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Shop the best Radford internet providers. Compare internet plan pricing and speeds from cable, DSL and fiber-optic providers in your area.
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Verizon | $39.99 | - | DSL | 94% |
Shentel | $19.99 | 50 - 101 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Lumos Networks | $44.95 | 150 - 6 Mbps | DSL | 6.624% |
HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
All Points Broadband | $79.99 | 10 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Lingo Networks | $49.95 | 10 - 6 Mbps | Wireless | 68% |
*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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.83%
2 providers - 94.11%
3 providers - 6.42%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Radford 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 Radford area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Radford residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 94% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Radford, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are seven internet providers serving the Radford area, and 94.11% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Radford's seven internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 101 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Radford are Verizon, Shentel, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Radford.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Radford residents, covering 94% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Shentel, which covers 100% of the area. Radford’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Radford residents.
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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 Radford covering 94% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Radford 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 Radford, $49.27.
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 Radford. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Radford's providers, 28 Mbps.
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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 Shentel offers broadband to all households in Radford covering 100% of the area.
Shentel’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Radford residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Shentel start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Radford, $49.27.
Shentel customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Radford, $1.15.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Shentel offers download speeds up to 101 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Radford. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Radford's providers, 28 Mbps.
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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 Radford covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Radford 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 Radford, $49.27.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Radford, $1.15.
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 Radford. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Radford's providers, 28 Mbps.
Shentel is the fastest internet provider in Radford with download speeds up to 101 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Radford. The next fastest internet provider in Radford is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Shentel offers the cheapest internet in Radford with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Radford, $49.27.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.