*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 - 98.59%
2 providers - 97.14%
3 providers - 6.34%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 98%, broadband coverage in Manassas 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 Manassas area will have access to cable, which covers 92% of Manassas residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 90% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 73% of those living in Manassas.
There are four internet providers serving the Manassas area, and 97.14% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Manassas's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Manassas are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Manassas.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Manassas residents, covering 89% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 73% of the area. Manassas’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 98% of Manassas 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Manassas covering 89% 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 Manassas 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 Manassas, $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 Manassas, $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 Manassas. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Manassas's providers, 298 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 Manassas covering 73% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Manassas 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 Manassas, $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 Manassas, $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 Manassas. These download speeds are available to 73% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Manassas's providers, 298 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 Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Manassas covering 98% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Manassas 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 Manassas, $53.74.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Manassas, $0.31.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Manassas. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Manassas's providers, 298 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Manassas, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Manassas, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Manassas and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Manassas at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Manassas at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Manassas residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Manassas with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Manassas. The next fastest internet provider in Manassas is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 89% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Manassas with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Manassas, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Manassas, covering 89% of the city.
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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.
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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