*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 Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.97%
2 providers - 99.58%
3 providers - 2.88%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Bedford is comparable to the rest of Virginia - 97%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Bedford area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Bedford residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Bedford, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Bedford area, and 99.58% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Bedford's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Bedford are Verizon, Shentel, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Bedford.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Bedford residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Shentel, which covers 100% of the area. Bedford’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Bedford residents.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Bedford covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Bedford 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 Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Bedford, $55.99.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Bedford, $0.64.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Bedford. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bedford's providers, 61 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Shentel offers broadband to all households in Bedford covering 100% of the area.
Shentel’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Bedford residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Shentel start at $65/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Bedford, $55.99.
Shentel customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.30 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Bedford, $0.64.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Shentel offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Bedford. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bedford's providers, 61 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Bedford covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Bedford where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Bedford, $55.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Bedford, $0.64.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Bedford. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Bedford's providers, 61 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Bedford with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 2.879% of households in Bedford. The next fastest internet provider in Bedford is Shentel, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Bedford with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Bedford, $55.99.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
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