| Provider | ||||
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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 97% |
| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 64% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Cox | $49.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 3.470% |
| 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 | 100% |
*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 Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.96%
2 providers - 99.06%
3 providers - 5.70%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 20165 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 20165 ZIP will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 98% of households. Cable 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 64% of those living in the 20165 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 20165 area, and 99.06% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 20165, 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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| Xfinity | 119.0 Mbps | 20.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Cox | 132.0 Mbps | 25.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 34.0 Mbps | 6.0 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
| All Points Broadband | 7.0 Mbps | 2.0 Mbps | Wireless |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Sterling.
The largest internet providers serving the 20165 ZIP code are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to the area.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 20165 ZIP code, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 64% of the area. Sterling’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 20165 ZIP code.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in the 20165 ZIP code, 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 20165 ZIP code 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 Sterling, $54.15.
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 Sterling, $0.41.
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 20165 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Sterling's providers, 285 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in the 20165 ZIP code, covering 64% 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 Sterling, $54.15.
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 Sterling, $0.41.
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 20165 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 64% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Sterling's providers, 285 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 20165 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 20165 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 Sterling, $54.15.
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 Sterling, $0.41.
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 20165 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Sterling's providers, 285 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 20165 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 20165 and the greater Sterling area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Sterling at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Sterling at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 20165 ZIP, 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 Sterling 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 Sterling cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 20165 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 20165. The next fastest internet provider in the 20165 ZIP code is Cox, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 3.470% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 20165 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Sterling, $54.15.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 20165 ZIP code, covering 97% of the city.
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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.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
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