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Internet providers in Lake of the Woods, VA
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Lake of the Woods, 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?Lake of the Woods internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Lake of the Woods 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 Lake of the Woods area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Lake of the Woods residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Lake of the Woods, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Lake of the Woods area, and 99.78% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Lake of the Woods's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 200 Mbps.
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Top high-speed internet providers in Lake of the Woods
The largest internet providers in Lake of the Woods are Verizon, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Lake of the Woods.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Lake of the Woods residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Lake of the Woods’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Lake of the Woods 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 all households in Lake of the Woods covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Lake of the Woods 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Lake of the Woods, $44.99.
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 Lake of the Woods, $2.65.
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 Lake of the Woods. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Lake of the Woods's providers, 63 Mbps.
Xfinity 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 Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Lake of the Woods covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Lake of the Woods 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 Lake of the Woods, $44.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lake of the Woods, $2.65.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Lake of the Woods. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lake of the Woods's providers, 63 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Lake of the Woods covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Lake of the Woods 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Lake of the Woods, $44.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lake of the Woods, $2.65.
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 Lake of the Woods. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Lake of the Woods's providers, 63 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Lake of the Woods?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Lake of the Woods with download speeds up to 200 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Lake of the Woods. The next fastest internet provider in Lake of the Woods is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Lake of the Woods?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Lake of the Woods with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Lake of the Woods, $44.99.
What internet speeds do I get?
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.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
What's a good internet speed for my home?
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
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.
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