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Galax, VA internet providers

Provider
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 MbpsCable95%
CenturyLink $50.00 ** 10 - 940 MbpsDSL87%
Lingo Networks $52.00 -Fiber-optic3.441%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%

*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.

**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.

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Galax internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    3000 Mbps

    Provider: Xfinity

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    7046

    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

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 98%

    DSL - 71%

    Fiber - 26%

    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.

Results from real users

Average internet speeds in Galax

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Xfinity 114 Mbps 13 Mbps Cable
CenturyLink 40 Mbps 34 Mbps DSL
Viasat 22 Mbps 3 Mbps Satellite

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Galax.

Compare Galax internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Galax – 101 Mbps

    VA – 170 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Galax – 14 Mbps

    VA – 95 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Galax.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Galax

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.

Xfinity cable internet

Provider
Xfinity
Starting price*
$29.99/mo.
Max download speed

3,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

95%

*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.

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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CenturyLink DSL internet

Provider
CenturyLink
Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

10 Mbps

Average availability

87%

*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 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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HughesNet satellite internet

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

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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.

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.

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Internet provider frequently asked questions

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.

According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.

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.

There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.

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