*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.
Need help?8188
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.94%
2 providers - 98.09%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Triangle 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 Triangle area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Triangle residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 92% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 90% of those living in Triangle.
There are four internet providers serving the Triangle area, and 98.09% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Triangle's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Triangle are Verizon and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Triangle.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Triangle residents, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 90% of the area. Triangle’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Triangle residents.
|
|
|
|
|
*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 nearly all households in Triangle covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Triangle 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 Triangle, $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 Triangle, $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 Triangle. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Triangle's providers, 298 Mbps.
|
|
|
|
|
*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 Triangle covering 90% 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 Triangle 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 Triangle, $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 Triangle, $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 Triangle. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Triangle's providers, 298 Mbps.
|
|
|
|
|
*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 Triangle covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Triangle 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 Triangle, $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 Triangle, $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 Triangle. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Triangle's providers, 298 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Triangle, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Triangle, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Triangle and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Triangle at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Triangle at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Triangle residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Triangle with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Triangle. The next fastest internet provider in Triangle is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 93% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Triangle with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Triangle, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Triangle, covering 90% of the city.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
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%.
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.
By subscribing, you agree to receive Allconnect promotional emails. Your privacy is important to us.
