Compare 23517 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Norfolk – 149 Mbps
VA – 170 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Norfolk – 17 Mbps
VA – 95 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Norfolk.
Internet providers in 23517
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23517 internet providers
*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 Sep 23, 2022.
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Broadband availability
1616
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.76%
2 providers - 99.76%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 23517 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 23517 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Norfolk, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the 23517 area, and 99.76% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 23517, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Norfolk
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cox | 116 Mbps | 16 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 12 Mbps | 3 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Norfolk.
Top high-speed internet providers in 23517
The largest internet providers serving the 23517 ZIP code are Verizon, Cox, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 23517 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Cox, which covers 100% of the area. Norfolk’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 23517 ZIP code.
Verizon DSL internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to all households in the 23517 ZIP code, covering 100% 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 Norfolk, $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 Norfolk, $0.59.
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 23517 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Norfolk's providers, 88 Mbps.
Cox cable internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Cox offers broadband to all households in the 23517 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 23517 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, $53.74.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Norfolk, $0.59.
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 23517 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Norfolk's providers, 88 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 23517 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 23517 ZIP 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Norfolk, $53.74.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Norfolk, $0.59.
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 23517 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Norfolk's providers, 88 Mbps.
Internet providers in 23517 frequently asked questions
Cox is the fastest internet provider in the 23517 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 23517. The next fastest internet provider in the 23517 ZIP code is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Cox offers the cheapest internet in the 23517 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Norfolk, $53.74.
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.
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
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