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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 Feb 22, 2021.
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Broadband availability
5927
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.49%
2 providers - 98.40%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Emporia 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 Emporia area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Emporia residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Emporia, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the Emporia area, and 98.40% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Emporia's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 200 Mbps.
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Top high-speed internet providers in Emporia
The largest internet providers in Emporia are Verizon, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Emporia.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Emporia residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 99% of the area. Emporia’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Emporia residents.
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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Emporia covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Emporia 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 Emporia, $44.99.
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 Emporia. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Emporia's providers, 79 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Emporia covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Emporia 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 Emporia, $44.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Emporia, $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 Emporia. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Emporia's providers, 79 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Emporia covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Emporia 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Emporia, $44.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Emporia, $2.14.
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 Emporia. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Emporia's providers, 79 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Emporia?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Emporia with download speeds up to 200 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Emporia. The next fastest internet provider in Emporia is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Emporia?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Emporia with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Emporia, $44.99.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
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 internet speeds do I get?
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
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.
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