Best Internet Providers in West Columbia, SC
All 11 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in West Columbia, SC
West Columbia has 11 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 West Columbia.
Ranks compare West Columbia 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 West Columbia, SC at a Glance
West Columbia 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
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 West Columbia ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in West Columbia, SC?
EarthLink is the highest-rated internet provider in West Columbia based on 132 South Carolina customer reviews, and CarolinaConnect 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 West Columbia?
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 West Columbia
- CarolinaConnect - fiber coverage map
- Lumos Networks - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Windstream - fiber coverage map
- COMPORIUM - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - fiber coverage map
- Ripple Fiber - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- TriCoLink - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Windstream - dsl coverage map
- COMPORIUM - dsl coverage map
How West Columbia Compares to Places Its Size
West Columbia's report card score is in the top 19% and its connectivity index is in the bottom 17%.
| Measure | West Columbia | Rank among US suburban and regional cities (25,000 to 49,999 people) | Lexington County | South Carolina | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 88.6% | top 41% | 93.1% | 75.7% | 71.5% | 25 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 5,378 Mbps | top 19% | 5,730 Mbps | 3,370 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Hixson, TN (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 8.1 | top 27% | 7.9 | 6.9 | 7.1 | San Lorenzo, CA (13) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.3 | bottom 16% | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Kiryas Joel, NY (5.1) |
| Workers who work from home | 9% | bottom 27% | 12% | 12% | 15% | Venice, CA (47%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 94% | bottom 23% | 96% | 95% | 96% | 16 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 91% | bottom 35% | 93% | 89% | 91% | 13 places at 99% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 74% | bottom 28% | 79% | 73% | 76% | Burke, VA and Colleyville, TX and 3 more (94%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 75% | bottom 23% | 81% | 77% | 81% | University Park, TX (99%) |
| Median household income | $69,428 | bottom 23% | $83,985 | $77,367 | $93,246 | Scarsdale, NY ($244,191) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 14% | bottom 38% | 15% | 15% | 16% | Rexburg, ID (71%) |
Fiber reaches 88.6% of homes in West Columbia, against 93.1% across Lexington County and 75.7% across South Carolina. Households in West Columbia are smaller than the US average (2.3 people against 2.7); 9% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $69,428 (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 West Columbia
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in West Columbia?
Lumos Networks Fiber in West Columbia, SC
Availability:
49.0%
Customer Rating:
(27)
Avg. Download Speed
5,000 Mbps
Lumos Networks offers Fiber service to 49.0% of West Columbia homes. Across the city, Lumos Networks Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
CarolinaConnect Fiber in West Columbia, SC
Availability:
32.6%
Customer Rating:
(12)
Avg. Download Speed
8,000 Mbps
CarolinaConnect offers Fiber service to 32.6% of West Columbia homes. Across the city, CarolinaConnect Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
EarthLink Fiber in West Columbia, SC
Availability:
21.3%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
4,351 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 21.3% of West Columbia homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,351 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 West Columbia from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in West Columbia, SC
Availability:
21.3%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
4,351 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 21.3% of West Columbia homes. Across the city, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,351 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 West Columbia from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Spectrum Fiber in West Columbia, SC
Availability:
12.3%
Customer Rating:
(207)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 12.3% of West Columbia homes. Across the city, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Windstream Fiber in West Columbia, SC
Availability:
12.0%
Customer Rating:
(40)
Avg. Download Speed
1,696 Mbps
Windstream offers Fiber service to 12.0% of West Columbia homes. Across the city, Windstream Fiber has speeds up to 1,696 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Windstream Fiber. Windstream Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in West Columbia from Windstream in terms of customer satisfaction.
TriCoLink Fiber in West Columbia, SC
Availability:
5.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
TriCoLink offers Fiber service to 5.2% of West Columbia homes. Across the city, TriCoLink Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Ripple Fiber in West Columbia, SC
Availability:
3.2%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Ripple Fiber offers Fiber service to 3.2% of West Columbia homes. Across the city, Ripple Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
COMPORIUM Fiber in West Columbia, SC
Availability:
2.1%
Customer Rating:
(3)
Avg. Download Speed
7,795 Mbps
COMPORIUM offers Fiber service to 2.1% of West Columbia homes. Across the city, COMPORIUM Fiber has speeds up to 7,795 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 8,000 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 West Columbia from COMPORIUM in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in West Columbia?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in West Columbia, SC
Availability:
95.1%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
62 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.1% of West Columbia homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 62 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.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in West Columbia, SC
Availability:
94.7%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
252 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.7% of West Columbia homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 252 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.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in West Columbia, SC
Availability:
91.7%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
39 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 91.7% of West Columbia homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 39 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 6.2 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in West Columbia, SC
Availability:
91.7%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
39 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 91.7% of West Columbia homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 39 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 6.2 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in West Columbia?
Spectrum Cable in West Columbia, SC
Availability:
99.6%
Customer Rating:
(1739)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 99.6% of West Columbia homes. Across the city, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in West Columbia?
EarthLink DSL in West Columbia, SC
Availability:
75.3%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
67 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 75.3% of West Columbia homes. Across the city, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 67 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 14 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in West Columbia from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in West Columbia, SC
Availability:
75.3%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
67 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 75.3% of West Columbia homes. Across the city, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 67 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 14 Mbps throughout the city. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in West Columbia from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Windstream DSL in West Columbia, SC
Availability:
22.6%
Customer Rating:
(52)
Avg. Download Speed
158 Mbps
Windstream offers DSL service to 22.6% of West Columbia homes. Across the city, Windstream DSL has speeds up to 158 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 300 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 16 Mbps throughout the city. Windstream DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in West Columbia from Windstream in terms of customer satisfaction.
