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Internet Providers in Columbia, Virginia

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Home Internet in Columbia, VA
  • Provider
    • Viasat
    • Hughesnet
    • Brightspeed
    • Firefly Fiber Broadband
    • Starlink
    • Seiontec Systems
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 2. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. Brightspeed
    Speeds Up To
    80 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: DSL
    Availability: 35.4%
  • 4. Firefly Fiber Broadband
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 50.4%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Seiontec Systems
    Speeds Up To
    200 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 7.6%

Best Internet Providers in Columbia, VA

In Columbia, Virginia, Brightspeed offers a DSL connection with speeds up to 80 Mbps starting at $50 per month. With 30.60% coverage, it strikes a balance between speed and cost, suitable for browsing, streaming, and light gaming. Although DSL lacks the reliability and speed of fiber, Brightspeed provides a decent option for everyday household use.

Viasat Internet, on the other hand, ensures 100% coverage with its satellite connection. Offering download speeds of 150 Mbps, it stands as the fastest option in Columbia, costing $119.99 per month. This makes Viasat crucial for residents in remote areas where DSL or fiber isn't available. With full coverage, Viasat reliably guarantees internet access throughout the community.

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
  • Viasat
  • Hughesnet
  • Starlink
  • Seiontec Systems
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Firefly Fiber Broadband
50.44%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Columbia, 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 Columbia, VA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Columbia, VA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
11.1%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
42.78%

Internet Providers in Columbia, VA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
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
Brightspeed $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 80 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL
Firefly Fiber Broadband $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
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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