Internet providers in Cary, North Carolina
Cary is in Wake County, North Carolina, and has 4 ZIP codes. Available providers can differ from one ZIP code to the next, so pick yours below.
AT&T reports service to the most residential locations in Cary, about 96%. 5 providers report coverage of at least half of locations (AT&T, Spectrum, Verizon, T-Mobile Home Internet, and Google Fiber), so the market looks competitive. Fiber-focused providers reporting service here include Google Fiber (69%). T-Mobile Home Internet offers fixed wireless home internet, an option if you prefer no cable or fiber installation.
Our picks for internet in Cary
- Widest coverage: AT&T (about 96% of locations)
- Fiber-focused option: Google Fiber (about 69% of locations)
- No-install wireless option: T-Mobile Home Internet (about 80% of locations)
Picks are based on the share of locations each provider reports serving, not on price or customer reviews.
ZIP codes in Cary
Compare internet providers in Cary, North Carolina
Share of residential locations in Cary where each provider reports service, from the FCC National Broadband Map (data as of December 31, 2025). Availability depends on your exact address.
| # | Provider | Technology (varies by address) | Locations covered | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 96% | Check availability |
| 2 | Spectrum | Fiber, Cable | 96% | |
| 3 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 81% | Check availability |
| 4 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 80% | |
| 5 | Google Fiber | Fiber | 69% |
Satellite internet
| 1 | HughesNet | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 2 | Viasat | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 3 | Starlink | Satellite | 99%+ |
Satellite service is available at nearly every address but typically has higher latency than wired options.
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What technologies are available in Cary?
Fiber is widely available: about 84% of locations in Cary can get it. Gigabit-class service (1,000 Mbps down) is reported for about 87% of locations. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 94% of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in Cary that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
Best-connected ZIP codes in Cary
Frequently asked questions
Is fiber internet available in Cary?
Yes, in part. About 84% of residential locations in Cary can get fiber, 93% can get cable, and about 87% can get gigabit-class speeds, per FCC data. Availability depends on your exact address.
Which internet provider has the widest coverage in Cary?
AT&T reports service to about 96% of residential locations in Cary, the most of any provider, per FCC data. Availability still depends on your address.
How many internet providers serve Cary?
5 providers report service to at least 2% of locations in Cary, and 5 cover at least half. Satellite (HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink) is also available nearly everywhere.
Is there fiber internet in Cary?
Fiber providers reporting service in Cary include Google Fiber (69% of locations). Other providers may also offer fiber in parts of the city, so check your address.
What is the difference between fiber, cable and DSL?
Fiber offers the fastest and most consistent speeds, cable is widely available with high download speeds, and DSL runs over phone lines and is usually slower. See our guide for details.
What internet speed do I need in Cary?
Most households are well served by 100–300 Mbps. Heavy streaming, gaming or many connected devices may benefit from 500 Mbps or more.