Compare Oakton internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Oakton – 211 Mbps
VA – 170 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Oakton – 126 Mbps
VA – 95 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Oakton.
*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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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 97.56%
2 providers - 96.76%
3 providers - 9.82%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Oakton 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 Oakton area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Oakton residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 71% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 47% of those living in Oakton.
There are four internet providers serving the Oakton area, and 96.76% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Oakton's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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Cox | 178 Mbps | 14 Mbps | Cable |
Verizon | 30 Mbps | 56 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Oakton.
The largest internet providers in Oakton are Verizon and Cox bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Oakton.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Oakton residents, covering 90% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 81% of the area. Oakton’s third most-available internet provider, Cox, offers cable to around 97% of Oakton 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Oakton covering 90% 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 Oakton 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 Oakton, $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 Oakton, $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 Oakton. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Oakton's providers, 573 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Oakton covering 81% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Oakton 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 Oakton, $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 Oakton, $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 Oakton. These download speeds are available to 81% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Oakton's providers, 573 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Cox offers broadband to nearly all households in Oakton covering 97% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Oakton 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 Oakton, $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 Oakton, $0.31.
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 Oakton. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Oakton's providers, 573 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Oakton, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Oakton, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Oakton and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Oakton at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Oakton at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Oakton residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Cox is the fastest internet provider in Oakton with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in Oakton. The next fastest internet provider in Oakton is Cox, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 9.357% of the area.
Cox offers the cheapest internet in Oakton with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Oakton, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Oakton, covering 90% of the city. Cox also offers fiber internet in Oakton and is available to 9.357% of households.
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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Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.