Internet Providers in Little River, SC

Over 134 people in Little River found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

36% availability
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Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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Limited-Time Fibermaxx Offer: Lock in Fiber 1 Gig for $39.95/mo

#2

Spectrum

100% availability
Spectrum logo

Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2713)

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Speeds up to 2G in Select Markets. Sign up today to enjoy the best in-home entertainment.

#3

Earthlink 5G Home Internet

86.1% availability
Earthlink 5G Home Internet logo

Connection Types:

Fixed Wireless / Mobile
Speed up to:

425 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

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No credit checks - No contracts

#4

Viasat

98.65% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#5

Frontier

39% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber / Phone
Speed up to:

7 Gbps

User Review:

(2641)

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Exclusive offer for qualified addresses. For new residential Internet customers only. Max speeds are wired, Fiber 1 Gig location dependent. Wi-Fi, actual & average speeds vary. Max speed capable range for Fiber 500 (450-500 Mbps download/upload), Fiber 1 Gig (846-1000 Mbps download, 792-1000 Mbps upload), Fiber 2 Gig (1800-2000 Mbps download/upload) and requires 2 Gbps capable devices and wiring. Fiber 5 Gig (4500-5000) and requires 5 Gbps capable devices and wiring. Fiber 7 Gig (up to 7000) and requires 7 Gbps capable devices and wiring. Performance details: frontier.com/internetdisclosures. Requires Auto Pay or $10/mo fee applies. Printed bill available for $2.99/mo. Fee does not apply to select customers. $50 expert installation fee applies. A $50 equipment restocking fee per household applies when Internet is disconnected. A fee up to $150 per device for Fiber 500, 1 Gig, and 2 Gig, and up to $400 for Fiber 5 Gig and Fiber 7 Gig also applies if equipment is not returned. Other applicable charges and additional services are extra. Subject to availability. Price and terms subject to change. Cannot be combined with other offers. Other restrictions, Frontier policies and service terms apply.

Save $10/mo with auto-pay. Get no data caps, no annual commitment, free installation, and a Wi-Fi router included.

#6

HughesNet

98.11% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

100 Mbps

User Review:

(2869)

*24-month commitment and early service termination fees apply. Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACH enrollment. Offer may vary by geographic area.

Unlimited Data – With no hard data limits, if you use the data in your plan, speeds will reduce.

Television Only Providers in Little River, SC

#1Dish Network

  • DISH is ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power for the third year in a row.
  • 2-Year TV Price Guarantee.
  • Free Google Voice Remote and Smart DVR Included.
  • Record up to 16 shows at once.
  • 80,000 On Demand Titles.
  • FREE Standard Professional Installation from a trusted, local expert.
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

#2DIRECTV

  • Best entertainement options for any sports fan over Cable TV, including NFL Sunday Ticket!
  • Includes local channels
  • HBO, Showtime, Starz, Cinemax free for first 3 months
  • Free upgrade to Genie HD-DVR
  • Free professional installation in up to 4 rooms
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

Best Internet Providers in Little River

In Little River, internet competition varies by neighborhood, but most residents have multiple options to choose from. After reviewing provider availability, plan pricing, typical speeds, and customer sentiment across the 25 areas we track, here are our top recommendations for 2026.

EarthLink Fiber is the standout pick if it is available at your address. With speeds up to 5 Gbps (and, in some areas, symmetrical upload speeds), it is often the best option for gaming, remote work, and busy households with many users and connected devices. Availability has expanded across parts of Little River, so it is worth checking your exact address first.

Spectrum is usually the most widely available choice in Little River and a strong option when you need a reliable connection. Its network reaches approximately 100% of Little River, with speeds up to 2 Gbps and plans starting around $50/mo, making it the most accessible option for many residents. In neighborhoods where EarthLink Fiber is not offered yet, Spectrum is often the best overall mix of speed and price.

Earthlink 5G Home Internet can be a strong third option if you would rather keep things simple, with straightforward pricing around $39.95/mo and fewer stipulations.

Coverage reaches roughly 86% of Little River, and speeds range between 50 Mbps and 425 Mbps, which is enough for streaming, video calls, and everyday home use. It can be a great fit in parts of Little River where signal strength is strong.

Frontier or Viasat may still offer service in parts of Little River, if none of these are available at your address, with speeds up to 7 Gbps. Since promotions change often, it is always smart to check current deals before you order.

What is the fastest internet provider in Little River?

