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Internet providers in Norfolk, VA
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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 Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?Norfolk internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
242803
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.88%
2 providers - 96.13%
3 providers - 0.98%
4+ providers - 0.08%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Norfolk 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 Norfolk area will have access to DSL, which covers 97% of Norfolk residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 2.690% of those living in Norfolk.
There are four internet providers serving the Norfolk area, and 96.13% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Norfolk's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Norfolk
The largest internet providers in Norfolk are Verizon, Cox, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Norfolk.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Norfolk residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Cox, which covers 97% of the area. Norfolk’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Norfolk 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Norfolk covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Norfolk 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 Norfolk, $44.99.
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 Norfolk. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Norfolk's providers, 446 Mbps.
Cox 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Cox offers broadband to nearly all households in Norfolk covering 97% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Norfolk 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 Norfolk, $44.99.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Norfolk, $2.37.
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 Norfolk. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Norfolk's providers, 446 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Norfolk covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Norfolk 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 Norfolk, $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 Norfolk, $2.37.
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 Norfolk. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Norfolk's providers, 446 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Norfolk?
Cox is the fastest internet provider in Norfolk with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 0.702% of households in Norfolk. The next fastest internet provider in Norfolk is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 2.139% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Norfolk?
Cox offers the cheapest internet in Norfolk with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Norfolk, $44.99.
Is fiber internet available in Norfolk?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Norfolk, covering 2.139% of the city. Cox also offers fiber internet in Norfolk and is available to 0.702% of households.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
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.
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.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
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