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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?Roanoke internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
6205
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.92%
2 providers - 92.10%
3 providers - 0.91%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Roanoke is comparable to the rest of Texas - 91%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Roanoke area will have access to DSL, which covers 98% of Roanoke residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 93% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 12% of those living in Roanoke.
There are six internet providers serving the Roanoke area, and 92.10% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Roanoke's six internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Roanoke
The largest internet providers in Roanoke are AT&T and Spectrum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Roanoke.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Roanoke residents, covering 98% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 12% of the area. Roanoke’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 93% of Roanoke residents.
AT&T DSL internet
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Roanoke covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Roanoke to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Roanoke, $46.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Roanoke, $0.90.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Roanoke. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Roanoke's providers, 288 Mbps.
AT&T fiber-optic internet
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of Oct 13, 2021.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to a limited number of households in Roanoke covering 12% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Roanoke than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $40/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Roanoke, $46.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Roanoke, $0.90.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Roanoke. These download speeds are available to 12% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Roanoke's providers, 288 Mbps.
Spectrum cable internet
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Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to nearly all households in Roanoke covering 93% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Roanoke residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Roanoke, $46.99.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Roanoke, $0.90.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Roanoke. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Roanoke's providers, 288 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Roanoke, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Roanoke, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Roanoke and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Roanoke at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Roanoke at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Roanoke residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Roanoke?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Roanoke with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 12% of households in Roanoke. The next fastest internet provider in Roanoke is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 93% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Roanoke?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Roanoke with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Roanoke, $46.99.
Is fiber internet available in Roanoke?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Roanoke, covering 12% of the city.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
How do I change internet providers?
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
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