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Internet providers in Sandston, VA
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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.
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At 100%, broadband coverage in Sandston 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 Sandston area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Sandston residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 68% of those living in Sandston.
There are four internet providers serving the Sandston area, and 99.85% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Sandston's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Sandston
The largest internet providers in Sandston are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Sandston.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Sandston residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 68% of the area. Sandston’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Sandston residents.
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 Sandston covering 97% 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 Sandston than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Sandston, $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 Sandston, $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 Sandston. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Sandston's providers, 348 Mbps.
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 most households in Sandston covering 68% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Sandston 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 Sandston, $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 Sandston, $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 Sandston. These download speeds are available to 68% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Sandston'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 Sandston covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Sandston 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 Sandston, $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 Sandston, $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 Sandston. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Sandston's providers, 348 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Sandston, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Sandston, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Sandston and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Sandston at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Sandston at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Sandston residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Sandston?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in Sandston with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in Sandston. The next fastest internet provider in Sandston is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 400 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Sandston?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Sandston with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Sandston, $44.99.
Is fiber internet available in Sandston?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Sandston, covering 97% of the city.
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 cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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