Internet providers in Virginia

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Lisa Iscrupe

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Edited By

Anine Sus

Last updated: June 27, 2025

Over half of Virginians can access fiber and 5G internet, with cable and satellite available to larger audiences. Our experts help you find the right connection.

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Best internet providers in Virginia

Plans starting at

$40

00/mo*

For 12 mo.

For 12 mo.

Speeds up to

1,200

Mbps

(844) 451-2720
Check plans with Xfinity
(844) 451-2720 Check plans with Xfinity
(844) 451-2720
Check plans with Xfinity

Plans starting at

$34

99/mo*

For 12 mo.

For 12 mo.

Speeds up to

2,300

Mbps

(844) 451-2720
Check plans with Verizon
(844) 451-2720 Check plans with Verizon
(844) 451-2720
Check plans with Verizon

*As low as $34.99/month with Auto Pay and any Verizon mobile plan (+$10 without Auto Pay and +$15/mo without Verizon mobile plan)

*As low as $34.99/month with Auto Pay and any Verizon mobile plan (+$10 without Auto Pay and +$15/mo without Verizon mobile plan)

Plans starting at

$35

00/mo*

For 12 mo.

For 12 mo.

Speeds up to

415

Mbps

(844) 451-2720
Check plans with T-Mobile
(844) 451-2720 Check plans with T-Mobile
(844) 451-2720
Check plans with T-Mobile

*Pricing based on bundle options and AutoPay. 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. Standalone plan starts at $50/mo.

*Pricing based on bundle options and AutoPay. 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. Standalone plan starts at $50/mo.

Key takeaways

  • Broadband download speeds of at least 100 Mbps are available to nearly all Virginia residents
  • Cable internet from Xfinity or Cox are the most available connection types in Virginia, after satellite
  • Monthly internet costs in Virginia range from $35.00/mo. for bundle deals with T-Mobile and Verizon to $150.00/mo. for the fastest Cox internet

Top cities for internet in Virginia

Are you moving to Virginia or relocating within the state? Setting up the right internet service is essential to any successful move. Even if you aren’t moving, exploring the internet options in your area could be worth your while.

Find and click your city below and check your address to see what’s available where you live. We’ve included Ookla’s Speedtest.net and Federal Communications Commission data on the median internet speeds, number of providers and access to 100, 250 and 1,000 Mbps in each city.

RegionCityDownload speedUpload speed% available up to 100 Mbps% available up to 250 Mbps% available up to 1 Gig# of providers
NortheastAlexandria271.60 Mbps29.97 Mbps100%99%71%8
NortheastArlington255.23 Mbps96.51 Mbps99%99%95%7
NortheastMcLean265.53 Mbps128.00 Mbps100%97%2%8
NortheastReston278.56 Mbps91.95 Mpbs100%99%0%8
EastCentreville264.44 Mbps113.69 Mbps100%98%2%7
EastVirginia Beach269.79 Mbps57.41 Mbps100%96%39%7
SoutheastChesapeake279.45 Mbps78.31 Mbps100%95%34%7
SoutheastHampton272.15 Mbps56.73 Mbps100%95%35%7
SoutheastNorfolk257.31 Mbps57.31 Mbps100%93%68%6
SoutheastPortsmouth286.88 Mbps57.34 Mbps100%95%52%7
SoutheastRichmond211.00 Mbps50.07 Mbps100%99%<1%7
SoutheastSuffolk278.70 Mbps 22.34 Mbps100%89%20%6
CentralCharlottesville209.13 Mbps28.85 Mbps100%99%56%10
SouthwestNewport News282.30 Mbps86.02 Mbps100%96%36%7
SouthcentralLynchburg235.69 Mbps24.32 Mbps100%94%78%10
SouthcentralRoanoke269.14 Mbps104.74 Mbps100%92%76%11

Sources: Ookla’s Speedtest.net; FCC National Broadband Map

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Virginia internet overview

Virginia has numerous internet options from top providers like Xfinity, T-Mobile, Cox and Verizon. Where exactly you live in the state will determine which ones are available for your home. Depending on your address, you could have a variety of internet types and providers available. 

Internet providers in Virginia

Below are some of the top internet providers in Virginia. Compare them by starting price, speed range, availability and technology type. Always check your address to find out what providers are available to you, since availability varies by location.

ProviderStarting price*Download speed rangeConnection typeAvailability
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet$35.00/mo. with mobile plan87 – 415 Mbps5G65%
Verizon$34.99/mo.** with mobile plan300 – 2,300 MbpsFiber46%
Xfinity logoXfinity$40.00/mo.300 – 1,200 MbpsCable44%
CoxCox$50.00/mo.300 – 2,000 MbpsCable/fiber30%
Hughesnet$49.99/mo.50 – 100 MbpsSatellite99%
Seiontec Systems$95.00/mo.20 – 100 MbpsFixed wireless 9%

*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. Updated as of 06/27/25.
**Price guarantee for 3-5 years, depending on the internet plan, for new and existing myHome customers. Auto Pay & paper-free billing required. Mobile + Home Discount: $15/mo savings on Verizon Home Internet plans when combined with any Verizon postpaid mobile phone plan (excludes business and data-only plans). Enrollment req’d for Fios Home Internet plans. $99 setup and other terms apply. Subj. to credit approval & may require a deposit. Fios avail. in select areas. Wired speeds advertised. Wireless speeds may vary due to device limits, multiple users, network & other factors. See Verizon.com/yourspeed for more info. © 2025 Verizon.

