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Internet providers in 24551
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24551 internet providers
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| Verizon | $39.99 | 15 - 15 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 200 Mbps | Cable | 14% |
| Shentel | $19.99 | 50 - 101 Mbps | Cable | 96% |
| Lumos Networks | $29.95 | 25 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.709% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Acelanet LLC | - | - | Wireless | 16% |
| B2X Online, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 4.977% |
*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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?24551 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 24551 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 24551 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 1.710% of those living in the 24551 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 24551 area, and 97.26% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 24551, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 200 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 24551
The largest internet providers serving the 24551 ZIP code are Verizon, Xfinity, and Shentel bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 24551 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Some will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 14% of the area. Forest’s third most-available internet provider, Shentel, offers cable to around 96% of residents in the 24551 ZIP code.
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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to all households in the 24551 ZIP code, covering 100% 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 $39.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Forest, $38.32.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Forest, $1.60.
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 24551 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Forest's providers, 76 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 24551 ZIP code, covering 14% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 24551 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Forest, $38.32.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Forest, $1.60.
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 24551 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 14% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Forest's providers, 76 Mbps.
Shentel cable internet
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Cable from Shentel offers broadband to nearly all households in the 24551 ZIP code, covering 96% of the area.
Shentel’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 24551 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Shentel start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Forest, $38.32.
Shentel customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.40 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Forest, $1.60.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Shentel offers download speeds up to 101 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 24551 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Forest's providers, 76 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 24551 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 24551 and the greater Forest area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Forest at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Forest at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 24551 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 24551 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 24551?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 24551 ZIP code with download speeds up to 200 Mbps. These speeds are available to 14% of households in 24551. The next fastest internet provider in the 24551 ZIP code is Shentel, offering download speeds up to 101 Mbps to 96% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 24551?
Shentel offers the cheapest internet in the 24551 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Forest, $38.32.
Is fiber internet available in 24551?
Lumos Networks is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 24551 ZIP code, covering 1.709% of the city.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
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.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
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