Internet providers in Virginia
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Last updated: March 3, 2026
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
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 $30.00/mo. for bundle deals with T-Mobile and Verizon to $115.00/mo. for the fastest Cox internet
Virginia internet at a glance
Before you compare Virginia internet by price, speed and availability, here are our quick picks for the following categories:
- Best for rural residents: Starlink
- Best on a budget: Xfinity, Verizon and T-Mobile (when bundled with mobile plan)
- Best fiber option: Verizon Fios (great for gaming, streaming and other bandwidth-heavy activities)
- Best for cable bundling: Xfinity
Best internet plan for you
The best internet plan for your Virginia address depends on the number of devices you plan to connect to your network and the types of activities your household participates in online.
If you and others in your home plan on streaming the Washington Commanders this season and additional NFL games on multiple devices, multiply the speed you need for your internet activity by the number of devices you have. To stream in HD, you need 5 Mbps per device. But to stream in 4K, you need 25 Mbps per device and 100 Mbps for four devices — and that’s not even accounting for additional devices you may be using outside of streaming.
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Light internet use
1 to 2 devices: 5 to 20 Mbps
2 to 4 devices: 20 to 40 Mbps
5 to 10 devices: 50 to 100 Mbps
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Moderate internet use
1 to 2 devices: 5 to 20 Mbps
2 to 4 devices: 20 to 40 Mbps
5 to 10 devices: 75 to 200 Mbps
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High internet use
1 to 2 devices: 100 to 200 Mbps
2 to 4 devices: 200 to 300 Mbps
5 to 10 devices: 400 to 500 Mbps
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.
| Region | City | Download speed | Upload speed | % available up to 100 Mbps | % available up to 250 Mbps | % available up to 1 Gig | Filters |
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| Northeast | Alexandria | 271.60 Mbps | 29.97 Mbps | 100% | 99% | 71% | Northeast |
| Northeast | Arlington | 255.23 Mbps | 96.51 Mbps | 99% | 99% | 95% | Northeast |
| Northeast | McLean | 265.53 Mbps | 128.00 Mbps | 100% | 97% | 2% | Northeast |
| Northeast | Reston | 278.56 Mbps | 91.95 Mpbs | 100% | 99% | 0% | Northeast |
| East | Centreville | 264.44 Mbps | 113.69 Mbps | 100% | 98% | 2% | East |
| East | Virginia Beach | 269.79 Mbps | 57.41 Mbps | 100% | 96% | 39% | East |
| Southeast | Chesapeake | 279.45 Mbps | 78.31 Mbps | 100% | 95% | 34% | Southeast |
| Southeast | Hampton | 272.15 Mbps | 56.73 Mbps | 100% | 95% | 35% | Southeast |
| Southeast | Norfolk | 257.31 Mbps | 57.31 Mbps | 100% | 93% | 68% | Southeast |
| Southeast | Portsmouth | 286.88 Mbps | 57.34 Mbps | 100% | 95% | 52% | Southeast |
| Southeast | Richmond | 211.00 Mbps | 50.07 Mbps | 100% | 99% | <1% | Southeast |
| Southeast | Suffolk | 278.70 Mbps | 22.34 Mbps | 100% | 89% | 20% | Southeast |
| Central | Charlottesville | 209.13 Mbps | 28.85 Mbps | 100% | 99% | 56% | Central |
| Southwest | Newport News | 282.30 Mbps | 86.02 Mbps | 100% | 96% | 36% | Southwest |
| Southcentral | Lynchburg | 235.69 Mbps | 24.32 Mbps | 100% | 94% | 78% | Southcentral |
| Southcentral | Roanoke | 269.14 Mbps | 104.74 Mbps | 100% | 92% | 76% | Southcentral |
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.
Regional Virginia internet providers
Brightspeed is a fiber internet provider with chunks of availability in cities like Charlottesville and Martinsville, as well as select areas in central, southern and northern Virginia. It offers fiber speeds ranging from 200 Mbps to 8,000 Mbps depending on your area, with prices starting at $29.99/mo.
Breezeline is mainly available on the Eastern Shore of Virginia, with cable and fiber speeds reaching up to 1,000 Mbps.
