*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 - 100.00%
2 providers - 95.00%
3 providers - 8.73%
4+ providers - 0.00%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Fairfax 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 Fairfax area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Fairfax residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 77% of those living in Fairfax.
There are four internet providers serving the Fairfax area, and 95.00% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Fairfax's four internet providers, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Fairfax are Verizon and Cox bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Fairfax.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Fairfax residents, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 79% of the area. Fairfax’s third most-available internet provider, Cox, offers cable to around 96% of Fairfax 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 Fairfax covering 93% 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 Fairfax than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Fairfax, $58.74.
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 Fairfax, $0.28.
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 Fairfax. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fairfax's providers, 573 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 most households in Fairfax covering 79% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Fairfax 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 Fairfax, $58.74.
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 Fairfax, $0.28.
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 Fairfax. These download speeds are available to 79% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fairfax's providers, 573 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 nearly all households in Fairfax covering 96% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Fairfax residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Fairfax, $58.74.
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 Fairfax, $0.28.
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 Fairfax. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fairfax's providers, 573 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Fairfax, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Fairfax, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Fairfax and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Fairfax at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Fairfax at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Fairfax residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Cox is the fastest internet provider in Fairfax with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 96% of households in Fairfax. The next fastest internet provider in Fairfax is Cox, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 5.515% of the area.
Cox offers the cheapest internet in Fairfax with plans starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Fairfax, $58.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Fairfax, covering 93% of the city. Cox also offers fiber internet in Fairfax and is available to 5.515% of households.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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