Best Internet Providers in Wilmington, NC
All 7 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Wilmington, NC
Wilmington has 7 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 Wilmington.
Ranks compare Wilmington with the 305 US medium cities (100,000 to 249,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Wilmington, NC at a Glance
Wilmington 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
T-Mobile Home Internet
Connection
Customer Rating
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 Wilmington ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Wilmington, NC?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Wilmington based on 322 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 Wilmington?
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 Wilmington
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- Lumos Networks - fiber coverage map
- Metronet - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
How Wilmington Compares to Places Its Size
Wilmington's report card score is tied 123rd of 305 and its connectivity index is tied 190th of 305.
| Measure | Wilmington | Rank among US medium cities (100,000 to 249,999 people) | New Hanover County | North Carolina | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 80.2% | Tied 155th of 305 | 81.2% | 78.0% | 71.5% | Overland Park, KS (99.9%) |
| Average top speed | 3,686 Mbps | 162nd of 305 | 3,797 Mbps | 3,577 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | West Valley City, UT (9,708 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 7.9 | Tied 137th of 305 | 7.8 | 7.3 | 7.1 | Carolina, PR (12.6) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.2 | Tied 293rd of 305 | 2.2 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Lakewood, NJ (5.1) |
| Workers who work from home | 20% | Tied 70th of 305 | 20% | 16% | 15% | Frisco, TX (38%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 97% | Tied 131st of 305 | 97% | 95% | 96% | 46 places at 99% |
| Homes with internet | 93% | Tied 147th of 305 | 94% | 91% | 91% | Allen, TX and Cumming, GA and 8 more (98%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 82% | Tied 96th of 305 | 83% | 77% | 76% | Highlands Ranch, CO (92%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 86% | Tied 111th of 305 | 86% | 80% | 81% | Frisco, TX (96%) |
| Median household income | $83,329 | 179th of 305 | $86,294 | $83,207 | $93,246 | Sunnyvale, CA ($189,225) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 17% | Tied 104th of 305 | 16% | 16% | 16% | College Station, TX (57%) |
Fiber reaches 80.2% of homes in Wilmington, against 81.2% across New Hanover County and 78.0% across North Carolina. Households in Wilmington are smaller than the US average (2.2 people against 2.7); 20% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $83,329 (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 Wilmington
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Wilmington?
EarthLink Fiber in Wilmington, NC
Availability:
64.0%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
4,036 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 64.0% of Wilmington homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,036 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 Wilmington from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Wilmington, NC
Availability:
64.0%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
4,036 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 64.0% of Wilmington homes. Across the city, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,036 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 Wilmington from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Spectrum Fiber in Wilmington, NC
Availability:
22.1%
Customer Rating:
(207)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 22.1% of Wilmington homes. Across the city, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Lumos Networks Fiber in Wilmington, NC
Availability:
17.6%
Customer Rating:
(27)
Avg. Download Speed
5,000 Mbps
Lumos Networks offers Fiber service to 17.6% of Wilmington homes. Across the city, Lumos Networks Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Metronet Fiber in Wilmington, NC
Availability:
16.7%
Customer Rating:
(74)
Avg. Download Speed
5,120 Mbps
Metronet offers Fiber service to 16.7% of Wilmington homes. Across the city, Metronet Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 5,120 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Wilmington?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Wilmington, NC
Availability:
95.4%
Customer Rating:
(341)
Avg. Download Speed
77 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.4% of Wilmington homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 77 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 15 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Wilmington, NC
Availability:
91.7%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
227 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 91.7% of Wilmington homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 227 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 city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Wilmington, NC
Availability:
91.5%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
44 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 91.5% of Wilmington homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 44 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 7.3 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Wilmington, NC
Availability:
91.5%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
44 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 91.5% of Wilmington homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 44 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 7.3 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Wilmington?
Spectrum Cable in Wilmington, NC
Availability:
97.6%
Customer Rating:
(1738)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 97.6% of Wilmington homes. Across the city, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Wilmington?