Frontier is the fastest internet provider in Little River, SC, with download speeds up to 7 Gbps and upload speeds up to 7 Gbps — available to 39% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
FrontierFiber / Phone7 Gbps7 Gbps39.00%
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps36.00%
SpectrumCable / Television / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps100.00%
Earthlink 5G Home InternetFixed Wireless / Mobile425 Mbps15 Mbps86.10%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps98.65%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps98.11%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Little River?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Little River starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 5 Gbps. Earthlink 5G Home Internet offers the next lowest price at $39.95/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
Frontier$49.99Up to 7 GbpsNoUnlimited
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Spectrum$50.00Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Earthlink 5G Home Internet$39.95Up to 425 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Little River?

Little River has 4 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

77.77%

Fastest, most reliable. Symmetrical speeds. EarthLink Fiber is the best available for gaming and WFH.

Cable

100.00%

Most widely available wired option. Spectrum covers 100.00%, Horry Telephone Cooperative covers 89.45%. Up to 2 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

96.00%

Frontier, max 7 Gbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most Little River residents.

Little River, SC - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Little River, SC has a total of 8 internet providers including  4 Fiber providers, 2 Cable providers, 3 DSL providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Little River, SC by Coverage Area

All 8 internet providers serving Little River by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 4 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Spectrum2 Gbps2 GbpsCable / Television / Phone100.00%
2.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.65%
3.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.11%
4.Horry Telephone Cooperative50 Mbps10 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL89.45%
5.Earthlink 5G Home Internet425 Mbps15 MbpsFixed Wireless / Mobile86.10%
6.Frontier7 Gbps7 GbpsFiber / Phone39.00%
7.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber36.00%
8.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Little River?

Yes. Little River residents may qualify for free or discounted internet service through the federal Lifeline program, or provider-specific, low-income, affordable internet plans.

Federal Program

Lifeline

An FCC program that provides up to a $9.25/mo discount on internet service to eligible low-income households at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Provider Program

Spectrum Internet Assist

$25/month for 50 Mbps for qualifying households. Spectrum Internet Assist includes a modem and Security Suite (some may qualify for $15/mo).

Frequently Asked Questions about Little River

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Little River, SC, based on speed and pricing. It's Fiber internet reaches speeds up to 5 Gbps, and plans start at $39.95. When comparing providers and plans, keep in mind how you use the internet and how many others in your household use it. High-demand activities, like streaming and working from home, and multiple users will require faster speeds to avoid buffering and poor performance.

There are 8 internet providers in Little River, SC. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL and satellite.

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $39.95. Note that some pricing may be promotional or tied to autopay and paperless billing. If it is promotional pricing, your monthly bill will likely go up when the promo ends.

Frontier has the fastest speeds in Little River, with a top download speed of 7 Gbps. Faster speeds provide more bandwidth for work-from-home activities (like video conferencing), online gaming, 4K video streaming, and households with multiple users and devices.

Yes, fiber internet is available in Little River. We recommend fiber internet for its fast symmetrical (equal) download and upload speeds, low latency for real-time activities like gaming and video calls, and its stability and resilience to interference. Fiber availability varies by address.

Yes. Little River residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Spectrum Internet Assist provides 50 Mbps for $25/month. Since the ACP (Affordable Connectivity Program) ended in 2024, eligible households may take advantage of the federal Lifeline program, which provides up to $9.25/month in discounts.

If it's available in Little River, fiber internet is the best internet option for online gaming. Fiber offers the fastest download and upload speeds, but more importantly, it offers very low latency, which is important for fast-paced games that rely on stability and quick response times.

Yes, 5G home internet is available in Little River. 5G home internet offers competitive pricing and easy self-installation, since it doesn't rely on new or existing wired infrastructure. Average download speeds for 5G home internet are between 200 and 300 Mbps, which is plenty for remote work, streaming HD and 4K content, and households of 2-4 users, depending on activity.

The average download speed in Little River is 24 Mbps. For comparison, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) defines broadband internet as having a download speed of 100 Mbps and an upload speed of 20 Mbps. Go to TestMySpeed and run an internet speed test to see how fast your internet connection is compared to speeds in Little River, SC.

Spectrum, Viasat, HughesNet, Earthlink 5G Home Internet, and Frontier offer internet in Little River, SC.

  • Spectrum: Offers speeds up to 2 Gbps starting at $50.00/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Earthlink 5G Home Internet: Offers speeds up to 425 Mbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • Frontier: Offers speeds up to 7 Gbps starting at $49.99/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Little River

Horry County Memorial Library - Stephens Crossroad Branch Library
107 Highway 57 North
Little River, SC 29566
(843) 399-5541

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