Compare 24153 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Salem – 131 Mbps
VA – 170 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Salem – 54 Mbps
VA – 95 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Salem.
Internet providers in 24153
Internet providers in your area
24153 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 98% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Cox | $29.99 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 2.670% |
Lumos Networks  | $39.99 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 4.100% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| All Points Broadband | $59.95 | 10 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 97% |
| B2X Online | - | - | Wireless | 24% |
*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.
Need help?24153 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
26586
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.93%
2 providers - 97.25%
3 providers - 6.52%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 24153 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 24153 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 98% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 35% of those living in the 24153 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 24153 area, and 97.25% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 24153, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Salem
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cox | 139 Mbps | 68 Mbps | Cable |
| Xfinity | 152 Mbps | 13 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 9 Mbps | 2 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Salem.
Top high-speed internet providers in 24153
The largest internet providers serving the 24153 ZIP code are Verizon, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 24153 ZIP code, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 99% of the area. Salem’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 24153 ZIP code.
Verizon DSL internet
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*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 nearly all households in the 24153 ZIP code, covering 98% 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 $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Salem, $49.27.
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 Salem, $0.55.
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 24153 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Salem's providers, 82 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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*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 all households in the 24153 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 24153 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 Salem, $49.27.
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 Salem, $0.55.
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 24153 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Salem's providers, 82 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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*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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 24153 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 24153 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Salem, $49.27.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Salem, $0.55.
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 24153 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Salem's providers, 82 Mbps.
Internet providers in 24153 frequently asked questions
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 24153 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in 24153. The next fastest internet provider in the 24153 ZIP code is Lumos Networks, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 4.100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 24153 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Salem, $49.27.
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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