
Fiber reaches 81.4% of homes in Fuquay-Varina, against 90.1% across Wake County and 78.0% across North Carolina. Households in Fuquay-Varina are larger than the US average (2.8 people against 2.7); 27% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $111,903 (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 Fuquay-Varina
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Fuquay-Varina?
ting Fiber in Fuquay-Varina, NC
Availability:
65.5%
Customer Rating:
(14)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
ting offers Fiber service to 65.5% of Fuquay-Varina homes. Across the city, ting Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Brightspeed Fiber in Fuquay-Varina, NC
Availability:
30.0%
Customer Rating:
(31)
Avg. Download Speed
953 Mbps
Brightspeed offers Fiber service to 30.0% of Fuquay-Varina homes. Across the city, Brightspeed Fiber has speeds up to 953 Mbps, with speeds from 940 Mpbs up to 1,000 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 Fuquay-Varina from Brightspeed in terms of customer satisfaction.
Spectrum Fiber in Fuquay-Varina, NC
Availability:
24.1%
Customer Rating:
(207)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 24.1% of Fuquay-Varina homes. Across the city, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
EarthLink Fiber in Fuquay-Varina, NC
Availability:
2.6%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
3,505 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 2.6% of Fuquay-Varina homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 3,505 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 Fuquay-Varina from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Fuquay-Varina, NC
Availability:
2.6%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
3,505 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 2.6% of Fuquay-Varina homes. Across the city, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 3,505 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 Fuquay-Varina from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Hotwire Communications Fiber in Fuquay-Varina, NC
Availability:
2.1%
Customer Rating:
(11)
Avg. Download Speed
3,785 Mbps
Hotwire Communications offers Fiber service to 2.1% of Fuquay-Varina homes. Across the city, Hotwire Communications Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 3,785 Mbps, with speeds from 2,500 Mpbs up to 8,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Hotwire Communications Fiber.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Fuquay-Varina?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Fuquay-Varina, NC
Availability:
97.5%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
64 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 97.5% of Fuquay-Varina homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 64 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 12 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Fuquay-Varina, NC
Availability:
95.5%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
244 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.5% of Fuquay-Varina homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 244 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 city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Fuquay-Varina, NC
Availability:
87.3%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
30 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 87.3% of Fuquay-Varina homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 30 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 4.1 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Fuquay-Varina, NC
Availability:
87.3%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
30 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 87.3% of Fuquay-Varina homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 30 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 4.1 Mbps throughout the city.
Brightspeed Fixed Wireless in Fuquay-Varina, NC
Availability:
6.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
Brightspeed offers Fixed Wireless service to 6.0% of Fuquay-Varina homes. Across the city, Brightspeed Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 10 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Fuquay-Varina?
Spectrum Cable in Fuquay-Varina, NC
Availability:
99.2%
Customer Rating:
(1739)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 99.2% of Fuquay-Varina homes. Across the city, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Fuquay-Varina?
Brightspeed DSL in Fuquay-Varina, NC
Availability:
85.9%
Customer Rating:
(43)
Avg. Download Speed
58 Mbps
Brightspeed offers DSL service to 85.9% of Fuquay-Varina homes. Across the city, Brightspeed DSL has speeds up to 58 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 140 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 100, with an average of 8.0 Mbps throughout the city. Brightspeed DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Fuquay-Varina from Brightspeed in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Fuquay-Varina by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fuquay-Varina has 1 ZIP code with its own page. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Fuquay-Varina
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|
ZIP codes in Fuquay-Varina
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27526 | 54,241 | 80.2% | 1,712 Mbps | 6.9 | B- | 84/100 |
How Fuquay-Varina Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Fuquay-Varina that have their own pages are all within 12 miles. Among them, Apex has the most homes with fiber (96.3%) and Hardee Cross Roads the fewest (35.0%); Fuquay-Varina has 81.4%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuquay-Varina (this page) | 54,576 | 81.4% | 1,769 Mbps | 6.9 | B | 85/100 |
| Apex | 88,749 | 96.3% | 6,463 Mbps | 9 | A | 93/100 |
| Holly Springs | 48,724 | 94.2% | 4,938 Mbps | 7.8 | A- | 95/100 |
| Willow Spring | 21,809 | 73.8% | 3,127 Mbps | 6.9 | B | 79/100 |
| Angier | 18,390 | 62.1% | 2,092 Mbps | 6.3 | B- | 65/100 |
| New Hill | 3,536 | 93.1% | 5,360 Mbps | 6.7 | B+ | 97/100 |
| Hardee Cross Roads | 1,846 | 35.0% | 1,075 Mbps | 6.2 | C | 56/100 |
| Cokesbury | 1,003 | 80.1% | 1,762 Mbps | 6.9 | B | 37/100 |
| Corinth | 402 | 50.5% | 635 Mbps | 3.4 | D+ | 54/100 |
| Kipling | 326 | 15.3% | 1,000 Mbps | 6.2 | C- | 42/100 |
| Pine Hurst Park | 126 | 100.0% | 8,000 Mbps | 10 | A+ | 91/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Fuquay-Varina?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Brightspeed. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, ting 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 Fuquay-Varina
| Hotwire Communications | 8,000 |
|---|---|
| AT&T | 5,000 |
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| ting | 2,000 |
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| Brightspeed | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
How fast is your internet?
