Internet Providers in Hillsboro, TN

Over 60 people in Hillsboro found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

45% availability
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Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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Authentic fiber connection, from the network to your door.

#2

Spectrum

97.29% availability
Spectrum logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

7 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

Viasat

98.19% availability
Viasat logo

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#4

HughesNet

97.09% 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.

#5

Starlink

97% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite
Speed up to:

400 Mbps

User Review:

(2978)

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Fast Satellite Internet available almost anywhere on Earth.

Television Only Providers in Hillsboro, TN

#1DIRECTV

  • Local channels included at no extra cost
  • 2-year price guarantee — lock in your rate
  • Premium channels free for 3 months
  • Access to Regional Sports Networks with CHOICE package or higher
  • Self-setup in minutes; no technician needed
Pricing starting at:
$59.99

#2Dish 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

Best Internet Providers in Hillsboro

Hillsboro sits tucked into rolling hills and farmland. With the main highway and county roads shaping where utility lines run, providers tend to cluster along those strips. Fiber service is concentrated in downtown Hillsboro and along the state highway corridor, while the northern and eastern rural outskirts remain primarily served by satellite and fixed wireless. So, evening streaming is smooth near the center and along the highway, but once you push into the farm roads you'll notice higher latency and often much lower upload speeds on satellite and older DSL.

EarthLink Fiber's fiber can give you the best combination of price and performance in Hillsboro, it it is available at your address. Fiber internet is the top choice for consistency and speed, making it ideal for remote work and for households with many users and devices. Plans start at 100 Mbps, with pricing ranging between $30 and $99/mo.

Spectrum cable internet is the next-best option in Hillsboro for fast downloads and broad availability, if fiber is not available. Speeds can reach up to 7 Gbps, and pricing often starts around $30/mo.

Cyberonic 5G home internet can be an easy setup with predictable pricing, and is worth considering in Hillsboro. Plans start around $99/mo, with typical speeds around 50 Mbps-11 Mbps depending on your location and signal.

What is the fastest internet provider in Hillsboro?

Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Hillsboro, TN, with download speeds up to 7 Gbps and upload speeds up to 2 Gbps — available to 97.29% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
SpectrumFiber / Cable / Television / Phone7 Gbps2 Gbps97.29%
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps45.00%
StarlinkSatellite400 Mbps44 Mbps97.00%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps98.19%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps97.09%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Hillsboro?

Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in Hillsboro starting at $30.00/month with speeds up to 7 Gbps. EarthLink Fiber offers the next lowest price at $39.95/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
Spectrum$30.00Up to 7 GbpsNoUnlimited
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Starlink$55.00Up to 400 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Hillsboro?

Hillsboro has 3 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Cable

97.29%

Most widely available wired option. Spectrum covers 97.29%, Cyberonic covers 0.00%. Up to 7 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

97.23%

Cyberonic, max 11 Mbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps), Starlink (400 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most Hillsboro residents.

Hillsboro, TN - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Hillsboro, TN has a total of 8 internet providers including  2 Cable providers, 3 DSL providers and 3 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Hillsboro, TN by Coverage Area

All 8 internet providers serving Hillsboro 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.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.19%
2.Spectrum7 Gbps2 GbpsFiber / Cable / Television / Phone97.29%
3.Ben Lomand15 Mbps1 MbpsFiber / DSL97.23%
4.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone97.09%
5.Starlink400 Mbps44 MbpsSatellite97.00%
6.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber45.00%
7.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless~
8.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Hillsboro?

Yes. Hillsboro 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 Hillsboro

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Hillsboro, TN, 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 Hillsboro, TN. Residents have a variety of service options, including cable, DSL and satellite.

Spectrum offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $30.00. 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.

Spectrum has the fastest speeds in Hillsboro, 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 Hillsboro. 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. Hillsboro 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 Hillsboro, 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.

No, 5G home internet is not available in Hillsboro. Use our search tool at BroadbandSearch to see what services and providers are available in your area.

The average download speed in Hillsboro is 35 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 Hillsboro, TN.

Viasat, Spectrum, HughesNet, Starlink, and EarthLink Fiber offer internet in Hillsboro, TN.

  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • Spectrum: Offers speeds up to 7 Gbps starting at $30.00/mo.
  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Starlink: Offers speeds up to 400 Mbps starting at $55.00/mo.
  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.

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How We Research Internet Providers

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Coverage

Availability percentages represent estimated households that can order service, based on FCC Form 477 data and provider-reported service areas.

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