Best Internet Providers in Greensboro, NC
All 8 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Greensboro, NC
Greensboro 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 Greensboro.
Ranks compare Greensboro with the 45 US major cities (500,000 to 999,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Greensboro, NC at a Glance
Greensboro 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
Lumos Networks
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
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 Greensboro ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Greensboro, NC?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Greensboro based on 339 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.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Greensboro?
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 Greensboro
- Lumos Networks - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Brightspeed - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Randolph Communications - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
- Brightspeed - dsl coverage map
- Randolph Communications - dsl coverage map
- Lumos Networks - dsl coverage map
How Greensboro Compares to Places Its Size
Greensboro's report card score is tied 22nd of 45 and its connectivity index is tied 41st of 45.
| Measure | Greensboro | Rank among US major cities (500,000 to 999,999 people) | Guilford County | North Carolina | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 82.0% | 16th of 45 | 81.7% | 78.0% | 71.5% | Bridgeport, CT (97.3%) |
| Average top speed | 3,680 Mbps | 25th of 45 | 4,047 Mbps | 3,577 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Chattanooga, TN (17,261 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 7 | 35th of 45 | 7.4 | 7.3 | 7.1 | Albuquerque, NM (9.7) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.5 | Tied 23rd of 45 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Provo, UT (3.5) |
| Workers who work from home | 12% | Tied 32nd of 45 | 14% | 16% | 15% | Chapel Hill, NC (23%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 94% | Tied 41st of 45 | 95% | 95% | 96% | Provo, UT (99%) |
| Homes with internet | 90% | Tied 35th of 45 | 91% | 91% | 91% | Colorado Springs, CO and Ogden, UT (95%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 75% | Tied 32nd of 45 | 77% | 77% | 76% | Provo, UT (84%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 77% | Tied 39th of 45 | 80% | 80% | 81% | Provo, UT (94%) |
| Median household income | $74,996 | 39th of 45 | $79,287 | $83,207 | $93,246 | Bridgeport, CT ($136,343) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 19% | Tied 3rd of 45 | 21% | 16% | 16% | Provo, UT (26%) |
Fiber reaches 82.0% of homes in Greensboro, against 81.7% across Guilford County and 78.0% across North Carolina. Households in Greensboro are smaller than the US average (2.5 people against 2.7); 12% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $74,996 (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 Greensboro
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Greensboro?
Lumos Networks Fiber in Greensboro, NC
Availability:
41.5%
Customer Rating:
(27)
Avg. Download Speed
5,000 Mbps
Lumos Networks offers Fiber service to 41.5% of Greensboro homes. Across the city, Lumos Networks Fiber has speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
EarthLink Fiber in Greensboro, NC
Availability:
38.2%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
4,528 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 38.2% of Greensboro homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,528 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 Greensboro from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Greensboro, NC
Availability:
38.2%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
4,528 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 38.2% of Greensboro homes. Across the city, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,528 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 Greensboro from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Spectrum Fiber in Greensboro, NC
Availability:
16.9%
Customer Rating:
(207)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 16.9% of Greensboro homes. Across the city, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Brightspeed Fiber in Greensboro, NC
Availability:
8.9%
Customer Rating:
(31)
Avg. Download Speed
1,969 Mbps
Brightspeed offers Fiber service to 8.9% of Greensboro homes. Across the city, Brightspeed Fiber has speeds up to 1,969 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 Greensboro from Brightspeed in terms of customer satisfaction.
Randolph Communications Fiber in Greensboro, NC
Availability:
4.7%
Customer Rating:
(3)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Randolph Communications offers Fiber service to 4.7% of Greensboro homes. Across the city, Randolph Communications Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Greensboro?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Greensboro, NC
Availability:
92.9%
Customer Rating:
(341)
Avg. Download Speed
64 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 92.9% of Greensboro 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 Greensboro, NC
Availability:
91.3%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
276 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 91.3% of Greensboro homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 276 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 75, with an average of 20 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Greensboro, NC
Availability:
77.7%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
35 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 77.7% of Greensboro homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 35 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 5.2 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Greensboro, NC
Availability:
77.7%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
35 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 77.7% of Greensboro homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 35 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 5.2 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Greensboro?
