Compare 22030 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Fairfax – 165 Mbps
VA – 170 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Fairfax – 91 Mbps
VA – 95 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Fairfax.
Internet providers in 22030
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22030 internet providers
*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 Sep 23, 2022.
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Broadband availability
42273
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 98.81%
3 providers - 6.98%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 22030 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 22030 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 86% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 79% of those living in the 22030 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 22030 area, and 98.81% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 22030, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Fairfax
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Xfinity | 181 Mbps | 20 Mbps | Cable |
| Cox | 166 Mbps | 22 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 85 Mbps | 61 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Fairfax.
Top high-speed internet providers in 22030
The largest internet providers serving the 22030 ZIP code are Verizon and Cox bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to the area.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 22030 ZIP code, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 80% of the area. Fairfax’s third most-available internet provider, Cox, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 22030 ZIP code.
Verizon fiber-optic internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in the 22030 ZIP code, 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 22030 ZIP code 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 Fairfax, $48.99.
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 Fairfax, $0.33.
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 22030 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fairfax's providers, 498 Mbps.
Verizon DSL internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in the 22030 ZIP code, covering 80% 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 $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Fairfax, $48.99.
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 Fairfax, $0.33.
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 22030 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 80% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fairfax's providers, 498 Mbps.
Cox cable internet
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Cable from Cox offers broadband to all households in the 22030 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 22030 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Fairfax, $48.99.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Fairfax, $0.33.
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 22030 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fairfax's providers, 498 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 22030 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 22030 and the greater Fairfax area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly 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 in the 22030 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 22030 frequently asked questions
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 22030 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 2.570% of households in 22030. The next fastest internet provider in the 22030 ZIP code is Cox, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 22030 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Fairfax, $48.99.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 22030 ZIP code, covering 93% of the city. Cox also offers fiber internet in 22030 and is available to 2.740% of households.
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.
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.
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.
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