Internet providers in Virginia

Best internet providers in Virginia

Xfinity Internet

(4176) 4.2k customer reviews

Plans starting at

$40

00/mo.

For 12 mo.

For 12 mo.

Speeds up to

1,200

Mbps

Call to learn more:

(844) 451-2720

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Verizon Fios & 5G Internet

(1223) 1.2k customer reviews

Plans starting at

$34

99/mo.*

For 12 mo.

For 12 mo.

Speeds up to

2,300

Mbps

Call to learn more:

(844) 451-2720

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(844) 451-2720

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*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)

Cox Internet

(1519) 1.5k customer reviews

Plans starting at

$50

00/mo.

For 12 mo.

For 12 mo.

Speeds up to

2,000

Mbps

Call to learn more:

(844) 451-2720

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(844) 451-2720

(844) 451-2720

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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 in the following table and check your address to find out 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.

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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

The following 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.

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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. Updated as of 08/28/25.
**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.

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Fastest internet in Virginia

Verizon, Xfinity and Cox provide the fastest internet in Virginia. Verizon offers fiber internet in Virginia with speeds reaching up to 2,300 Mbps, while Cox and Xfinity each offer speeds up to 1 Gbps and higher. Most fast cable and fiber options are concentrated in urban areas like Richmond and Virginia Beach, while in more rural areas, satellite may be the only option.

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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. Updated as of 08/28/25.
**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

T-Mobile and Verizon offer some of the cheapest internet in Virginia, with plans starting at about $35.00/mo. Xfinity’s cheapest plan starts at $40.00/mo. for 300 Mbps while Cox’s cheapest plan starts around $50.00/mo. 

A few providers in Virginia also offer low-income internet plans for qualifying customers, such as Xfinity Internet Essentials, Cox ConnectAssist and Verizon Forward. When searching for a cheap internet option, consider value and the speed you need, since the cheapest plan may not always be the best choice for your home. 

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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. Updated as of 08/28/25.
**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.

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Source: Speedtest Global Index

Internet availability in Virginia

All of Virginia can access at least 100 Mbps of internet speed, but less than 50% of the state can access gigabit speeds. Satellite internet is available throughout Virginia through Hughesnet and Starlink, but the most widely available non-satellite provider is T-Mobile, with 62% coverage. Apart from satellite, cable is the most available connection type with 80% serviceability, followed by fiber and fixed wireless. 

Verizon, Xfinity, Cox and AT&T also provide service in Virginia with varying availability throughout the state. Apart from satellite, cable is the most available connection type with 80% serviceability, followed by fiber and fixed wireless. 

Most widely available providers in Virginia

Starlink and Hughesnet provide 99% satellite coverage in Virginia, which is often the only option for rural residents. T-Mobile 5G internet provides 62% coverage in Virginia, while Verizon and Xfinity offer 40 – 50% serviceability. 

Check your ZIP code to find providers available near you, and keep in mind that speeds and prices will change depending on your location. 

• Starlink: 99% coverage
• Hughesnet: 99% coverage
• T-Mobile: 62% coverage
• Verizon: 51% coverage
• Xfinity: 46% coverage

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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

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Virginia internet assistance

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

Lifeline ISPs LECAP

Lifeline is a federal program offering up to $9.25/mo. toward your internet costs.

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

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