Spectrum Cable in Greensboro, NC
Availability:
94.1%
Customer Rating:
(1738)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 94.1% of Greensboro homes. Across the city, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Greensboro?
EarthLink DSL in Greensboro, NC
Availability:
42.5%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
48 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 42.5% of Greensboro homes. Across the city, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 48 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 9.6 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Greensboro from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Greensboro, NC
Availability:
42.5%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
48 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 42.5% of Greensboro homes. Across the city, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 48 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 9.6 Mbps throughout the city. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Greensboro from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Brightspeed DSL in Greensboro, NC
Availability:
15.8%
Customer Rating:
(43)
Avg. Download Speed
34 Mbps
Brightspeed offers DSL service to 15.8% of Greensboro homes. Across the city, Brightspeed DSL has speeds up to 34 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 3.2 Mbps throughout the city. Brightspeed DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Greensboro from Brightspeed in terms of customer satisfaction.
Randolph Communications DSL in Greensboro, NC
Availability:
2.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
Randolph Communications offers DSL service to 2.7% of Greensboro homes. Across the city, Randolph Communications DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
Lumos Networks DSL in Greensboro, NC
Availability:
1.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
Lumos Networks offers DSL service to 1.6% of Greensboro homes. Across the city, Lumos Networks DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
Internet in Greensboro by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 3.6% of homes in Cumberland to 100.0% in Rolling Roads; by ZIP code, from 65.3% in 27409 to 97.8% in 27408. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Greensboro
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Irving Park | 5,610 | 97.3% | 4,671 Mbps | 8.6 | A- | 71/100 |
| Starmount Forest | 5,237 | 80.5% | 4,221 Mbps | 8.2 | B+ | 80/100 |
| Adams Farm | 4,658 | 86.4% | 3,860 Mbps | 9 | A- | 77/100 |
| O Henry Oaks | 4,569 | 84.1% | 4,047 Mbps | 8.5 | B+ | 58/100 |
| Cumberland | 4,075 | 3.6% | 1,775 Mbps | 7.4 | C+ | 32/100 |
| Lindley Park | 3,813 | 87.3% | 4,375 Mbps | 8.6 | A- | 80/100 |
| Brice Street Area | 3,731 | 70.7% | 4,299 Mbps | 8.7 | B+ | 51/100 |
| Hewitt Area | 3,714 | 60.4% | 3,257 Mbps | 7.5 | B | 32/100 |
| Rolling Roads | 3,583 | 100.0% | 5,000 Mbps | 8.5 | A | 52/100 |
| College Hill | 3,416 | 83.9% | 3,911 Mbps | 7.7 | B+ | 45/100 |
| Smith Homes | 3,168 | 62.9% | 2,902 Mbps | 7.9 | B | 34/100 |
ZIP codes in Greensboro
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27406 | 61,929 | 74.1% | 3,612 Mbps | 7.7 | B+ | 56/100 |
| 27410 | 55,810 | 91.5% | 4,464 Mbps | 8.4 | A- | 74/100 |
| 27405 | 50,697 | 81.9% | 3,890 Mbps | 7.8 | B+ | 58/100 |
| 27407 | 50,031 | 77.9% | 3,829 Mbps | 7.9 | B+ | 64/100 |
| 27455 | 31,029 | 93.3% | 4,443 Mbps | 8.8 | A- | 77/100 |
| 27403 | 25,863 | 79.6% | 4,548 Mbps | 8.2 | B+ | 62/100 |
| 27401 | 23,344 | 65.8% | 3,881 Mbps | 8 | B | 41/100 |
| 27409 | 17,322 | 65.3% | 3,273 Mbps | 7.8 | B | 64/100 |
| 27408 | 17,262 | 97.8% | 4,835 Mbps | 8.8 | A | 72/100 |
How Greensboro Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Greensboro that have their own pages are all within 13 miles. Among them, Sedalia has the most homes with fiber (96.7%) and Pleasant Garden the fewest (45.4%); Greensboro has 82.0%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greensboro metro area (this page) | 776,566 | 82.0% | 3,680 Mbps | 7 | B | 59/100 |
| High Point | 114,657 | 94.4% | 4,860 Mbps | 5.9 | B+ | 55/100 |
| Jamestown | 17,757 | 93.5% | 4,707 Mbps | 6.5 | B+ | 74/100 |
| Summerfield | 16,967 | 69.2% | 2,732 Mbps | 7.3 | B | 84/100 |
| Browns Summit | 14,375 | 70.3% | 3,478 Mbps | 6.6 | B | 68/100 |
| McLeansville | 11,315 | 76.3% | 3,416 Mbps | 6.9 | B | 57/100 |
| Whitsett | 10,720 | 65.5% | 2,976 Mbps | 6.6 | B- | 72/100 |
| Oak Ridge | 8,802 | 85.6% | 4,197 Mbps | 8.4 | B+ | 91/100 |
| Pleasant Garden | 8,543 | 45.4% | 2,055 Mbps | 6.5 | B- | 66/100 |
| Colfax | 5,043 | 72.0% | 3,577 Mbps | 7.4 | B | 64/100 |
| Sedalia | 1,132 | 96.7% | 3,750 Mbps | 7.4 | A- | 62/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Greensboro?
