Coverage · ZIP 28601
Internet Providers in Hickory, NC (28601)
There are 17 internet providers available in Hickory, NC (ZIP 28601), including MetroNet, AT&T Fiber, Ripple Fiber. Compare each provider below by technology, maximum advertised speed, and area coverage, then call (833) 261-0564 for help choosing a plan. Coverage data is sourced from the FCC National Broadband Map.
Internet providers in Hickory, NC (ZIP 28601)
There are 17 residential internet providers available in Hickory, NC (ZIP 28601), including MetroNet, AT&T Fiber, Ripple Fiber. The table below lists each provider with its technology type, maximum advertised speeds, and area coverage, sourced from the FCC National Broadband Map.
| Provider | Technology | Max download | Max upload | Area coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MetroNet | Fiber | 10 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 37% |
| AT&T Fiber | Fiber | 5 Gbps | 5 Gbps | 0% |
| Ripple Fiber | Fiber | 2 Gbps | 2 Gbps | 5% |
| SKYBEST COMMUNICATIONS | Fiber | 2 Gbps | 2 Gbps | 0% |
| Spectrum Fiber | Fiber | 1 Gbps | 500 Mbps | 10% |
| Brightspeed Fiber | Fiber | 1 Gbps | 1 Gbps | 0% |
| Spectrum | Cable | 1 Gbps | 35 Mbps | 85% |
| Verizon 5G Home | 5G Home Internet | 300 Mbps | 30 Mbps | 53% |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 5G Home Internet | 100 Mbps | 20 Mbps | 78% |
| AT&T Internet Air | 5G Home Internet | 100 Mbps | 20 Mbps | 75% |
| Carolina West | 5G Home Internet | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 86% |
| RiverStreet Networks | Fixed Wireless | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 61% |
| Starlink | Satellite | 280 Mbps | 30 Mbps | 100% |
| Viasat | Satellite | 150 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
| HughesNet | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 5 Mbps | 100% |
| Brightspeed | DSL | 100 Mbps | 10 Mbps | 83% |
| AT&T Internet | DSL | — | — | 0% |
Internet in Hickory, NC — common questions
How many internet providers are available in Hickory, NC?
There are 17 internet providers available in Hickory, NC (ZIP 28601), including MetroNet, AT&T Fiber, Ripple Fiber. Availability varies by exact address.
What is the fastest internet available in 28601?
MetroNet offers the highest advertised download speed in Hickory, NC at up to 10 Gbps. Actual speeds depend on the plan and your address.
How do I check internet availability at my address in Hickory, NC?
Enter your ZIP code on Ziatan to see every provider serving your block, then call (833) 261-0564 for help comparing plans and pricing — free, with no signup required.