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Internet providers in Reston, VA

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Reston, VA internet providers

Provider
Verizon $49.99 300 - 940 MbpsFiber-optic93%
Verizon $49.99 300 - 940 MbpsDSL74%
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 MbpsCable97%
Cox $29.99 25 - 1,000 MbpsCable6.115%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%

*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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Reston internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    3000 Mbps

    Provider: Xfinity

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    58404

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 99.62%

    2 providers - 97.36%

    3 providers - 3.68%

    4+ providers - 0.16%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 92%

    DSL - 59%

    Fiber - 81%

    Source: FCC

At 100%, broadband coverage in Reston 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 Reston area will have access to cable, which covers 92% of Reston residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 81% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 59% of those living in Reston.

There are six internet providers serving the Reston area, and 97.36% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Reston's six internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.

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Average internet speeds in Reston

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Xfinity 92 Mbps 26 Mbps Cable
Cox 185 Mbps 295 Mbps Cable
Verizon 46 Mbps 36 Mbps Fiber-optic

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Reston.

Compare Reston internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Reston – 191 Mbps

    VA – 170 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Reston – 117 Mbps

    VA – 95 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Reston.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Reston

The largest internet providers in Reston are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Reston.

Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Reston residents, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 74% of the area. Reston’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 97% of Reston residents.

Verizon fiber-optic internet

Provider
Verizon
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

880 Mbps

Average availability

93%

*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 Reston covering 93% 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 Reston 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 Reston, $50.82.

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 Reston, $0.42.

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 Reston. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Reston's providers, 251 Mbps.

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Verizon DSL internet

Provider
Verizon
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

1 Mbps

Average availability

74%

*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 most households in Reston covering 74% of the area.

DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Reston 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 Reston, $50.82.

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 Reston, $0.42.

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 Reston. These download speeds are available to 74% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Reston's providers, 251 Mbps.

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Xfinity cable internet

Provider
Xfinity
Starting price*
$29.99/mo.
Max download speed

3,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

10 Mbps

Average availability

97%

*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 Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Reston covering 97% of the area.

Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Reston residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Reston, $50.82.

Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Reston, $0.42.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Reston. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Reston's providers, 251 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you live in the heart of Reston, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Reston, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Reston and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Reston at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Reston at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Reston residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Reston may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Reston cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers.

Internet provider frequently asked questions

Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Reston with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in Reston. The next fastest internet provider in Reston is Cox, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 6.115% of the area.

Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Reston with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Reston, $50.82.

Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Reston, covering 93% of the city.

Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.

Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.

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.

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