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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 95% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 87% |
Lingo Networks  | $52.00 | 10 - 50 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 3.441% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Lingo Networks | $52.00 | 10 - 6 Mbps | Wireless | 12% |
*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.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.79%
2 providers - 95.48%
3 providers - 3.53%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Galax 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 Galax area will have access to cable, which covers 98% of Galax residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 71% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 26% of those living in Galax.
There are five internet providers serving the Galax area, and 95.48% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Galax's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Galax are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Galax.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Galax residents, covering 95% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 87% of the area. Galax’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Galax 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.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Galax covering 95% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Galax 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 Galax, $53.39.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Galax, $2.32.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Galax. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Galax's providers, 75 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 CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Galax covering 87% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Galax 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 CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Galax, $53.39.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Galax, $2.32.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Galax. These download speeds are available to 87% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Galax's providers, 75 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Galax covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Galax 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Galax, $53.39.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Galax, $2.32.
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 Galax. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Galax's providers, 75 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Galax with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 95% of households in Galax. The next fastest internet provider in Galax is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 87% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Galax with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Galax, $53.39.
Lingo Networks is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Galax, covering 3.441% of the city.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
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.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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