*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 - 99.93%
2 providers - 94.61%
3 providers - 11.62%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Bluefield is comparable to the rest of West Virginia - 97%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Bluefield area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Bluefield residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Bluefield, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the Bluefield area, and 94.61% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Bluefield's six internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Bluefield are Frontier, Xfinity, and Optimum bringing DSL and cable options to Bluefield.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Bluefield residents, covering 95% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Bluefield’s third most-available internet provider, Optimum, offers cable to around 12% of Bluefield 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Bluefield covering 95% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Bluefield 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 Frontier start at $44.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Bluefield, $49.99.
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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 Bluefield covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Bluefield 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 Bluefield, $49.99.
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 Bluefield, $0.52.
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 Bluefield. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bluefield's providers, 97 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 Optimum offers broadband to a limited number of households in Bluefield covering 12% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Bluefield residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $40/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Bluefield, $49.99.
Optimum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.13 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Bluefield, $0.52.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 7 Mbps in Bluefield. These download speeds are available to 12% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bluefield's providers, 97 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Bluefield, you’ll likely have options from cable and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Bluefield, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Bluefield and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Bluefield at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Bluefield at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Bluefield residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Bluefield with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Bluefield. The next fastest internet provider in Bluefield is Optimum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 12% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Bluefield with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Bluefield, $49.99.
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.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
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.
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