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Hampton, VA internet providers

Provider
Verizon $49.99 300 - 940 MbpsDSL81%
Verizon $49.99 300 - 940 MbpsFiber-optic70%
Cox $29.99 25 - 1,000 MbpsCable97%
Cox $29.99 25 - 1,000 MbpsFiber-optic0.112%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 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.

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Hampton internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    1000 Mbps

    Provider: Cox

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    137456

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 98.13%

    2 providers - 95.88%

    3 providers - 0.57%

    4+ providers - 0%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 100%

    DSL - 80%

    Fiber - 70%

    Source: FCC

At 100%, broadband coverage in Hampton 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 Hampton area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Hampton residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 80% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 70% of those living in Hampton.

There are four internet providers serving the Hampton area, and 95.88% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Hampton's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.

Results from real users

Average internet speeds in Hampton

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Cox 161 Mbps 40 Mbps Cable
Verizon 55 Mbps 25 Mbps DSL

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

Compare Hampton internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Hampton – 147 Mbps

    VA – 170 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Hampton – 49 Mbps

    VA – 95 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

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

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Top high-speed internet providers in Hampton

The largest internet providers in Hampton are Verizon and Cox bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Hampton.

DSL internet from Verizon is available to most Hampton residents, covering 81% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 70% of the area. Hampton’s third most-available internet provider, Cox, offers cable to around 97% of Hampton residents.

Verizon DSL internet

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

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

1 Mbps

Average availability

81%

*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 Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Hampton covering 81% of the area.

DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Hampton 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Hampton, $53.74.

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 Hampton, $0.31.

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 Hampton. These download speeds are available to 81% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hampton's providers, 573 Mbps.

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Verizon fiber-optic internet

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

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

880 Mbps

Average availability

70%

*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.

Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to most households in Hampton covering 70% 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 Hampton than other internet types.

Internet prices for Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Hampton, $53.74.

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 Hampton, $0.31.

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 Hampton. These download speeds are available to 70% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hampton's providers, 573 Mbps.

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Cox cable internet

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

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

30 Mbps

Average availability

97%

*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 Cox offers broadband to nearly all households in Hampton covering 97% of the area.

Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Hampton 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 Hampton, $53.74.

Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Hampton, $0.31.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in Hampton. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hampton's providers, 573 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you live in the heart of Hampton, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Hampton, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Hampton and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Hampton at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Hampton at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Hampton residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Internet provider frequently asked questions

Cox is the fastest internet provider in Hampton with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in Hampton. The next fastest internet provider in Hampton is Cox, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 0.112% of the area.

Cox offers the cheapest internet in Hampton with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Hampton, $53.74.

Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Hampton, covering 70% of the city. Cox also offers fiber internet in Hampton and is available to 0.112% of households.

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.

Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.

There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.

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