| Provider | ||||
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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 91% |
| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 79% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 4.030% |
| Cox | $49.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 95% |
| Cox | $49.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.010% |
Hotwire Communications Ltd.  | - | - | Wired | 3.980% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| All Points Broadband | $59.95 | 10 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 28% |
*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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.08%
2 providers - 96.72%
3 providers - 5.39%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 20171 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 20171 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 67% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 53% of those living in the 20171 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 20171 area, and 96.72% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 20171, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Cox | 216.0 Mbps | 25.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 15.0 Mbps | 14.0 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
| Xfinity | 6.0 Mbps | 13.0 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Herndon.
The largest internet providers serving the 20171 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 20171 ZIP code, covering 91% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 79% of the area. Herndon’s third most-available internet provider, Cox, offers cable to around 95% of residents in the 20171 ZIP code.
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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.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in the 20171 ZIP code, covering 91% 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 20171 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 Herndon, $54.15.
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 Herndon, $0.36.
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 20171 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Herndon's providers, 418 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 Verizon offers broadband to most households in the 20171 ZIP code, covering 79% 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 Herndon, $54.15.
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 Herndon, $0.36.
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 20171 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 79% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Herndon's providers, 418 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.
Cable from Cox offers broadband to nearly all households in the 20171 ZIP code, covering 95% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 20171 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Herndon, $54.15.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Herndon, $0.36.
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 20171 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Herndon's providers, 418 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 20171 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 20171 and the greater Herndon area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Herndon at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Herndon at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 20171 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Herndon may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Herndon cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 20171 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 4.030% of households in 20171. The next fastest internet provider in the 20171 ZIP code is Cox, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 95% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 20171 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Herndon, $54.15.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 20171 ZIP code, covering 91% of the city. Cox also offers fiber internet in 20171 and is available to 0.010% 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.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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