Alexandria, VA Internet
Internet Providers in Alexandria, VA
Compare every internet provider in Alexandria, VA: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedVerizon is the best overall pick, with fixed wireless speeds up to 1,000 Mbps reaching about 10% of the city, while its broader network reaches about 91% overall. If Ting reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with fiber speeds up to 1,000/1,000 Mbps reaching about 12% of the city. Where Verizon does not reach, Cox Communications is the broadest backup, mostly cable, with an overall footprint of about 54% and a fastest common cable tier of up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 54%.
Local results vary sharply: Xfinity leads Old Town, 22314, with about 61%, and dominates West End, 22311, at about 89%, while Cox leads 22303 at about 77% and 22306 at about 76%. Fiber is most visible in Del Ray, where Ting reaches about 27%, and in 22302, where Verizon reaches about 16% and Ting about 10%; Rosemont addresses should be checked individually. T-Mobile and AT&T are worth considering for budget fixed wireless, but students at Northern Virginia Community College Alexandria Campus or the Virginia Tech Washington-Alexandria Architecture Center should verify reliability for Zoom, streaming, and gaming, especially in apartments with older copper infrastructure. Coverage can change street by street, so confirm the exact address before signing up.
Best Internet Providers in Alexandria, VA
Best plan here: 1 Gig — faster than 73% of all internet options in Virginia
- 1 Gig$89.99/mo for 12 months, then $99.99/mo (w/ AutoPay & paper-free billing, new customers, credit approval required) · $200 Amazon Gift CardFiber940 MbpsDownload73Our score$89.99Per month
- 500 Mbps$74.99/mo for 12 months, then $84.99/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, in select areas) · $100 Amazon Gift CardFiber500 MbpsDownload73Our score$74.99Per month
- 300 Mbps$49.99/mo for 12 months (Auto Pay & paper-free billing required, new customers, Fios available in select areas) · $100 Amazon Gift CardFiber300 MbpsDownload69Our score$49.99Per month
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload69Our score$60Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Alexandria
Fiber is Verizon’s strongest technology in Alexandria, with the 1 Gig plan offering up to 940 Mbps download and 880 Mbps upload, plus a Speed Score of 73/100 that is above the city average. Verizon’s 5G Home option reaches up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, but its 69/100 Speed Score and mobile-plan bundle make it a less capable alternative for demanding use. Fiber availability is address-specific and covers about 79% of the city, so confirm that Fios reaches your home before choosing it.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Verizon
Verizon’s fiber plans offer excellent everyday performance, with up to 940 Mbps download and 880 Mbps upload on the 1 Gig plan, plus symmetrical speeds on the 500 Mbps and 300 Mbps options. Fiber is available to about 79% of Alexandria, while 5G Home reaches about 33% and offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, so check your address because the stronger fiber choices are location-dependent and the wireless option may be less consistent.
Available Plans
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig — faster than 92% of all internet options in Virginia
- Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig$90/mo for 12 monthsCable2,000 MbpsDownload92Our score$90Per month
- Go Super Fast 1 Gig$70/mo for 12 monthsCable1,000 MbpsDownload78Our score$70Per month
- Go Even Faster 500 Mbps$50/mo for 12 monthsCable500 MbpsDownload73Our score$50Per month
- Fast 300 Mbps$55/mo for 12 monthsCable300 MbpsDownload69Our score$55Per month
Source: Cox Communications official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Alexandria
Cox Communications is a competitive, reliable cable option in Alexandria, led by Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig with up to 2000 Mbps download, up to 100 Mbps upload, and a 92/100 Speed Score, above the city average of 54. Go Super Fast 1 Gig also scores well at 78/100, while the 500 Mbps plan scores 73/100, but every listed plan is available to about 54% of the city, so confirm the exact options at your address before choosing.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Cox Communications
Cox Communications is a strong option for many Alexandria households, offering cable plans up to 2,000 Mbps with an excellent 92/100 Speed Score. The Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig plan is available to about 54% of the city, and other cable choices reach the same area, but availability is address-dependent, so check your exact location before counting on these faster options.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: 2 Gig — faster than 92% of all internet options in Virginia
- 2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable2,000 MbpsDownload92Our score$100Per month
- 1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable1,200 MbpsDownload85Our score$100Per month
- 1 GigCable1,000 MbpsDownload78Our score$50Per month
- 500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)Cable500 MbpsDownload73Our score$45Per month
- 300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable300 MbpsDownload69Our score$40Per month
Source: Xfinity official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Alexandria
Xfinity reaches 45.6% of Alexandria, so availability is far from universal and you will need to confirm eligibility at your address. Its cable service is a solid option, led by the 2 Gig plan with up to 2000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, plus a Speed Score of 92/100, well above the city average of 54. At eligible addresses, that is a competitive choice for demanding households, though cable performance and availability can vary by location.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Xfinity
Xfinity reaches about 46% of Alexandria, so it is a strong option for many residents but unavailable at more than half of city addresses. Where available, its cable plans offer excellent choices, including up to 2 Gig download speeds and 35 Mbps upload speeds, while the 500 Mbps and 300 Mbps plans are still solid for typical households. Availability is address-dependent, so check your exact location before counting on these faster options.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
Ting