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, Lumos Networks 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 Greensboro
| AT&T | 5,000 |
|---|---|
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| Lumos Networks | 5,000 |
| Brightspeed | 2,000 |
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 1,000 |
| Randolph Communications | 1,000 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Greensboro Internet Providers
Based on 339 reviews from North Carolina internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Greensboro 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 86.5% coverage in Greensboro.
At a national level, based on 4277 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.01 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Greensboro Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Greensboro, North Carolina, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Greensboro Overall | North Carolina Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T |  (4) | (59) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (1) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (17) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| Randolph Communications | (0) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (13) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (5) | (23) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (5) | (214) | (1948) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Greensboro
Based on data reported by Greensboro ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Lumos Networks. The company offers speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in Greensboro. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 4,992 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 | Greensboro Speed | North Carolina Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (4) | (59) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (1) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (17) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| Randolph Communications | (0) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (13) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (5) | (23) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (5) | (214) | (1948) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Greensboro?
Of the providers in Greensboro, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Greensboro 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. Verizon is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.56 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Greensboro, North Carolina, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Greensboro
| ISP / Tech Type | Greensboro Affordability | North Carolina Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brightspeed | (0) | (17) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| Randolph Communications | (0) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (13) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (1) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (4) | (59) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (5) | (23) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (5) | (214) | (1948) | 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 Greensboro, NC Customer
Spectrum Cable
June 09, 2026 Woody S.
Lumos Networks Fiber
March 14, 2026 They do not provide the service they advertise
A Greensboro, NC Customer
Spectrum Cable
September 30, 2025 A Greensboro, NC Customer
EarthLink Fiber
June 20, 2025 I am utilizing earthlink solely for internet. I switched to them as part of my disconnection from an AT=T internet and media bundle which had become extremely unsatisfactory. The service has proven robust, reliable and generally very stable, and has provided minimal issues over the preceding 2+ years of use. While the price in somewhat higher than I would collectively net via a bundle, the overall quality of service justifies that. Overall Happy with their offering as it suits my needs very well. The service drop (residential) has ample uplink and downlink to support a wide range of connected devices simultaneously with minimal issue, to include:
1 Content Inspection Firewall with In-line encrypted channel inspection
a wireless environment consisting of 3 Laptops, 1 desktop, 3 IoT devices (including 1 streaming device), and a wired environment consisting of 10 1GBps Links supporting a virtual server farm of between 8 and 14 Virtual Windows and Linux servers (depending on use case) simultaneously. Performance remains satisfactory throughout.
James O.
Lumos Networks Fiber
February 28, 2025 I like my provider, especially compared to the most widely known alternative, which is spectrum. It seems to be the most reliable in my area, hardly have any interruptions at all.
On the rare occasion that I do have an interruption, it is typically fixed with a service call via phone. One of my biggest complaints about the company is their website however. I have struggled for the better part of 2 years to enroll in their auto pay system, and it is easier to pass a bill through Congress
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Greensboro?
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 Greensboro is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be Lumos Networks. 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 Greensboro is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, Spectrum, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Greensboro, available to 95.5% 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.