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Internet Providers in
Fairfax, VA

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Home Internet in Fairfax, VA
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Verizon
    • Cox
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Mint Mobile
    • EarthLink
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 2. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet
    Availability: 91.4%
    Fairfax speed tests confirm high speeds for Verizon
  • 3. Cox
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 95.6%
    Fairfax speed tests confirm high speeds for Cox
  • 4. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    12 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 5. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    87 - 415 Mbps
    Rely, All-In, and Amplified Internet plans can experience fast 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. T-Mobile Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks. See https://t-mobile.com/OpenInternet for additional details.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 62.3%
    Fairfax speed tests confirm high speeds for T-Mobile 5G Home Internet
  • 6. Mint Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 12.6%
    LIMITED TIME OFFER
    Introducing 5G Home MINTernet powered by T-Mobile starting at $30/month
  • 7. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 93.8%
  • 8. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 9. XNET WiFi
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 66.7%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    350 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Fairfax, VA

EarthLink Fiber ranks as one of Fairfax, Virginia's top internet providers. It offers a fiber connection with speeds up to 940 Mbps. Covering 90.10% of Fairfax and starting at $54.95 per month, it delivers a solid mix of speed, coverage, and value. This connection type supports streaming, gaming, and remote work.

Verizon also competes strongly in Fairfax, offering both fiber and 5G connections. It matches EarthLink's top speed of 940 Mbps and covers 91% of the area. Starting at $49.99 per month, Verizon provides a slightly more affordable option. Its dual connection types cater to users seeking either fiber's reliability or 5G's cutting-edge technology.

Overall, Fairfax enjoys robust internet availability, with most areas well-served by these leading providers.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • Viasat
100%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • AT&T
  • T-Mobile
  • Mint Mobile
  • EarthLink
  • Hughesnet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Verizon
  • Cox
  • XNET WiFi
95.59%

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

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Fairfax, VA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
99.33999999999999%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
94.08999999999999%

Internet Providers in Fairfax, VA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet Air $47/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 300 Mbps In rare cases, if your usage is contributing to congestion on the network, AT&T will greatly reduce your speed for a min. of 30 min. 5G Internet
Verizon $35/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet
Cox $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable, Fiber
Viasat Internet $69.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 12 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Mint Mobile $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 415 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
Hughesnet $39.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
XNET WiFi $65/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Starlink $80/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 350 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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