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 78% of all internet options in Virginia
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Alexandria
Households seeking fast, low-latency service for streaming, gaming, remote work, or multiple users should consider Ting’s fiber plan, which offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 78/100, making it a strong, above-average option in Alexandria. Availability is address-specific and this plan reaches 12.0% of the city, so confirm that Ting fiber is offered at your home before choosing it.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Ting
Ting is a strong fit for households that want fast, reliable internet for streaming, gaming, remote work, and multiple connected devices, with fiber offering up to 1000 Mbps both ways. That excellent option is address-dependent and reaches 12.0% of Alexandria, so check your address to confirm availability before choosing Ting.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: Starry Gigabit — faster than 78% of all internet options in Virginia
- Starry Gigabit$45/mo promotional rate, then $50/moFixed Wireless1,000 MbpsDownload78Our score$45Per month
- Starry 500$40/mo promotional rate, then $45/moFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload73Our score$40Per month
- Starry Internet 300 MbpsFixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload69Our score$30Per month
Source: Starry Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Alexandria
Starry is a competitive option in Alexandria, led by its up to 1,000 Mbps Starry Gigabit plan with a 78/100 Speed Score, above the city average of 54. Because Starry uses fixed wireless and reaches about 11% of the city for this plan, confirm availability at your address before choosing it. The plan costs $45/mo promotional, then $50/mo, while the lower-priced options provide up to 500 Mbps for $40/mo promotional, then $45/mo, or up to 300 Mbps for $30/mo.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Starry Inc
Starry Inc is a good option for some Alexandria addresses, especially if you want fast service at a reasonable price, but its fixed wireless network reaches only about 11% of the city. Starry Gigabit offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 250 Mbps upload for $45 per month initially, with a good 78/100 Speed Score, while Starry 500 and Starry Internet 300 Mbps provide less expensive alternatives; availability is highly address-dependent, so check your address before relying on Starry.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 73% of all internet options in Virginia
- T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload73Our score$45Per month
- T-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload73Our score$55Per month
- T-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless400 MbpsDownload73Our score$35Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Alexandria
T-Mobile fits households seeking affordable home internet for everyday streaming, browsing, and work, with plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload. Its fixed wireless service has a Speed Score of 73/100, above Alexandria’s city average of 54, making it a competitive option, though performance can be more variable than wired connections. The 500 Mbps plans are available to about 79% of the city, so confirm your address, and remember that qualifying credit, a new Internet line, and a postpaid voice line are required for these bundled offers.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About T-Mobile
T-Mobile is a good fit for households that want reasonably fast internet for streaming, work, and everyday use, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and a good 73/100 Speed Score. The 500 Mbps and 400 Mbps plans are available to about 79% of Alexandria, but availability is address-dependent, so check your exact address and compare with any fiber or cable options before choosing, especially if your home needs the most consistent performance.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps — faster than 69% of all internet options in Virginia
- AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new customers, no annual contract, AutoPay eligible for additional $5/mo discount)Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload69Our score$40Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Alexandria
At $40/mo for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, with an additional $5/mo AutoPay discount, making it a reasonably priced option for everyday use. Its Speed Score of 69/100 is above Alexandria’s city average of 54, though fixed wireless can be more variable than wired service and may have performance limitations for demanding uses. This plan is available to about 43% of Alexandria, so confirm your address and check the technology offered there before signing up.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About AT&T
At $40 per month for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air gives you up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, making it a reasonably priced option for everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, though its Speed Score of 69/100 is below average. This fixed wireless plan is available to about 43% of Alexandria, and because fixed wireless can be less consistent than cable or fiber, check your address for any faster wired options before choosing it for heavy gaming, multiple simultaneous users, or demanding uploads.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 73% of all internet options in Virginia
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload73Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload49Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload12Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Alexandria
Satellite service can support everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, but its higher latency may be noticeable for gaming and other real-time activities. Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 73/100, which is above Alexandria’s city average and makes it a competitive satellite option. That plan is listed as available to 100.0% of Alexandria, though performance can vary by address, so check what other connection types are available at yours before choosing.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Starlink
