Compare 23661 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.
Internet providers in 23661
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
Need help?23661 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
8256
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 99.86%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 23661 ZIP code 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 23661 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 70% of those living in the 23661 ZIP code.
There are four internet providers serving the 23661 area, and 99.86% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 23661, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Hampton
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cox | 105 Mbps | 14 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 142 Mbps | 70 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Hampton.
Top high-speed internet providers in 23661
The largest internet providers serving the 23661 ZIP code are Verizon and Cox bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to the area.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 23661 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 71% of the area. Hampton’s third most-available internet provider, Cox, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 23661 ZIP code.
Verizon fiber-optic internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to all households in the 23661 ZIP code, covering 100% 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 23661 ZIP code 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, $0.32.
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 23661 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hampton's providers, 323 Mbps.
Verizon DSL internet
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DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in the 23661 ZIP code, covering 71% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines 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, $0.32.
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 23661 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 71% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hampton's providers, 323 Mbps.
Cox cable internet
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Cable from Cox offers broadband to all households in the 23661 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 23661 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, $0.32.
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 23661 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hampton's providers, 323 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 23661 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 23661 and the greater Hampton area. 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 in the 23661 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 23661 frequently asked questions
Cox is the fastest internet provider in the 23661 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 23661. The next fastest internet provider in the 23661 ZIP code is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Cox offers the cheapest internet in the 23661 ZIP with service 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 serving the 23661 ZIP code, covering 100% of the city.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
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.
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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