Shentel is a solid option for those living in Roanoke, Lynchburg, Harrisonburg and parts of Richmond. It offers fiber internet through its Glo Fiber brand with speeds up to 5,000 Mbps.
| Provider | Starting price* | Download speed range | Connection type | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 T-Mobile 5G Home Internet | $30.00/mo.** w/ Autopay and voice line. Plus taxes & fees | 87 – 498 Mbps | 5G | 62% |
 Verizon | $34.99/mo.*** with mobile plan | 25 – 2,300 Mbps | Fiber, 5G | 51% |
 Xfinity | $40.00/mo. | 300 – 1,200 Mbps | Cable | 46% |
 Cox | $55.00/mo. | 300 – 2,000 Mbps | Cable/fiber | 30% |
 Shentel | $30.00/mo. | 300 – 5,000 Mbps | Cable, fiber | 9% |
| Seiontec Systems | $95.00/mo. | 20 – 100 Mbps | Fixed wireless | 9% |
 Starlink | $50.00/mo. | 100 – 400 Mbps | Satellite | 99% |
 Hughesnet | $39.99/mo. | 25 – 100 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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 03/03/26.
**Savings with $20 in monthly bill credits. Limited-time; subject to change. Qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required. If you have cancelled Internet lines in past 90 days, you may need to reactivate them first. Credits may take up to 2 bill cycles; credits will stop if you cancel any lines or change plans. Limit 1/account. May not be combined with some offers or discounts.
***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, Brightspeed and Shentel provide the fastest internet in Virginia. Verizon offers fiber internet in Virginia with speeds reaching up to 2,300 Mbps, while Brightspeed and Shentel offer faster fiber speeds up to 8 Gbps and 5 Gbps, respectively. 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.
| Provider | Starting price* | Download speeds | Connection type |
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| Brightspeed | $49.99 – $89.99/mo. | 1,000 – 8,000 Mbps | Fiber |
| Shentel | $60.00 – $100.00/mo. | 1,200 – 5,000 Mbps | Cable, fiber |
| Verizon Fios | $74.99 – $94.99/mo.** with mobile plan | 940 – 2,300 Mbps | Fiber |
| Cox | $100.00 – $115.00/mo. | 1,000 – 2,000 Mbps | Cable/fiber |
| Xfinity | $70.00 – $100.00/mo. | 1,000 – 1,200 Mbps | Cable |
| Breezeline | $45.00/mo. | 1,000 Mbps | Cable, fiber |
*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 03/03/26.
**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
Verizon offers one of the cheapest internet plans in Virginia, with plans starting at about $35.00/mo. Xfinity’s cheapest plan starts at $40.00/mo. for 300 Mbps, which is one of the best options for cheap internet in Virginia due to the speed you’re getting for the price. Other perks are included when you sign up, like an up to five-year price guarantee, equipment and one free mobile line.
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.
| Provider | Starting price* | Download speed | Connection type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon Fios | $34.99/mo.** with mobile plan | 300 Mbps | Fiber |
| Shentel | $30.00/mo. | 300 Mbps | Cable, fiber |
| Xfinity | $40.00/mo. | 300 Mbps | Cable |
*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 03/03/26.
**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
Virginia vs. the U.S.
Compare Virginia’s median download and upload speeds to those of the U.S. Virginia pulls slightly ahead of the U.S. in median upload speeds but falls behind when it comes to download speeds.
Virginia
- Download speed: 251.50 Mbps
- Upload speed: 59.98 Mbps
U.S.
- Download speed: 289.44 Mbps
- Upload speed: 53.97 Mbps
Source: Speedtest Global Index
Internet availability in Virginia
Most of Virginia can access at least 100 Mbps of internet speed, but less than half (41%) 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 81% serviceability, followed by fiber (58%) and fixed wireless (33%).
Verizon, Xfinity, Cox and AT&T also provide service in Virginia with varying availability throughout the state.
Source: FCC National Broadband Map
Most widely available providers in Virginia
Starlink and Hughesnet provide over 99% satellite coverage in Virginia, which is often the only option for rural residents. T-Mobile 5G Home 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.
Provider availability
- Hughesnet: 100% coverage
- Starlink: 99% coverage
- T-Mobile: 62% coverage
- Verizon: 51% coverage
- Xfinity: 46% coverage
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): 90%
- Residents with access to gigabit speeds (at or over 1,000/100 Mbps): 41%
Sources: FCC coverage maps and data, 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:
High speed, no drag, most excellent internet provider I’ve had. Very affordable for all people.
5/5
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
4/5
Virginia internet assistance
Households searching for help to access affordable internet have various Virginia resources available.
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 cheapest internet in Virginia?
One of the cheapest internet deals is from Verizon, when you bundle with mobile phone service.
What is the fastest internet in Virginia?
Verizon and Cox both offer 2 Gbps speeds as the fastest internet speeds available in Virginia.
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