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Internet Service Providers in South Carolina

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Internet Service Providers in South Carolina

Provider User Rating Phone Number
3
 (858) 947-7562
3.3
 (858) 947-7560
3.75
 (858) 947-7533
4
 (858) 947-7563
4.55
 (855) 853-8669
3.3
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5
 (205) 946-1154
2.8
 (858) 947-7547
2.2
 (855) 853-8669
2.6
 (858) 947-7500
2.7
 (858) 947-7524
3.4
 (858) 947-7531
2
 (858) 947-7510
3.65
 (858) 947-7574
4
 (858) 947-7547
 

Households

In South Carolina, the aggregate number of households is 2,295,908

  

Median Income

Households in the state of South Carolina have a median income of $49,605.

  

Population

The total population in the state of South Carolina is 4,869,283
 

DSL Technology

Approximately 89.38% of consumers in the state of South Carolina have access to DSL internet

  

Fiber Technology

Approximately 20.03% of consumers in the state of South Carolina have access to fiber-optic internet.

  

Cable Technology

Approximately 87.83% of consumers in the state of South Carolina have access to cable internet.
 

Wireless Technology

Approximately 99.69% of consumers in the state of South Carolina have access to mobile broadband internet.

  

Average upload speed

For residents in the state of South Carolina, the state-wide average upload speed is 6 Mbps

  

Average download speed

For residents in the state of South Carolina, the state-wide average download speed is 9 Mbps.
Internet Service Providers South Carolina

The Best Internet Services in South Carolina

Choosing an Internet service in South Carolina requires an understanding of the different services and how they work. The problem that many consumers have is selecting the best service from an endless selection of choices. Some of the top services are fiber optics, cable, DSL and satellite. Since there are many companies competing for business, the market has become very competitive, and the consumer benefits from this change because it's easier to find great deals. The downside is that it can be much more difficult to know what service to pick. Some providers offer bundles for their services, which can help customers save even more money on phone and Internet services.

MyRatePlan allows consumers to navigate the ocean of choices and find the best high-speed Internet service. Consumers can use MyRatePlan to compare Internet services in South Carolina and take advantage of several different tools. Many consumers want to find a service provider that is compatible with their existing TV or phone service, and MyRatePlan makes it quick and easy to do this.

If you need a provider for business Internet, you'll find a special section within MyRatePlan for this purpose. There is even a tool that can be used to check the speed of an existing Internet connection, and the test is compatible with most devices because it doesn't run on Flash or Java.

Cable Internet in South Carolina

Compare Cable Internet Providers in South Carolina

Cable Internet is provided through cable companies, and if you already have cable television service it is likely that you are eligible for high-speed Internet service as well. Cable Internet uses a physical coaxial cable to connect your home to the nearest cable company, and this cable provides shared bandwidth which can be used for a variety of services, including telephone and television service. There are numerous cable providers in South Carolina who offer Internet, telephone, and television bundles or some combination of the three.

Cable companies often share network bandwidth between their various customers. If you live in an area without many cable users, this could mean that your internet will reach speeds rivaling DSL, and you can expect fast download times and clear video chats. Cable connections provide a very low latency (around 5 to 40 millisecond response time) which is ideal for online gaming and video conferencing. However, if you live in an area where many users use the same cable provider, your internet speed and reliability may fluctuate from day to day depending on the usage patterns of others in your neighborhood. Especially if your neighbors are streaming videos or regularly downloading large files, your service may be slow on some days.

Cable has the advantage of being both cheap and widely available. Unlike DSL, you can be located longer distances away from your Internet service provider and still get a cable line run to your house. Also, since many forms of data can be sent over coaxial cable, cable Internet providers often provide cost-effective bundles of Internet, television, and phone. However, customers can sometimes get lost in the sheer number of options and end up paying more for services they don't need or use. The tools at MyRatePlan can help you find the cable Internet service bundle that is right for you.

Compare Fiber Optic Providers in South Carolina

Fiber Optic Providers in South Carolina

Internet providers in South Carolina may be offering the latest in digital technology in the form of fiber optic internet services. Fiber optic service providers offer TV, the internet, and phone services over an advanced fiber optic network that seems to function the same as a cable network to consumers. The notable differences between cable and fiber optic networks are the increased speed. If you're interested in fiber optic network providers, look into “FiOS” services in your local area.

Compare DSL Internet Providers in South Carolina

Selecting the Best DSL Internet Service in South Carolina

A digital subscriber line (DSL) is different from cable Internet in that it utilizes the phone line to create an Internet connection rather than a cable line. A telephone line has extra bandwidth that isn't needed to make telephone calls, and it is this extra bandwidth that is used by the DSL connection to provide high-speed Internet to the home, apartment, or other residence. Similar to cable Internet, DSL requires a user to connect to the Internet via a modem.

Even though a DSL customer must use the phone line to access the Internet, it's possible to make telephone calls and access the Internet simultaneously. One of the interesting features of DSL is that it's not a shared line like a cable Internet line, which means a customer may enjoy a more consistent speed than with cable Internet, even if the top available speed is lower than local South Carolina cable Internet options.

DSL works best when the home receiving Internet service is reasonably close to the service provider's local office. Therefore, if a home or apartment isn't close to the South Carolina DSL service provider's office, cable Internet or another high-speed Internet option may offer a better experience and higher maximum speed. In addition, anyone who doesn't have a landline and relies on their cell phone for calling will need to set up home telephone service to use DSL.

Find Satellite Internet Service Providers in South Carolina

Satellite Internet in South Carolina

To obtain satellite Internet service in South Carolina, consumers must get a satellite dish. Once a modem has been connected to the dish, a satellite will beam Internet service down to the dish, and the modem will process the information. For the fastest Internet in South Carolina, satellite isn't recommended, but it could be an excellent choice for residents who live in a rural area.

In fact, satellite Internet service is ideal for consumers who don't have access to telephone or cable connections. This type of service is great for remote locations, but it requires a functional satellite dish. MyRatePlan allows you to compare satellite, cable and DSL Internet services.