Starlink uses satellite internet, making it widely available across 100.0% of Alexandria, but its higher latency can be noticeable during gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities. The Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130/mo and is a solid satellite option, though it is worth checking for fiber or cable at your address first because those technologies generally provide a better everyday experience.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 89% of all internet options in Virginia
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload11Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload10Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Alexandria
Viasat Inc is a limited-performance choice compared with the alternatives likely available in Alexandria. Its best plan, Viasat Essentials, offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 11/100, well below the city average of 54. Satellite availability remains address-dependent, though Essentials is listed for 69.7% of Alexandria, so check what other technologies reach your address before choosing.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly a fallback option in Alexandria, so check for faster internet first, since its satellite plans have below average speeds and higher latency for modern uses. Viasat Essentials offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month; both are available to 69.7% of the city.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 88% of all internet options in Virginia
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload12Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload11Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload2Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Alexandria
At $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, then $119.99, HughesNet Fusion buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 12/100 Speed Score is below Alexandria’s city average of 54. As a satellite plan available to 100.0% of Alexandria, it offers broad reach but limited performance and higher latency compared with fiber or cable. Check which technologies reach your specific address before choosing HughesNet, especially for streaming, gaming, or multiple connected users.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About HughesNet
At $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet offers up to 25 to 100 Mbps downloads, but its satellite service is below average for speed and may feel limited for busy households, streaming, gaming, or video calls. All three plans are available to 100% of Alexandria, yet because HughesNet mainly offers satellite, it is wise to check your address for faster fiber, cable, or other local options first, especially since the price rises after the introductory period.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Alexandria
All 28 product lines from the 9 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 28 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload73Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- T-MobileT-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard400 MbpsDownload73Our score$35$50Per month~79.2%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard500 MbpsDownload73Our score$45$60Per month~79.2%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard500 MbpsDownload73Our score$55$70Per month~79.2%CoverageFixed Wireless
- Verizon500 Mbps$74.99/mo for 12 months, then $84.99/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, in select areas) · $100 Amazon Gift Card500 MbpsDownload73Our score$74.99$84.99Per month~78.6%CoverageFiber
- Verizon1 Gig$89.99/mo for 12 months, then $99.99/mo (w/ AutoPay & paper-free billing, new customers, credit approval required) · $200 Amazon Gift Card940 MbpsDownload73Our score$89.99$99.99Per month~78.6%CoverageFiber
- Verizon300 Mbps$49.99/mo for 12 months (Auto Pay & paper-free billing required, new customers, Fios available in select areas) · $100 Amazon Gift Card300 MbpsDownload69Our score$49.99Per month~78.6%CoverageFiber
- Cox CommunicationsGo Beyond Fast 2 Gig$90/mo for 12 months2,000 MbpsDownload92Our score$90Per month~54.2%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload49Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Cox CommunicationsGo Super Fast 1 Gig$70/mo for 12 months1,000 MbpsDownload78Our score$70Per month~54.2%CoverageCable
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Compare Alexandria providers head-to-head
See how Alexandria’s providers stack up against each other — speed, coverage, price, and who wins block by block.
Best Fit by Household Type in Alexandria
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Xfinity 300 Mbps at its promotional $40/mo starting rate, reaching about 46% of Alexandria.
Xfinity covers about 46% citywide, including about 85% of ZIP 22305 and 89% of ZIP 22311.
Check first: Confirm your address because Xfinity’s 2 Gig tier reaches only about 31%.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Verizon 1 Gig where available, with fiber reaching about 79% of Alexandria.
Verizon fiber offers 940 Mbps download and 880 Mbps upload where its fiber footprint reaches.
Check first: Verizon’s fixed-wireless 300 Mbps option reaches only about 33% of the city.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Ting’s 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber if it reaches your address.
Ting provides Alexandria’s fastest symmetrical tier, but fiber reaches only about 12% citywide.
Check first: Check availability carefully in Old Town, where Ting appears in only about 0.8% of ZIP data.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Use Starlink Residential 100 Mbps at its promotional $55/mo starting rate, available everywhere.
Satellite service is available everywhere, while wired and fixed-wireless footprints vary substantially by address.
Check first: Starlink’s 100 Mbps plan is slower than available 1,000 Mbps wired tiers.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Alexandria
Old Town 22314
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Xfinity reaches about 61% of ZIP 22314, while Verizon fiber reaches about 15%.
Del Ray 22301
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Cable coverage.
Xfinity reaches about 56% of Del Ray, while Ting fiber reaches about 27%.
West End 22311
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Dominant cable footprint.
Xfinity reaches about 89% of ZIP 22311; Cox reaches about 4%.
ZIP 22303
Cox Communications is currently the strongest option for Cable availability.
Cox reaches about 77% of ZIP 22303, with Verizon fiber reaching about 2%.
