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Internet providers in Groveton, VA
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Groveton, VA internet providers
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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. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Groveton internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Groveton 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 Groveton area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Groveton residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 92% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 84% of those living in Groveton.
There are six internet providers serving the Groveton area, and 99.98% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Groveton's six internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Groveton
The largest internet providers in Groveton are Verizon and Cox bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Groveton.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Groveton residents, covering 92% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 84% of the area. Groveton’s third most-available internet provider, Cox, offers cable to around 100% of Groveton residents.
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 nearly all households in Groveton covering 92% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Groveton 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 Groveton, $41.99.
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 Groveton, $2.33.
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 Groveton. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Groveton's providers, 298 Mbps.
Verizon fiber-optic 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.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Groveton covering 84% 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 Groveton than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Groveton, $41.99.
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 Groveton, $2.33.
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 Groveton. These download speeds are available to 84% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Groveton's providers, 298 Mbps.
Cox 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 Cox offers broadband to all households in Groveton covering 100% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Groveton residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Groveton, $41.99.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Groveton, $2.33.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in Groveton. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Groveton's providers, 298 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Groveton, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Groveton, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Groveton and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Groveton at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Groveton at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Groveton residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Groveton?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in Groveton with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 84% of households in Groveton. The next fastest internet provider in Groveton is Cox, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Groveton?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Groveton with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Groveton, $41.99.
Is fiber internet available in Groveton?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Groveton, covering 84% of the city.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
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.
What are my internet options?
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
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