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Internet providers in Williamsburg, 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.
Need help?Williamsburg internet service at a glance
At 99%, broadband coverage in Williamsburg 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 Williamsburg area will have access to DSL, which covers 98% of Williamsburg residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 90% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 2.220% of those living in Williamsburg.
There are five internet providers serving the Williamsburg area, and 88.94% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Williamsburg's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Williamsburg
The largest internet providers in Williamsburg are Verizon, Cox, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Williamsburg.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Williamsburg residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Cox, which covers 90% of the area. Williamsburg’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Williamsburg residents.
Verizon DSL internet
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DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Williamsburg covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Williamsburg 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 Williamsburg, $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 Williamsburg, $2.04.
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 Williamsburg. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Williamsburg's providers, 376 Mbps.
Cox 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 Cox offers broadband to nearly all households in Williamsburg covering 90% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Williamsburg residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Williamsburg, $44.99.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Williamsburg, $2.04.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in Williamsburg. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Williamsburg's providers, 376 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Williamsburg covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Williamsburg 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Williamsburg, $44.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Williamsburg, $2.04.
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 Williamsburg. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Williamsburg's providers, 376 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Williamsburg?
Cox is the fastest internet provider in Williamsburg with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 1.613% of households in Williamsburg. The next fastest internet provider in Williamsburg is Cox, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 90% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Williamsburg?
Cox offers the cheapest internet in Williamsburg with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Williamsburg, $44.99.
Is fiber internet available in Williamsburg?
Cox is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Williamsburg, covering 1.613% of the city. Verizon also offers fiber internet in Williamsburg and is available to 0.603% of households.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
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.
How can I lower my cable bill?
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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