CenturyLink Business Raleigh, NC
Reliable Wired Connectivity for the Research Triangle Area – Fiber if Available, Unmetered Internet Anytime
CenturyLink (since merged with Lumen) provides business broadband connectivity to Raleigh office buildings, studios, and stores located in Wake County. Even if fiber is not available, all business plans come with unmetered internet connectivity and a wired connection suitable for your office.
Please Note: CenturyLink services in Raleigh are offered on a street address basis. Although fiber connectivity is being expanded, it may not be available at all buildings.
Key Things Raleigh Businesses Should Consider about CenturyLink
CenturyLink's Raleigh area consists of old DSL service and newly-built fiber service. CenturyLink's gigabit residential offer years ago was mostly aimed at Triangle suburbia cities such as Wake Forest, Clayton, and Fuquay-Varina. It means that a specific service plan you are able to buy will depend only on what type of wire is used to your building.
On the other hand, CenturyLink's services for businesses have several benefits: unlimited data with no overages, possibility to get no-contract deal, and reliable wired Internet service which is much better than fixed wireless connection. As long as Raleigh companies do not require multi-gigabit service, it may be a good choice for business — if there is fiber service nearby or sufficient DSL service speeds.
- Unlimited data on both DSL and fiber business plans
- Symmetrical upload/download of up to 940 Mbps if there is fiber service
- Select business plans can be bought without any contract
- Wired connection — generally more reliable than satellite or fixed wireless
CenturyLink Business Pricing in Raleigh Addresses
Below pricing represents current published business pricing. Availability and speeds in Raleigh will vary based on whether your location has fiber or DSL capability. Check your address for more details.
Simply Unlimited Business Internet
Lowest wired package suitable for basic cloud, email, and internet use in small Raleigh offices.
- Unlimited data — no overage charges
- DSL connection (fiber where available)
- Optional security and managed Wi-Fi add-ons
- No long-term contract available on select terms
Business Fiber
Fastest CenturyLink package available for Raleigh buildings with fiber capability.
- Symmetrical upload and download[citation:1]
- Built for video calls, cloud backups, large uploads
- Unlimited data included
- Supports shared office connections without throttling
*Prices quoted based on CenturyLink's published business pricing as of 2026. Taxes, installation fees, and hardware costs may apply. Cost of installation may range from $0 to $95; promotional deals can reduce the cost to $0. Availability of fiber connection is address-specific in Raleigh. DSL speeds may vary depending on the distance from the central office.
Fees and Practical Considerations for Raleigh Customers
CenturyLink is honest about its business fees at the plan level, but there are several that can be easily overlooked. The following fees are common among Raleigh customers.
Business Internet plans from CenturyLink are typically stand-alone plans and not part of any bundles. Voice and security services can also be added at an additional cost.
CenturyLink Fiber vs. DSL in Raleigh Locations
While CenturyLink’s wired network covers a majority of Raleigh business locations, the situation can be completely different for buildings with fiber vs. DSL services. Downtown and midtown office locations might have fiber depending on the particular building; suburban and industrial districts will likely use DSL.
As far as enterprise-class connections go (dedicated fiber, MPLS, big circuits for RTP pharmas or state contractors), these will be taken care of by Lumen’s enterprise channel, not the small business plan cards.
Locations in Raleigh to Check
- Downtown Raleigh — professional services, government-friendly offices
- North Hills / Midtown — healthcare, retail, corporate suites
- Warehouse District — creative and tech startups (Get the fiber)
- West Raleigh / Cary area — suburban offices, light industrial
- RTP area — enterprise services will go to Lumen, not small business plans
Use the map as a starting point, and check the serviceability for your actual suite location afterward.
CenturyLink vs. Other Business Internet Providers in Raleigh
The Raleigh business internet market features cable, fiber, and fixed wireless options. CenturyLink’s worth is based on whether fiber is available in your building.
| Provider | What to Compare | Availability Check |
|---|---|---|
| CenturyLink (Lumen) | Unlimited data, wired reliability, fiber symmetrical up to 940 Mbps where available. DSL speeds may lag cable/fiber competitors. Enterprise needs route to Lumen. | Check Address |
| Comcast Business | Broadest cable coverage in Raleigh, higher download speeds on standard plans, bundled security options. Upload speeds typically lower than fiber. | Check Address |
| AT&T Business | Fiber and fixed wireless in select Raleigh areas. Speeds up to multi-gig on fiber. Contract terms vary heavily by address. | Check Address |
| Spectrum Business | Cable and enterprise fiber options. Strong for larger Raleigh operations needing SLAs and managed network services. | Check Address |
| Google Fiber (GFiber) | Expanding in the Triangle. Small business availability may differ from residential. Symmetrical speeds where live. | Check Address |
Providers listed for comparison purposes. Accessibility is not guaranteed in every location in Raleigh.
Ready to Check CenturyLink Service at Your Raleigh Location?
Check to see if your building is equipped with fiber or DSL services, then consider if the $55 Simply Unlimited package or the $75 Business Fiber plan is right for you.