Best Internet Providers in Garner, NC
All 9 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Garner, NC
Garner 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 city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Garner.
Ranks compare Garner with the 749 US small cities (50,000 to 99,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Garner, NC at a Glance
Garner Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Spectrum
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Cable
EarthLink
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Customer Rating
Fiber
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AT&T
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
GFiber
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Fiber
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 Garner ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Garner, NC?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Garner based on 345 North Carolina customer reviews, and Google Fiber 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 Garner?
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 Garner
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Google Fiber - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- Lumos Networks - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Spectrum - fiber coverage map
- Hotwire Communications - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Brightspeed - fiber coverage map
- Brightspeed - dsl coverage map
How Garner Compares to Places Its Size
Garner's report card score is tied 29th of 749 and its connectivity index is tied 260th of 749.
| Measure | Garner | 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 | 95.9% | Tied 118th of 749 | 90.1% | 78.0% | 71.5% | Aloha, OR and Shawnee, KS (100.0%) |
| Average top speed | 5,955 Mbps | 120th of 749 | 5,947 Mbps | 3,577 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Layton, UT (9,808 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 8.8 | Tied 120th 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 | 2.7 | Tied 278th of 749 | 2.6 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Pacoima, CA and Spring Valley, NY (4.3) |
| Workers who work from home | 22% | Tied 141st of 749 | 29% | 16% | 15% | Danville, CA and Potomac, MD and 2 more (39%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 98% | Tied 115th of 749 | 98% | 95% | 96% | Atascocita, TX and Eastvale, CA and 8 more (100%) |
| Homes with internet | 94% | Tied 267th of 749 | 96% | 91% | 91% | Centreville, VA and Danville, CA and 2 more (99%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 80% | Tied 356th 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 | 88% | Tied 228th of 749 | 90% | 80% | 81% | Sammamish, WA (99%) |
| Median household income | $95,445 | 354th of 749 | $118,853 | $83,207 | $93,246 | Potomac, MD ($227,882) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 15% | Tied 397th of 749 | 17% | 16% | 16% | East Lansing, MI (58%) |
Fiber reaches 95.9% of homes in Garner, against 90.1% across Wake County and 78.0% across North Carolina. Households in Garner are the same size as the US average (2.7 people against 2.7); 22% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $95,445 (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 Garner
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Garner?
EarthLink Fiber in Garner, NC
Availability:
87.5%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
4,448 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 87.5% of Garner homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,448 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 Garner from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Garner, NC
Availability:
87.5%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
4,448 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 87.5% of Garner homes. Across the city, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,448 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 Garner from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Google Fiber in Garner, NC
Availability:
46.7%
Customer Rating:
(105)
Avg. Download Speed
8,000 Mbps
Google Fiber offers Fiber service to 46.7% of Garner homes. Across the city, Google Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Spectrum Fiber in Garner, NC
Availability:
23.0%
Customer Rating:
(207)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 23.0% of Garner homes. Across the city, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Lumos Networks Fiber in Garner, NC
Availability:
12.8%
Customer Rating:
(27)
Avg. Download Speed
5,000 Mbps
Lumos Networks offers Fiber service to 12.8% of Garner homes. Across the city, Lumos Networks Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Hotwire Communications Fiber in Garner, NC
Availability:
3.5%
Customer Rating:
(11)
Avg. Download Speed
4,136 Mbps
Hotwire Communications offers Fiber service to 3.5% of Garner homes. Across the city, Hotwire Communications Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 4,136 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 8,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 8,000, with an average of 4,134 Mbps throughout the city.
Brightspeed Fiber in Garner, NC
Availability:
1.2%
Customer Rating:
(31)
Avg. Download Speed
1,057 Mbps
Brightspeed offers Fiber service to 1.2% of Garner homes. Across the city, Brightspeed Fiber has speeds up to 1,057 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 Garner from Brightspeed in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Garner?
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Garner, NC
Availability:
98.6%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
244 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 98.6% of Garner 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.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Garner, NC
Availability:
95.8%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
81 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.8% of Garner homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 81 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 16 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Garner, NC
Availability:
81.0%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
32 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 81.0% of Garner homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 32 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 4.7 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Garner, NC
Availability:
81.0%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
32 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 81.0% of Garner homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 32 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 4.7 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Garner?
Spectrum Cable in Garner, NC
Availability:
99.3%
Customer Rating:
(1739)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 99.3% of Garner homes. Across the city, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Garner?