COMPORIUM DSL in West Columbia, SC
Availability:
3.2%
Customer Rating:
(3)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
COMPORIUM offers DSL service to 3.2% of West Columbia homes. Across the city, COMPORIUM DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
Internet in West Columbia by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 82.7% of homes in 29169 to 95.6% in 29170. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in West Columbia
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|
ZIP codes in West Columbia
How West Columbia Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to West Columbia that have their own pages are all within 9 miles. Among them, Springdale has the most homes with fiber (98.4%) and St. Andrews the fewest (71.1%); West Columbia has 88.6%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Columbia (this page) | 44,642 | 88.6% | 5,378 Mbps | 8.1 | A- | 51/100 |
| Lexington | 100,838 | 96.4% | 6,313 Mbps | 8.1 | A- | 81/100 |
| St. Andrews | 22,520 | 71.1% | 3,549 Mbps | 8.3 | B+ | 50/100 |
| Gaston | 19,150 | 90.1% | 3,055 Mbps | 7.9 | B+ | 53/100 |
| Cayce | 15,372 | 91.8% | 4,748 Mbps | 8.6 | A- | 50/100 |
| Seven Oaks | 14,653 | 86.9% | 3,894 Mbps | 8.9 | A- | 70/100 |
| Red Bank | 10,648 | 89.7% | 6,123 Mbps | 7.8 | A- | 70/100 |
| Springdale | 3,522 | 98.4% | 5,020 Mbps | 8.5 | A | 73/100 |
| South Congaree | 2,377 | 97.8% | 7,905 Mbps | 8.3 | A | 45/100 |
| Pine Ridge | 2,192 | 74.6% | 3,814 Mbps | 7.8 | B+ | 54/100 |
| Olympia | 35 | 0.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 5 | D+ | 80/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in West Columbia?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by EarthLink. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, CarolinaConnect 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 West Columbia
| CarolinaConnect | 8,000 |
|---|---|
| COMPORIUM | 8,000 |
| AT&T | 5,000 |
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| Lumos Networks | 5,000 |
| Windstream | 2,000 |
| Ripple Fiber | 2,000 |
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| TriCoLink | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for West Columbia Internet Providers
Based on 132 reviews from South Carolina internet customers, EarthLink is the best internet service provider for West Columbia residents. EarthLink was rated at an average of 5.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet wins for second-place in South Carolina, with 5.00 out of 5 stars and 95.1% coverage in West Columbia.
At a national level, based on 4342 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, CarolinaConnect is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.42 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all West Columbia Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in West Columbia, South Carolina, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | West Columbia Overall | South Carolina Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EarthLink |  (1) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (22) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| CarolinaConnect | (0) | (12) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Comporium | (0) |  (24) | (26) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (1) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| Ripple Fiber | (0) | (1) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (11) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (1) | (55) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (0) | (0) | (99) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| TriCoLink | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in West Columbia
Based on data reported by West Columbia ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through CarolinaConnect. The company offers speeds up to 8,000 Mbps in West Columbia. 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 EarthLink. This indicates EarthLink reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | West Columbia Speed | South Carolina Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EarthLink | (1) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (22) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| CarolinaConnect | (0) | (12) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Comporium | (0) | (24) | (26) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (1) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| Ripple Fiber | (0) |  (1) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (11) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (1) | (55) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (0) | (0) | (99) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| TriCoLink | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in West Columbia?
Of the providers in West Columbia, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in West Columbia 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.
AT&T is rated 3.36 out of 5 for price, which is lower 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 West Columbia, South Carolina, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in West Columbia
| ISP / Tech Type | West Columbia Affordability | South Carolina Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EarthLink | (1) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (22) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| CarolinaConnect | (0) | (12) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Comporium | (0) | (24) | (26) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (1) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| Ripple Fiber | (0) | (1) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (11) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (1) | (55) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (0) | (0) | (99) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| TriCoLink | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in South Carolina
Customer Reviews
Teresa R
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless
February 04, 2026 I just wanted to share my experience with T-Mobile home internet, and I have to say, I’m pleased!
Getting everything set up was so easy! The equipment arrived on time, and the instructions were clear, so I was online. Honestly, I was pleasantly surprised by how simple the whole process was.
The internet speed! It’s been fantastic. Whether I’m streaming or working from home, everything runs great, and if I ever had a little hiccup, their customer service team was quick and really friendly, helping me out right away.
One thing I absolutely love about T-Mobile is how affordable it is. Compared to my last internet provider, T-Mobile has a great price with no hidden fees! The unlimited data option is also a huge win for me since I can use the internet as much as I want without stressing about those aggravating caps that slow you down if you reach a certain point.
If I could suggest one thing for improvement, it would be that the only problem I've ever had was last month. This month, it stalled out a few times, so I've had to restart, but like I said, this is the first time I've had any issues with it. I hope they can get that fixed.
All in all, I really recommend T-Mobile home internet! The $50 unlimited plan is perfect for people on fixed incomes. It’s been a really positive experience for me, and I’m excited to keep using it.
A West Columbia, SC Customer
Spectrum Cable
July 05, 2025 A West Columbia, SC Customer
EarthLink Fiber
August 26, 2024 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 West Columbia?
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 West Columbia is EarthLink.
- The fastest internet provider should be CarolinaConnect. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, EarthLink may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in West Columbia is AT&T.
- Viasat, Spectrum, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in West Columbia, available to 99.7% 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.