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Internet providers in 24142
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| Verizon | $39.99 | 15 - 5 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Shentel | $19.99 | 50 - 101 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| All Points Broadband | $44.95 | 6 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| MGW Communications, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
*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?24142 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 24142 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 24142 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 Radford, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the 24142 area. Among six internet providers in 24142, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 101 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 24142
The largest internet providers serving the 24142 ZIP code are Verizon, Shentel, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 24142 ZIP code, covering 100% 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 residents in the 24142 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 all households in the 24142 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 $39.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Radford, $42.98.
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 Radford, $1.95.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 5 Mbps and upload speeds up to 0.768 Mbps in 24142 ZIP code. 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, 32 Mbps.
Shentel 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 Shentel offers broadband to all households in the 24142 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Shentel’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 24142 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, $42.98.
Shentel customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.40 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Radford, $1.95.
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 24142 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Radford's providers, 32 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 24142 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 24142 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Radford, $42.98.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Radford, $1.95.
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 24142 ZIP code. 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, 32 Mbps.
Internet providers in 24142 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 24142?
Shentel is the fastest internet provider in the 24142 ZIP code with download speeds up to 101 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 24142. The next fastest internet provider in the 24142 ZIP code is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 24142?
Shentel offers the cheapest internet in the 24142 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Radford, $42.98.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
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.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
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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