*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 - 99.96%
2 providers - 95.40%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 23704 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 23704 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 87% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 62% of those living in the 23704 ZIP code.
There are four internet providers serving the 23704 area, and 95.40% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 23704, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 23704 ZIP code are Verizon and Cox bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 23704 ZIP code, covering 88% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 55% of the area. Portsmouth’s third most-available internet provider, Cox, offers cable to around 96% of residents in the 23704 ZIP code.
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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 nearly all households in the 23704 ZIP code, covering 88% 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Portsmouth, $58.74.
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 Portsmouth, $0.32.
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 23704 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Portsmouth'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 Feb 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to about half of households in the 23704 ZIP code, covering 55% 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 23704 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Portsmouth, $58.74.
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 Portsmouth, $0.32.
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 23704 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 55% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Portsmouth'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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Cox offers broadband to nearly all households in the 23704 ZIP code, covering 96% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 23704 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 Portsmouth, $58.74.
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 Portsmouth, $0.32.
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 23704 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Portsmouth's providers, 323 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 23704 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 23704 and the greater Portsmouth area. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Portsmouth at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Portsmouth at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 23704 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Cox is the fastest internet provider in the 23704 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 96% of households in 23704. The next fastest internet provider in the 23704 ZIP code is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 88% of the area.
Cox offers the cheapest internet in the 23704 ZIP with service starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Portsmouth, $58.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 23704 ZIP code, covering 55% of the city.
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.
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.
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
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