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Internet providers in 23836
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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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?23836 internet service at a glance
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 23836 ZIP code 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 23836 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 97% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 95% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 15% of those living in the 23836 ZIP code.
There are four internet providers serving the 23836 area, and 92.73% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 23836, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 23836
The largest internet providers serving the 23836 ZIP code are Verizon and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 23836 ZIP code, covering 95% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 15% of the area. Chester’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 96% of residents in the 23836 ZIP code.
Verizon 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in the 23836 ZIP code, covering 95% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines 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 $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Chester, $44.99.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chester, $2.14.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 15 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in 23836 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Chester's providers, 298 Mbps.
Verizon 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 23836 ZIP code, covering 15% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Verizon is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 23836 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Chester, $44.99.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chester, $2.14.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 880 Mbps in 23836 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 15% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chester's providers, 298 Mbps.
Xfinity cable 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 23836 ZIP code, covering 96% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 23836 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Chester, $44.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chester, $2.14.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 23836 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Chester's providers, 298 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 23836 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 23836 and the greater Chester area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Chester at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Chester at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 23836 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 23836 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 23836?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in the 23836 ZIP code with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 15% of households in 23836. The next fastest internet provider in the 23836 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 200 Mbps to 96% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 23836?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 23836 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Chester, $44.99.
Is fiber internet available in 23836?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 23836 ZIP code, covering 15% of the city.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
What’s the best internet provider in my area?
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.
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