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Internet Providers in Arlington, Virginia

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Home Internet in Arlington, VA
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • EarthLink
    • Verizon
    • Xfinity
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 44.4%
  • 2. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 84.3%
  • 3. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet
    Availability: 81.3%
    Arlington speed tests confirm high speeds for Verizon
  • 4. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 99.6%
    Arlington speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity
  • 5. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 6. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
    All-In Internet plans can experience faster speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 133 Mbps – 415 Mbps. 25% of our customers see speeds below and 25% see speeds above these ranges. Mobile 5G Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 75.7%
  • 7. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 8. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 44.4%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Home Internet Summary in Arlington, VA

Xfinity dominates as Arlington, Virginia's top internet provider with cable speeds up to 2 Gbps. It covers 99.60% of the area, ensuring reliability for most residents. Starting at $30 per month, its extensive reach and speed cater perfectly to heavy users and multi-device households.

EarthLink Fiber and Verizon provide strong alternatives for high-speed internet in Arlington. EarthLink Fiber delivers speeds up to 940 Mbps and covers 84.30% of the community, albeit at a higher starting price of $54.95 per month. This fiber connection offers faster, more stable service ideal for users needing consistent high speeds.

Verizon also offers up to 940 Mbps via fiber and 5G, covering 82% of the area. With plans starting at $49.99 per month, Verizon combines diverse connection options with wide availability. Arlington's comprehensive fiber network ensures robust performance for EarthLink or Verizon users.

Best Internet Providers in Arlington, VA

The best internet providers in Arlington are Xfinity, Verizon Fios, and Starry Internet. Xfinity offers the fastest and most widely accessible high-speed cable network, covering 99.6 percent of Arlington. Xfinity offers great download speeds reaching up to 2 Gbps, outstripping its fiber competitors. Xfinity cable internet plans start at $30 per month and can be bundled with phone, TV, and home security services.

Verizon Fios is a fiber internet option for Arlington residents, with impressive download speeds reaching up to 940 Mbps. It uses a fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) model, which is typically the fastest connection type available. Verizon Fios plans start as low as $49.99 per month.

Another great option is Starry Internet, which is available to a majority of the Arlington area. It offers a high-speed fiber connection with gigabit speeds. Starry Internet is a great alternative to Verizon Fios for those who prefer fiber internet.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • AT&T
  • EarthLink
  • Verizon
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Xfinity
99.59%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Arlington, Virginia

Looking for internet providers near you? This map can help. Use the drop-down menu to select an internet provider in your area, then enter your address into the address bar. The map will show your neighborhood and overlay the internet provider's availability by address, so that you can see which providers are available exactly where you live. You can also use the map to find internet store locations near you — just toggle the switch to "stores" and choose a provider in your area from the drop down menu to see exactly where that ISP's local stores are.

Provider Connection Types in Arlington, VA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Arlington, VA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
1.79%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
99.72999999999999%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
93.78999999999999%

Internet Providers in Arlington, VA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet Air $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 300 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
EarthLink Fiber $54.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Verizon $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet
Xfinity $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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