EarthLink DSL in Wilmington, NC
Availability:
62.9%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
50 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 62.9% of Wilmington 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 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Wilmington from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Wilmington, NC
Availability:
62.9%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
50 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 62.9% of Wilmington 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 Mbps throughout the city. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Wilmington from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Wilmington by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 35.4% of homes in Wrightsboro to 95.5% in Landfall; by ZIP code, from 69.2% in 28412 to 93.6% in 28405. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Wilmington
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Lake | 10,913 | 63.5% | 2,488 Mbps | 7.3 | B | 67/100 |
| South Side | 10,073 | 66.5% | 3,514 Mbps | 7.6 | B | 52/100 |
| Bayshore | 4,737 | 94.0% | 4,516 Mbps | 9.1 | A- | 76/100 |
| College Park | 4,480 | 87.4% | 3,811 Mbps | 8.7 | A- | 56/100 |
| Wrightsboro | 4,227 | 35.4% | 1,983 Mbps | 5.6 | C+ | 67/100 |
| Landfall | 4,004 | 95.5% | 4,740 Mbps | 7.9 | A- | 64/100 |
| Carolina Heights | 3,129 | 78.5% | 4,092 Mbps | 8 | B+ | 41/100 |
ZIP codes in Wilmington
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28412 | 43,565 | 69.2% | 2,923 Mbps | 8 | B | 69/100 |
| 28403 | 38,039 | 83.8% | 4,166 Mbps | 8.3 | B+ | 62/100 |
| 28411 | 37,792 | 85.8% | 3,988 Mbps | 7.7 | B+ | 79/100 |
| 28409 | 33,887 | 92.1% | 4,567 Mbps | 8.7 | A- | 84/100 |
| 28405 | 31,871 | 93.6% | 3,927 Mbps | 6.9 | B+ | 68/100 |
| 28401 | 22,104 | 69.3% | 3,443 Mbps | 7.1 | B | 56/100 |
How Wilmington Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Wilmington that have their own pages are all within 9 miles. Among them, Myrtle Grove has the most homes with fiber (96.5%) and Castle Hayne the fewest (41.3%); Wilmington has 80.2%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmington (this page) | 169,085 | 80.2% | 3,686 Mbps | 7.9 | B+ | 69/100 |
| Murraysville | 16,745 | 88.2% | 4,143 Mbps | 6.9 | B+ | 76/100 |
| Myrtle Grove | 11,476 | 96.5% | 4,509 Mbps | 8.9 | A- | 86/100 |
| Castle Hayne | 8,655 | 41.3% | 2,214 Mbps | 6.2 | C+ | 61/100 |
| Kings Grant | 8,466 | 94.1% | 4,705 Mbps | 7 | B+ | 74/100 |
| Winnabow | 7,490 | 82.8% | 2,473 Mbps | 6 | B | 79/100 |
| Wrightsville Beach | 4,267 | 87.9% | 4,509 Mbps | 8.5 | A- | 73/100 |
| Belville | 3,239 | 85.3% | 4,712 Mbps | 7.4 | B+ | 78/100 |
| Navassa | 1,367 | 77.7% | 3,557 Mbps | 7.8 | B+ | 61/100 |
| Blue Clay Farms | 168 | 100.0% | 5,000 Mbps | 7.8 | A | 87/100 |
| Skippers Corner | 73 | 100.0% | 5,000 Mbps | 7 | A- | 66/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Wilmington?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Spectrum. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, AT&T and EarthLink 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 Wilmington
| Metronet | 5,120 |
|---|---|
| AT&T | 5,000 |
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| Lumos Networks | 5,000 |
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Wilmington Internet Providers
Based on 322 reviews from North Carolina internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Wilmington residents. AT&T was rated at an average of 3.73 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Spectrum wins for second-place in North Carolina, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 97.9% coverage in Wilmington.
At a national level, based on 4274 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 Wilmington Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Wilmington, North Carolina, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Wilmington Overall | North Carolina Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T |  (2) | (59) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (3) | (214) | (1948) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink |  (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (23) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| Metronet | (0) | (3) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (13) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Wilmington
Based on data reported by Wilmington ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through AT&T and EarthLink. These internet providers offer speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in Wilmington. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,682 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 Spectrum. This indicates Spectrum reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Wilmington Speed | North Carolina Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | (3) | (214) | (1948) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (2) | (59) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (13) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (23) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| Metronet | (0) | (3) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Wilmington?
Of the providers in Wilmington, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Wilmington 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.
AT&T is rated 5.00 out of 5 for price, which is much higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. Spectrum is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Wilmington, North Carolina, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Wilmington
| ISP / Tech Type | Wilmington Affordability | North Carolina Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T |  (2) | (59) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (3) | (214) | (1948) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (23) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| Metronet | (0) | (3) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (13) | (341) | 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
RF
AT&T Fiber
April 14, 2026 My service is fast and reliable. The provider reaches out proactively if there is an outage and provides estimates on restoration. They have always restored service long before the estimated time.
A Wilmington, NC Customer
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless
June 29, 2023 Tammie
Spectrum Cable
June 28, 2023 We've been with spectrum for over 10 years now and we play video games in this house so it's essential. We also use all the streaming services that require the internet to even use. I don't know of any other internet/cable service that's cheap enough like the one we have that actually works. Spectrum will always be carried on from home to home no matter what .
A Wilmington, NC Customer
Spectrum Cable
May 31, 2023 Spectrum has been my provider for many years. Any time I have had an issue, they have been prompt to respond. When I contact them, there is a wait time that can be long, but overall they do a great job to provide quality service once someone answers. I have been offered wonderful promotions to help with the cost of service. I plan to remain a customer in the future.
A Wilmington, NC Customer
AT&T DSL
March 27, 2023 Rate your provider
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Wilmington?
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 Wilmington is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be AT&T and EarthLink. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Spectrum may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Wilmington is AT&T.
- Viasat, Spectrum, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Wilmington, available to 97.9% 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.