Best Internet Providers in Perquimans County, NC
All 8 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Perquimans County, NC
Perquimans County 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 county. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Perquimans County.
Ranks compare Perquimans County with the 100 North Carolina counties.
The Best Internet in Perquimans County, NC at a Glance
Perquimans County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
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Focus
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Mediacom
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Cable
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EarthLink
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Fixed Wireless
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 Perquimans County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Perquimans County, NC?
Focus Broadband is the highest-rated internet provider in Perquimans County based on 318 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 Perquimans 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 Perquimans County
- Focus - fiber coverage map
- Mediacom - cable coverage map
- Brightspeed - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Mediacom - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - 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
- Mediacom - fixed wireless coverage map
How Perquimans County Compares to the Rest of North Carolina
Perquimans County's report card score is tied 15th of 100 and its connectivity index is tied 67th of 100.
| Measure | Perquimans County | Rank among North Carolina counties | North Carolina | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 91.4% | 14th of 100 | 78.0% | 71.5% | Davie County (99.8%) |
| Average top speed | 4,151 Mbps | 11th of 100 | 3,577 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Greene County (8,030 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 6.3 | Tied 42nd of 100 | 7.3 | 7.1 | Buncombe County (9.2) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | |||||
| People per household | 2.4 | Tied 49th of 100 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Union County (3.0) |
| Workers who work from home | 11% | Tied 32nd of 100 | 16% | 15% | Mecklenburg County and Wake County (29%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 91% | Tied 61st of 100 | 95% | 96% | Carteret County and Dare County and 3 more (98%) |
| Homes with internet | 85% | Tied 60th of 100 | 91% | 91% | Wake County (96%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 63% | Tied 73rd of 100 | 77% | 76% | Wake County (86%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 71% | Tied 56th of 100 | 80% | 81% | Orange County and Wake County (90%) |
| Median household income | $71,795 | 31st of 100 | $83,207 | $93,246 | Union County ($119,553) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 13% | Tied 46th of 100 | 16% | 16% | Watauga County (36%) |
Fiber reaches 91.4% of homes in Perquimans County, against 78.0% across North Carolina. Households in Perquimans County are smaller than the US average (2.4 people against 2.7); 11% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $71,795 (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 Perquimans County Compares to Its Neighbors
Perquimans County has 5 neighbors. Among them, Gates County has the most homes with fiber (99.3%) and Pasquotank County the fewest (75.2%); Perquimans County has 91.4%.
Map of Perquimans County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
Hover over or tap a county for its numbers, and click through to its page.
Perquimans County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perquimans County (this page) | 13,005 | 91.4% | 4,151 Mbps | 6.3 | B+ | 40/100 |
| Pasquotank County | 40,568 | 75.2% | 1,710 Mbps | 6.3 | B- | 67/100 |
| Chowan County | 13,708 | 94.5% | 3,481 Mbps | 5.8 | B | 43/100 |
| 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 |
| Tyrrell County | 3,245 | 80.1% | 1,625 Mbps | 3.9 | C | 23/100 |
Internet in Perquimans County by City and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 84.0% of homes in Hertford to 100.0% in Winfall. Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in Perquimans County
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hertford | 7,971 | 84.0% | 3,752 Mbps | 6.2 | B | 41/100 |
| Belvidere | 1,171 | 100.0% | 4,424 Mbps | 4 | B | 19/100 |
| Winfall | 1,161 | 100.0% | 4,553 Mbps | 7.1 | A- | 34/100 |
| Burgess | 859 | 100.0% | 5,000 Mbps | 8.5 | A | 54/100 |
| New Hope | 826 | 100.0% | 5,000 Mbps | 6.4 | A- | 32/100 |
| Chapanoke | 607 | 60.5% | 3,447 Mbps | 6.1 | B- | 59/100 |
| Parkville | 261 | 70.1% | 3,621 Mbps | 5.8 | B- | 35/100 |
| Nicanor | 131 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2.6 | C+ | 19/100 |
| Durants Neck | 50 | 100.0% | 5,000 Mbps | 7 | A- | 52/100 |
| Hickory Crossroads | 39 | 100.0% | 4,615 Mbps | 3.9 | B | 19/100 |
| Joppa | 26 | 100.0% | 5,000 Mbps | 3 | B | 19/100 |
ZIP codes in Perquimans County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27944 (Hertford) | 11,592 | 90.8% | 4,188 Mbps | 6.5 | B+ | 41/100 |
| 27919 (Belvidere) | 1,150 | 100.0% | 3,984 Mbps | 3.8 | B | 17/100 |
| 27985 (Winfall) | 99 | 100.0% | 3,485 Mbps | 6.6 | A- | 28/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Perquimans 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 Perquimans County
| Focus Broadband | 5,000 |
|---|---|
| Brightspeed | 2,000 |
| Mediacom | 1,000 |
| Spectrum | 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 Perquimans County. It takes about 20 seconds and, on a fast line, can move a few hundred MB of data.