EarthLink DSL in Garner, NC
Availability:
69.6%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
50 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 69.6% of Garner homes. Across the city, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 50 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 10.0 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Garner from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Garner, NC
Availability:
69.6%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
50 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 69.6% of Garner homes. Across the city, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 50 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 10.0 Mbps throughout the city. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Garner from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Brightspeed DSL in Garner, NC
Availability:
18.1%
Customer Rating:
(43)
Avg. Download Speed
64 Mbps
Brightspeed offers DSL service to 18.1% of Garner homes. Across the city, Brightspeed DSL has speeds up to 64 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 20, with an average of 6.3 Mbps throughout the city. Brightspeed DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Garner from Brightspeed in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Garner by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Garner has 1 ZIP code with its own page. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Garner
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Garner
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27529 | 53,828 | 96.1% | 5,788 Mbps | 8.8 | A | 80/100 |
How Garner Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Garner that have their own pages are all within 12 miles. Among them, Clayton has the most homes with fiber (92.8%) and Hardee Cross Roads the fewest (35.0%); Garner has 95.9%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garner (this page) | 59,052 | 95.9% | 5,955 Mbps | 8.8 | A | 79/100 |
| Raleigh metro area | 1,413,982 | 87.7% | 5,310 Mbps | 8.2 | A- | 83/100 |
| Clayton | 69,883 | 92.8% | 4,066 Mbps | 7.5 | B+ | 84/100 |
| Fuquay-Varina | 54,576 | 81.4% | 1,769 Mbps | 6.9 | B | 85/100 |
| Knightdale | 33,585 | 86.1% | 3,908 Mbps | 7.7 | B+ | 83/100 |
| Willow Spring | 21,809 | 73.8% | 3,127 Mbps | 6.9 | B | 79/100 |
| Archer Lodge | 9,460 | 56.5% | 2,727 Mbps | 7.8 | B | 87/100 |
| Coats Crossroads | 2,751 | 86.8% | 3,492 Mbps | 8.1 | B+ | 77/100 |
| Hardee Cross Roads | 1,846 | 35.0% | 1,075 Mbps | 6.2 | C | 56/100 |
| Pine Hurst Park | 126 | 100.0% | 8,000 Mbps | 10 | A+ | 91/100 |
| Flowers | 34 | 100.0% | 5,000 Mbps | 6 | A- | 58/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Garner?
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, Google Fiber 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 Garner
| Google Fiber | 8,000 |
|---|---|
| Hotwire Communications | 8,000 |
| AT&T | 5,000 |
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| Lumos Networks | 5,000 |
| Brightspeed | 2,000 |
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Garner Internet Providers
Based on 345 reviews from North Carolina internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Garner residents. AT&T was rated at an average of 3.73 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. EarthLink wins for second-place in North Carolina, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 98.4% coverage in Garner.
At a national level, based on 4397 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Google Fiber is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.23 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Garner Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Garner, North Carolina, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Garner Overall | North Carolina Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (4) | (59) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed |  (0) | (17) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| GFiber | (0) | (6) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| Hotwire Communications | (0) | (3) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (23) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (13) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (2) | (214) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Garner
Based on data reported by Garner ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Google Fiber. The company offers speeds up to 8,000 Mbps in Garner. 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 | Garner Speed | North Carolina Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T |  (4) | (59) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (17) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| GFiber | (0) | (6) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| Hotwire Communications | (0) | (3) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (23) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (13) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (2) | (214) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Garner?
Of the providers in Garner, customers rate EarthLink the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Garner 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.
EarthLink is rated 3.00 out of 5 for price, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. T-Mobile Home Internet is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.23 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Garner, North Carolina, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Garner
| ISP / Tech Type | Garner Affordability | North Carolina Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brightspeed | (0) | (17) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| GFiber | (0) | (6) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| Hotwire Communications | (0) | (3) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (23) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (13) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (4) | (59) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (2) | (214) | (1949) | 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 Garner, NC Customer
Spectrum Cable
January 05, 2023 
A Raleigh, NC Customer
AT&T Fiber
June 18, 2023 A Raleigh, NC Customer
Spectrum Cable
June 11, 2023 Wish I had more options to get fiber. Only option I have is Spectrum or AT&T. I would be thrilled with Google or Ting.
A Raleigh, NC Customer
AT&T DSL
May 14, 2023 H. B.
AT&T Fiber
March 17, 2023 I am happy with the current price, although I expect it to go up soon. I am in the intro-pricing phase which is very reasonable, although I am in a 2 year contract. I know a lot of companies jack the price up after the first year, so we shall see. I love having fiber though, it's much faster than any of the other internet types I've had before. Since AT&T is the only fiber provider in my area at the moment, I'm going to stay with them.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Garner?
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 Garner is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be Google Fiber. 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 Garner is EarthLink.
- Viasat, Spectrum, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Garner, available to 99.3% 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.