Internet providers in Shelby, NC

Internet in Shelby

Moving towns or switching internet providers can be confusing and stressful. Comparing internet providers against the averages in the Shelby area can help you choose the right internet and get back to your life.

Shelby Residential Internet Coverage

Residents of Shelby work both blue- and white-collar jobs. They tend to be lower-middle class and well-educated. Shelby residents depend on their internet to stay in touch with friends and family as well as to advance their careers. 100% of Shelby residents can connect to high-speed internet services compared with 91% of the state.

100% of Shelby homes can access cable internet from Time Warner Spectrum. DSL is provided to 98% of residents, courtesy of AT&T. In addition, fiber optics are making their way into the area. RST Fiber currently provides the service to 11% of homes and is likely to expand this offering.

Businesses have additional options. Megapath offers copper wire to 100% of Shelby businesses and DSL to 73% of area commercial enterprises.

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Average download speed
153.25 Mbps

Average upload speed
17.18 Mbps

Average latency (ping)
34.6 ms

Average jitter
23.32 ms

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What is the best internet provider in Shelby?

Spectrum - No data caps
Verizon Home Internet - Fast upload and download speeds
Hughesnet - Perfect for rural areas
Viasat - Widely available

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Summary of Shelby internet providers

Provider	Type	Download speeds up to	User rating	Order online
Spectrum	Cable	1000 Mbps (wireless speeds may vary)	3.5/5	View Plans for Spectrum
T-Mobile Home Internet	5G Home	245 Mbps	3.5/5	View Plans for T-Mobile Home Internet
Verizon Home Internet	5G Home	300 Mbps	4/5	View Plans for Verizon Home Internet
Hughesnet	Satellite	100 Mbps	3/5	View Plans for Hughesnet
Viasat	Satellite	150 Mbps	3/5	View Plans for Viasat
Easy Internet Now	Fiber	5000 Mbps	4.5/5