Call for details: (844) 451-2720

Fastest internet in Virginia

Looking for the fastest internet in Virginia? We’ve listed a few providers below offering plans with gigabit speeds or higher. Just remember to check your address since availability varies. If you decide you don’t need this much speed, these providers have slower speed tiers available as well.

ProviderPrice*Download speed
Verizon$74.99 – $94.99/mo.** with mobile plan940 – 2,300 Mbps
Xfinity$70.00 – $100.00/mo. 1,000 – 1,200 Mbps
Cox$110.00 – $150.00/mo.1,000 – 2,000 Mbps

*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. Updated as of 06/27/25.
**Price guarantee for 3-5 years, depending on the internet plan, for new and existing myHome customers. Auto Pay & paper-free billing required. Mobile + Home Discount: $15/mo savings on Verizon Home Internet plans when combined with any Verizon postpaid mobile phone plan (excludes business and data-only plans). Enrollment req’d for Fios Home Internet plans. $99 setup and other terms apply. Subj. to credit approval & may require a deposit. Fios avail. in select areas. Wired speeds advertised. Wireless speeds may vary due to device limits, multiple users, network & other factors. See Verizon.com/yourspeed for more info. © 2025 Verizon.

Cheapest internet in Virginia

There are a few providers in Virginia that offer cheap internet plans below $50.00/mo. Explore their cheapest plans by starting price and speed below.

ProviderStarting price*Download speed
Xfinity$40.00/mo.300 Mbps
T-Mobile$35.00/mo. with mobile plan87 – 318 Mbps
Verizon $34.99/mo.** with mobile plan300 Mbps

*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. Updated as of 06/27/25.
**Price guarantee for 3-5 years, depending on the internet plan, for new and existing myHome customers. Auto Pay & paper-free billing required. Mobile + Home Discount: $15/mo savings on Verizon Home Internet plans when combined with any Verizon postpaid mobile phone plan (excludes business and data-only plans). Enrollment req’d for Fios Home Internet plans. $99 setup and other terms apply. Subj. to credit approval & may require a deposit. Fios avail. in select areas. Wired speeds advertised. Wireless speeds may vary due to device limits, multiple users, network & other factors. See Verizon.com/yourspeed for more info. © 2025 Verizon.

Virginia internet statistics

Compare Virginia’s median download and upload speeds to those of the U.S. Virginia pulls slightly ahead of the U.S. in median download speeds, but falls behind when it comes to upload speeds.

Download speedUpload speed
Virginia280.84 Mbps73.75 Mbps
U.S.291.18 Mbps45.43 Mbps

Source: Speedtest Global Index

Internet availability in Virginia

Satellite is the most widely available internet technology in Virginia, followed by cable and fiber.

Connection typeAvailability
Cable80%
Fiber56%
Satellite99%
Fixed wireless41%

Source: FCC National Broadband Map

Quality of internet in Virginia

Most of Virginia has access to the minimum recommended broadband speeds, but less than half the state has access to gigabit speeds:

  • Residents with broadband access (speeds at or over 100/20 Mbps): 92%
  • Residents with broadband access (speeds at or over 250/25 Mbps): 89%
  • Residents with access to gigabit speeds (at or over 1,000/100 Mbps): 41%

Sources: FCC coverage maps and data, Ookla Speed Tests, internal speed test results and provider websites. 

Virginia internet customer reviews

Our customers share their experience of purchasing internet with our broadband specialists at Allconnect:

Michael Xfinity
11/22/24

High speed, no drag, most excellent internet provider I’ve had. Very affordable for all people.

5/5

Danny         T-Mobile
6/16/24

Most providers are not available in my area, T-Mobile was a very affordable alternative. Half the price of all other providers with no contract.

5/5

Anonymous Cox
3/3/24

4/5

Virginia internet assistance

Households searching for help to access affordable internet have various Virginia resources available.

  • Lifeline – Federal program offering up to $9.25/mo. toward your internet costs
  • ISPs – Multiple internet providers — including Xfinity, Cox, Verizon and T-Mobile — offer low-cost plans for qualifying households. Check with your local providers for specific eligibility requirements
  • Line Extension Customer Assistance Program (LECAP) –  Helps low- to moderate-income Virginians cover the expense of extending broadband to homes that are too far from existing internet networks

The future of internet in Virginia

Many areas of rural Virginia are still in need of high-speed internet access, which is crucial to support families, school-age children and local businesses. The following plans can help bring Wi-Fi to these areas.

  • Work is already underway to expand Virginia internet networks to unserved areas, thanks to “$828.4 million in state and federal funding”
  • Local Virginia provider All Points Broadband is expanding its fiber network in Loudoun County
  • Xfinity is expanding its network to reach thousands more residents and businesses within Radford and Bedford

Virginia internet FAQs

What is the most available internet in Virginia?

Virginia’s most available internet is satellite, followed by T-Mobile, Verizon and Xfinity.

The cheapest internet deal is from T-Mobile and Verizon, when you bundle with mobile phone service.

Verizon and Cox both offer 2 Gbps speeds as the fastest internet speeds available in Virginia.

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