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NCTC is a large internet service provider in the United States, serving 2 states or territories: Tennessee and Kentucky. Learn more about NCTC's coverage and availability on this page.

 

Can I get NCTC internet in my area?

The easiest way to find out is to click the link below.

 

You may enter your zip code to check local availability or view the map below before contacting NCTC.



 

NCTC Availability Map

NCTC availability map

Any Internet Availability

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On the map you can see NCTC's coverage area in the United States. Areas in green are most likely to have coverage, where some homes in yellow to red areas may not have coverage.

The table below shows coverage and average maximum speeds by state.

State
Availaiblity
Average Best Speed
0.66%
1000.00 Mbps
0.52%
897.62 Mbps

 

How fast is NCTC's internet?

NCTC download speed map

Internet Download Speed

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50 Mbps
1000 Mbps+

 

The map above shows average maximum speeds by area. Overall, NCTC internet speeds are adequate for most homes.

Download speeds (the speed at which you receive files and streaming video) range from 12 to 1,000 Mbps. The average customer has access to plans with download speeds up to 880 Mbps. This puts NCTC in the 85th percentile versus other ISPs for download speeds, meaning speeds are much faster than the average provider in the US.

Upload speeds (the speed you can send files and video to others) range from a low of 2.0 Mbps to a high of 1,000 Mbps. The average is 878 Mbps, placing NCTC in the 89th percentile for internet provider upload speeds, which is more than fast enough for a modern household.

 

What broadband services does NCTC offer?

Across the country NCTC offers fiber and DSL internet service. The table below shows which types of service NCTC offers and the average maximum speed for each service type. “Coverage” is the percent of NCTC customers who can get that type of service.


Technology
Coverage
Average Best Speed
Fiber
96.28%
1,000 Mbps
DSL
13.40%
21 Mbps
Below are maps for each type of internet service NCTC offers.

 

Where is NCTC Fiber Available?

NCTC fiber availablility map and speeds

Fiber Internet Speed

1 Mbps
50 Mbps
1000 Mbps+

 

The NCTC fiber availability map shows where fiber has been made available to customers. If you can get fiber, it is usually the best option for most people due to fast speeds and low lag. Fiber is available within 96.28% of NCTC's coverage footprint, and the average speed for fiber is 1,000 Mbps download and 1,000 Mbps upload.

 

Where is NCTC DSL Available?

NCTC DSL availablility map and speeds

DSL Internet Speed

1 Mbps
50 Mbps
1000 Mbps+

 

DSL is delivered over the telephone line. Speeds are often slower than cable or fiber, but the service is often less expensive. The above NCTC DSL availability map shows where NCTC customers can get DSL service and at what download speeds. The average speed of NCTC DSL across the nation is 21 Mbps download and 4.1 Mbps for upload speed. 13.40% of NCTC customers can choose DSL.

 


 

Can I get NCTC TV Service?

Probably. Most fiber optic and cable companies are able to offer some kind of TV service. In either case, you can also get NCTC internet and satellite TV.

 

What cities and zips does NCTC serve?

With coverage in 67 cities and 21 zip codes, only the largest are listed below:

City
Availability
Average Best Speed
99.73%
822.74 Mbps
100.00%
1000.00 Mbps
100.00%
1000.00 Mbps
89.92%
1000.00 Mbps
94.10%
1000.00 Mbps
10.55%
1000.00 Mbps
30.53%
1000.00 Mbps
100.00%
1000.00 Mbps
94.68%
1000.00 Mbps
34.85%
1000.00 Mbps
 
 
 
Zip
Availability
Average Best Speed
100.00%
856.74 Mbps
100.00%
1000.00 Mbps
99.98%
1000.00 Mbps
93.09%
1000.00 Mbps
94.91%
1000.00 Mbps
100.00%
1000.00 Mbps
10.19%
1000.00 Mbps
29.85%
1000.00 Mbps
94.95%
1000.00 Mbps
38.37%
1000.00 Mbps