Shop the best Sandston internet providers. Compare internet plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers in your area.
Shop local providers*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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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 99.85%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
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 fiber-optic, which covers 97% of Sandston residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 90% 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 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Verizon | 33 Mbps | 14 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
| Xfinity | 18 Mbps | 9 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users 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.
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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.
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 $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Sandston, $53.74.
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 Sandston, $0.31.
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.
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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 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 $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Sandston, $53.74.
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 Sandston, $0.31.
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 Sandston. These download speeds are available to 68% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Sandston's providers, 348 Mbps.
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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 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, $53.74.
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 Sandston, $0.31.
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 Sandston. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Sandston's providers, 348 Mbps.
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 $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Sandston at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Sandston residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Sandston with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Sandston. The next fastest internet provider in Sandston is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 97% of the area.
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, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Sandston, covering 97% of the city.
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.
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.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
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