*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%
2 providers - 94.33%
3 providers - 40.24%
4+ providers - 9.07%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 22041 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 22041 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 90% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 87% of those living in the 22041 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 22041 area, and 94.33% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 22041, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cox | 244.0 Mbps | 15.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 251.0 Mbps | 196.0 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 65.0 Mbps | 9.0 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Falls Church.
The largest internet providers serving the 22041 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 22041 ZIP code, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 76% of the area. Falls Church’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 19% of residents in the 22041 ZIP code.
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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 the 22041 ZIP code, covering 93% 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 Falls Church, $52.99.
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 Falls Church, $0.34.
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 22041 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Falls Church's providers, 298 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.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to most households in the 22041 ZIP code, covering 76% 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 22041 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 Falls Church, $52.99.
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 Falls Church, $0.34.
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 22041 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 76% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Falls Church's providers, 298 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 Xfinity offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 22041 ZIP code, covering 19% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 22041 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 Falls Church, $52.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Falls Church, $0.34.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 22041 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 19% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Falls Church's providers, 298 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 22041 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 22041 and the greater Falls Church area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Falls Church at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Falls Church at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 22041 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 22041 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 19% of households in 22041. The next fastest internet provider in the 22041 ZIP code is Cox, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 96% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 22041 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Falls Church, $52.99.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 22041 ZIP code, covering 76% of the city.
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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.
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.
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