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Internet providers in Franklin, VA

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Franklin, VA internet providers

Provider
Verizon $49.99 300 - 940 MbpsDSL97%
Spectrum $49.99 300 - 1,000 Mbps **Cable100%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%
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Franklin internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in Franklin 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 Franklin area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Franklin residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Franklin, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.

There are four internet providers serving the Franklin area, and 97.10% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Franklin's four internet providers, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.

Top high-speed internet providers in Franklin

The largest internet providers in Franklin are Verizon, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Franklin.

DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Franklin residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Franklin’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Franklin residents.

Verizon DSL internet

Provider
Verizon
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

1 Mbps

Average availability

97%

DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Franklin covering 97% of the area.

DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Franklin 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 Franklin, $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 Franklin, $0.37.

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 Franklin. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Franklin's providers, 88 Mbps.

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Spectrum cable internet

Provider
Spectrum
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps**

(wireless speeds may vary)

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Franklin covering 100% of the area.

Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Franklin residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Franklin, $58.74.

Spectrum 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 Franklin, $0.37.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Franklin. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Franklin's providers, 88 Mbps.

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HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Franklin covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Franklin where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.

Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Franklin, $58.74.

HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Franklin, $0.37.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Franklin. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Franklin's providers, 88 Mbps.

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Internet provider frequently asked questions

Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Franklin with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps*. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Franklin. The next fastest internet provider in Franklin is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 97% of the area.

Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in Franklin with plans starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Franklin, $58.74.

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.

Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.

Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.

Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.