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Internet providers in 23704
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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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?23704 internet service at a glance
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 96% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 88% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 55% 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 $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 23704
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.
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 Jun 1, 2020.
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 $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Portsmouth, $44.99.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Portsmouth, $2.37.
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 23704 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Portsmouth's providers, 323 Mbps.
Verizon fiber-optic 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 Jun 1, 2020.
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 $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Portsmouth, $44.99.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Portsmouth, $2.37.
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.
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 Jun 1, 2020.
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 $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Portsmouth, $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 Portsmouth, $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 23704 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Portsmouth's providers, 323 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
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 significantly higher than average in Portsmouth at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Portsmouth at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 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.
Internet providers in 23704 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 23704?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in the 23704 ZIP code with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 55% of households in 23704. The next fastest internet provider in the 23704 ZIP code is Cox, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 96% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 23704?
Cox offers the cheapest internet in the 23704 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Portsmouth, $44.99.
Is fiber internet available in 23704?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 23704 ZIP code, covering 55% of the city.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
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.
How can I boost my internet speeds?
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
What internet providers are available at my address?
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
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