| Provider | ||||
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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 86% |
| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 85% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 2.604% |
| Cox | $49.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Cox | $49.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 8.807% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 3.446% |
Hunt Telecommunications  | - | 25 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 3.446% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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 - 99.69%
2 providers - 98.88%
3 providers - 6.05%
4+ providers - 3.45%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Fair Oaks 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 Fair Oaks area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Fair Oaks residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 81% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 72% of those living in Fair Oaks.
There are seven internet providers serving the Fair Oaks area, and 98.88% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Fair Oaks's seven internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Fair Oaks are Verizon and Cox bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Fair Oaks.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Fair Oaks residents, covering 86% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 85% of the area. Fair Oaks’s third most-available internet provider, Cox, offers cable to around 99% of Fair Oaks 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.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Fair Oaks covering 86% 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 Fair Oaks than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Fair Oaks, $47.49.
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 Fair Oaks, $0.29.
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 Fair Oaks. These download speeds are available to 86% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fair Oaks's providers, 449 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.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Fair Oaks covering 85% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Fair Oaks 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Fair Oaks, $47.49.
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 Fair Oaks, $0.29.
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 Fair Oaks. These download speeds are available to 85% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fair Oaks's providers, 449 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 Cox offers broadband to all households in Fair Oaks covering 99% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Fair Oaks residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Fair Oaks, $47.49.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Fair Oaks, $0.29.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in Fair Oaks. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fair Oaks's providers, 449 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Fair Oaks, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Fair Oaks, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Fair Oaks and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Fair Oaks at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Fair Oaks at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Fair Oaks residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Fair Oaks with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 2.604% of households in Fair Oaks. The next fastest internet provider in Fair Oaks is Cox, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 99% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in Fair Oaks with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Fair Oaks, $47.49.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Fair Oaks, covering 86% of the city. Cox also offers fiber internet in Fair Oaks and is available to 8.807% of households.
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%.
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.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
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