Compare Lorton internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Lorton – 194 Mbps
VA – 170 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Lorton – 105 Mbps
VA – 95 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Lorton.
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Shop local providers*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 Aug 9, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.72%
2 providers - 94.32%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Lorton 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 Lorton area will have access to cable, which covers 95% of Lorton residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 93% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 82% of those living in Lorton.
There are four internet providers serving the Lorton area, and 94.32% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Lorton's four internet providers, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Results from real users
Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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Verizon | 56 Mbps | 28 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
Cox | 193 Mbps | 29 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Lorton.
The largest internet providers in Lorton are Verizon and Cox bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Lorton.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Lorton residents, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 82% of the area. Lorton’s third most-available internet provider, Cox, offers cable to around 95% of Lorton residents.
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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 Aug 9, 2022.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Lorton covering 93% 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 Lorton than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Lorton, $57.49.
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 Lorton, $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 Lorton. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lorton's providers, 323 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 Aug 9, 2022.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Lorton covering 82% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Lorton 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Lorton, $57.49.
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 Lorton, $0.31.
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 Lorton. These download speeds are available to 82% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Lorton's providers, 323 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 Aug 9, 2022.
Cable from Cox offers broadband to nearly all households in Lorton covering 95% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Lorton residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Lorton, $57.49.
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 Lorton, $0.31.
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 Lorton. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Lorton's providers, 323 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Lorton, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Lorton, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Lorton and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Lorton at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Lorton at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Lorton residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in Lorton with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 93% of households in Lorton. The next fastest internet provider in Lorton is Cox, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 95% of the area.
Cox offers the cheapest internet in Lorton with plans starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Lorton, $57.49.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Lorton, covering 93% of the city.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
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.
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