ZIP 22305
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Broad cable coverage.
Xfinity reaches about 85% of ZIP 22305, while Ting fiber reaches about 8%.
Internet providers near Alexandria
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Alexandria, check the neighboring market directly.
Alexandria Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Alexandria, VA?
Verizon is the best overall provider, with fixed wireless up to 1,000 Mbps reaching about 10% of Alexandria and an overall footprint near 91%. Ting is faster where available, offering 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber to about 12% of the city, so verify your address.
What is the fastest internet in Alexandria, VA?
Ting is the fastest where available, offering 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 12% of Alexandria. If it reaches your address, it is the faster choice; otherwise, Verizon’s fixed-wireless tier reaches up to 1,000 Mbps in about 10%.
Which internet provider covers the most of Alexandria, VA?
Verizon covers the most Alexandria addresses among non-satellite providers, reaching about 91% overall. Satellite providers are available everywhere, but Verizon offers the broadest listed terrestrial footprint for households seeking a local fixed or wireless connection.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Alexandria, VA?
Starry Internet 300 Mbps is the cheapest listed plan at a promotional starting rate of $30 per month, delivering 300 Mbps and reaching about 11% of Alexandria. Confirm the promotional conditions and address availability before ordering, because its footprint is limited.
Can I get fiber internet in Alexandria?
Two listed providers offer fiber in Alexandria: Verizon’s 940 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 79%, while Ting’s 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 12%. Verizon has broader fiber availability, but Ting offers the faster symmetrical upload and download performance where available.
What internet speed do I need in Alexandria?
A 300 to 500 Mbps plan is a practical starting range for many Alexandria households, with several listed options in that range. Larger households, heavy streamers, and remote workers can consider 1,000 Mbps tiers, but each provider’s faster technology has a smaller footprint.
Is fast internet available in Old Town Alexandria?
Xfinity reaches about 61% of ZIP 22314, while Verizon fiber reaches about 15% and Starry fixed wireless reaches about 1%. Check the exact Old Town address because the ZIP data shows sharply different availability by provider and technology.
How We Analyze Internet in Alexandria
FCC Broadband Data
We use the FCC National Broadband Map, updated twice a year with provider-reported coverage at the census block level.
Speed Score
A state-wide percentile of each plan’s maximum advertised download speed against every option filed with the FCC in the state, all technologies on one scale. It is not a measured speed test.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Alexandria report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Alexandria
How We Calculate Speed Score
The Speed Score is a state-wide percentile from 0 to 100. It answers one question: of every internet option filed with the FCC in this state, across every technology, what share is slower than this plan’s maximum advertised download speed?
What goes in:
- The plan’s maximum advertised download speed, as the provider files it with the FCC and lists it for sale.
- Every other serviceable option in the state from the FCC Broadband Data Collection, counted by the census blocks it reaches.
Speed Score = share of the state’s filed options with a lower advertised download speed
A score of 85 means this plan’s advertised speed beats 85% of the options filed in the state. Fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite are all on the same scale, so a 1,000 Mbps plan scores the same whoever sells it.
What it is not: a measured speed test. It does not include latency, upload speed, reliability or congestion. Real throughput at an address varies with wiring, equipment and time of day.
How providers are ordered on this page: each provider’s tier scores are averaged across the census blocks it serves, then multiplied by the share of the city it reaches. Wired providers rank ahead of wireless-only ones, and satellite last, because their filings describe a signal footprint rather than a plant. The same rule sets the title and the 30-second verdict.
Data source: FCC National Broadband Map (Broadband Data Collection), republished roughly twice a year; provider plan lists checked monthly.
How We Calculate Capabilities
Estimated Capabilities predict how well each internet plan supports common household activities based on speed requirements and connection type.
Rating Scale:
- Excellent – Optimal performance, handles peak usage easily
- Good – Reliable performance with minimal issues
- Fair – Functional but may experience slowdowns during heavy use
- Poor – Not recommended; expect frequent buffering or lag
How We Rate Each Category:
Streaming
Based on download speed. 4K streaming requires 25+ Mbps per stream; HD requires 5+ Mbps. We account for multiple simultaneous streams.
Multi-device
Evaluates total bandwidth capacity divided by typical household device count (phones, tablets, smart TVs, computers). Fiber and cable handle many devices better than DSL or satellite.
Gaming
Considers both upload speed (for sending game data) and latency (ping time). Fiber and cable excel here; satellite connections struggle due to inherent signal delay.
Whole Home
Assesses whether the connection can reliably serve an entire household during peak evening hours. Factors in technology type (shared vs. dedicated bandwidth) and total speed capacity.
Note: Actual performance depends on your specific location, network congestion, and equipment quality.