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Internet providers in 23224
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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?23224 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 23224 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 23224 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 90% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 82% of those living in the 23224 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 23224 area, and 99.88% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 23224, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 23224
The largest internet providers serving the 23224 ZIP code are Verizon and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 23224 ZIP code, covering 90% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 82% of the area. Richmond’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 23224 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 23224 ZIP code, covering 90% 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 Richmond, $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 Richmond, $2.14.
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 23224 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Richmond's providers, 348 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 nearly all households in the 23224 ZIP code, covering 82% 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 23224 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 Richmond, $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 Richmond, $2.14.
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 23224 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 82% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Richmond's providers, 348 Mbps.

Xfinity 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 Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 23224 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 23224 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 Richmond, $44.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Richmond, $2.14.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 400 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 23224 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Richmond's providers, 348 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 23224 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 23224 and the greater Richmond area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Richmond at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Richmond at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 23224 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 23224 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 23224?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in the 23224 ZIP code with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 82% of households in 23224. The next fastest internet provider in the 23224 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 400 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 23224?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 23224 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Richmond, $44.99.
Is fiber internet available in 23224?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 23224 ZIP code, covering 82% of the city.
Is cable or DSL better?
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.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
What's a good internet speed for my home?
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.