Test your connection here and see it next to the speeds providers advertise in Fuquay-Varina. It takes about 20 seconds and, on a fast line, can move a few hundred MB of data.
Customer Ratings for Fuquay-Varina Internet Providers
Based on 324 reviews from North Carolina internet customers, Spectrum is the best internet service provider for Fuquay-Varina residents. Spectrum was rated at an average of 3.35 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 87.3% coverage in Fuquay-Varina.
At a national level, based on 4278 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 Fuquay-Varina Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Fuquay-Varina Overall | North Carolina Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brightspeed | (1) |  (17) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (1) | (214) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (59) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Hotwire Communications | (0) | (3) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (13) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| ting | (3) | (8) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Fuquay-Varina
Based on data reported by Fuquay-Varina ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through ting. The company offers speeds up to 2,000 Mbps in Fuquay-Varina. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,000 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 Brightspeed. This indicates Brightspeed reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Fuquay-Varina Speed | North Carolina Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brightspeed |  (1) | (17) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (1) | (214) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| ting | (3) | (8) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (59) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Hotwire Communications | (0) |  (3) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (13) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Fuquay-Varina?
Of the providers in Fuquay-Varina, customers rate Spectrum the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Fuquay-Varina 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.
Spectrum is rated 4.00 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. AT&T is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.46 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Fuquay-Varina
| ISP / Tech Type | Fuquay-Varina Affordability | North Carolina Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brightspeed | (1) | (17) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (1) | (214) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| ting | (3) | (8) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (59) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Hotwire Communications | (0) | (3) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (13) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in North Carolina
Customer Reviews
A Fuquay-Varina, NC Customer
Spectrum Fiber
September 27, 2025 I recently switched from Starlink to Spectrum Fiber Internet, and the difference has been amazing. Living deep in the woods, I never thought I'd have access to high-speed fiber, but Spectrum finally brought service to my area, and it's been a game-changer. The connection is fast, stable, and reliable even during storms or heavy usage times, which was a big issue with satellite internet. Streaming, gaming, and video calls all work flawlessly now, without the buffering or lag I was used to. Overall, I'm really happy with the upgrade and impressed that Spectrum made the effort to bring fiber to such a rural area.
Perry C
ting Fiber
April 07, 2025 I use to love ting internet. In fact, I pushed all my neighbors, who worked from home, to get it installed. Now, I'm extremely disappointed. It seems their customer service has significantly dropped. I called several times and waited 20 mins per call, and no one ever picked up. Then I started an online chat and the only thing he could say was it's probably my home router. I've always, and still do have 900+ on my download. But my upload speeds have been cut in half, at best. For every 10 speed tests, only one is in the 900+. The remaining tests are 400 and below. When I requested that they test my fiber remotely. I was informed that could only be done with a tech visit and if he doesn't find and issue, it's $99/hr, with a 1 hour minimum. What a shame, they've become the new century link or spectrum.
Perry C.
ting Fiber
January 05, 2025 6 minutes ago New I use to love ting internet. In fact, I pushed all my neighbors, who worked from home, to get it installed. Now, I'm extremely disappointed. It seems their customer service has significantly dropped. I called several times and waited 20 mins per call, and no one ever picked up. Then I started an online chat and the only thing he could say was it's probably my home router. I've always, and still do have 900+ on my download. But my upload speeds have been cut in half, at best. For every 10 speed tests, only one is in the 900+. The remaining tests are 400 and below. When I requested that they test my fiber remotely. I was informed that could only be done with a tech visit and if he doesn't find and issue, it's $99/hr, with a 1 hour minimum. What a shame, they've become the new century link or spectrum.
A Fuquay-Varina, NC Customer
ting Fiber
February 15, 2024 Carol B
Brightspeed Fiber
June 05, 2023 Brightspeed just took over Century Link. Going on my third year with good service and no price increases, hoping it stays that way.
Rate your provider
Share your experience to help others in your area choose.
Verified customer: we detected your connection is on this provider.
Reviews are independent and unedited. Published after a quick spam check.
Which ISP Should You Choose in Fuquay-Varina?
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 Fuquay-Varina is Spectrum.
- The fastest internet provider should be ting. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Brightspeed may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Fuquay-Varina is Spectrum.
- Viasat, Spectrum, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Fuquay-Varina, 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.