Customer Ratings for Perquimans County Internet Providers
Based on 318 reviews from North Carolina internet customers, Focus Broadband is the best internet service provider for Perquimans 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 73.7% coverage in Perquimans County.
At a national level, based on 4347 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 Perquimans County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Perquimans County, North Carolina, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Perquimans 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 | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (214) | (1949) | 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 |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Perquimans County
Based on data reported by Perquimans 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 Perquimans 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 | Perquimans 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 | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (214) | (1949) | 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 |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Perquimans County?
Of the providers in Perquimans County, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Perquimans 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 Perquimans County, North Carolina, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Perquimans County
| ISP / Tech Type | Perquimans 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 | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (214) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (0) | (0) | (93) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Perquimans County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Perquimans County?
Focus Fiber in Perquimans County, NC
Availability:
75.0%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
5,000 Mbps
Focus Broadband offers Fiber service to 75.0% of Perquimans 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 Perquimans County, NC
Availability:
33.9%
Customer Rating:
(31)
Avg. Download Speed
1,629 Mbps
Brightspeed offers Fiber service to 33.9% of Perquimans County homes. Across the county, Brightspeed Fiber has speeds up to 1,629 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 Perquimans County from Brightspeed in terms of customer satisfaction.
Mediacom Fiber in Perquimans County, NC
Availability:
12.7%
Customer Rating:
(7)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Mediacom offers Fiber service to 12.7% of Perquimans County homes. Across the county, Mediacom Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Spectrum Fiber in Perquimans County, NC
Availability:
8.4%
Customer Rating:
(207)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 8.4% of Perquimans County homes. Across the county, Spectrum Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Perquimans County?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Perquimans County, NC
Availability:
92.4%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
58 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 92.4% of Perquimans 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 58 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 10 Mbps throughout the county.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Perquimans County, NC
Availability:
73.7%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
28 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 73.7% of Perquimans County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 28 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 3.6 Mbps throughout the county.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Perquimans County, NC
Availability:
73.7%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
28 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 73.7% of Perquimans County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 28 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 3.6 Mbps throughout the county.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Perquimans County, NC
Availability:
71.4%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
215 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 71.4% of Perquimans County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 215 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 16 Mbps throughout the county.
Brightspeed Fixed Wireless in Perquimans County, NC
Availability:
14.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
Brightspeed offers Fixed Wireless service to 14.7% of Perquimans County homes. Across the county, Brightspeed Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 10 Mbps
Mediacom Fixed Wireless in Perquimans County, NC
Availability:
1.7%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
72 Mbps
Mediacom offers Fixed Wireless service to 1.7% of Perquimans County homes. Across the county, Mediacom Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 72 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.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Perquimans County?
Mediacom Cable in Perquimans County, NC
Availability:
73.4%
Customer Rating:
(82)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Mediacom offers Cable service to 73.4% of Perquimans County homes. Across the county, Mediacom Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Perquimans County?
Brightspeed DSL in Perquimans County, NC
Availability:
91.4%
Customer Rating:
(43)
Avg. Download Speed
51 Mbps
Brightspeed offers DSL service to 91.4% of Perquimans County homes. Across the county, Brightspeed DSL has speeds up to 51 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 4.8 Mbps throughout the county. Brightspeed DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Perquimans County from Brightspeed in terms of customer satisfaction.
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in North Carolina
Customer Reviews
ISPReports User
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 Perquimans 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 Perquimans 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 Perquimans County is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and Brightspeed has the broadest coverage in Perquimans County, available to 98.3% 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.