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Xfinity vs Cox in Alexandria
Cox reaches more Alexandria homes (~54% vs ~46%), but where Xfinity is available it’s cheaper with far faster uploads and a higher speed score.
Xfinity and Cox are closely matched cable providers in Alexandria, but they win on different things. Xfinity takes speed with a 97/100 speed score, faster 300 Mbps uploads, and a lower $45/mo starting price. Cox counters with wider coverage (~54% vs ~46% of the city), so it reaches more homes. Pick Xfinity if it’s available at your address and you want the best value and upload speeds; choose Cox if Xfinity doesn’t reach your block or it’s the only cable option you can get.
At a glance
Xfinity vs. Cox, side by side.
| Provider | Type | Top speed | City coverage | Starting price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity |
Cable | 2 Gig 300 Mbps upload |
46% | $45/mo | Budget-friendly |
| Cox |
Cable | 2 Gig 35 Mbps upload |
54% | $50/mo | Fastest plans here |
Coverage map
Two different questions, two views. Top speed shows who offers the faster plan where you can actually get it. Coverage shows who reaches more of each ZIP. Or pick a single provider to see just its footprint.
Neighborhood breakdown
Coverage in Alexandria varies block to block, so the winner often comes down to which cable line is actually run to your address. In neighborhoods Xfinity serves, it usually wins on price and uploads; in areas it hasn’t built out, Cox’s wider footprint makes it the practical choice. Always check both at your exact address before deciding.
| ZIP | Neighborhoods | Coverage | Top speed | Speed Score | Winner | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity | Cox | Xfinity | Cox | Xfinity | Cox | |||
| 22314 | Old Town, Carlyle, Eisenhower Valley | 99% | 0% | 2 Gig | — | 97 | — | Xfinity |
| 22301 | Del Ray, Rosemont, St. Elmo | 100% | 0% | 2 Gig | — | 98 | — | Xfinity |
| 22306 | Groveton, Huntington, Mount Vernon | 6% | 97% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 79 | 94 | Cox |
| 22302 | Parkfairfax, Braddock Heights, Alexandria West | 98% | 4% | 2 Gig | 2 Gig | 97 | 75 | Xfinity |
| 22305 | Arlandria, Mount Jefferson, Lynhaven | 100% | 0% | 2 Gig | — | 98 | — | Xfinity |
| 22310 | Franconia, Kingstowne, Rose Hill | 1% | 95% | 2 Gig | 2 Gig | 78 | 93 | Cox |
| 22304 | Landmark, Cameron Station, Seminary Hill | 98% | 2% | 2 Gig | 2 Gig | 97 | 75 | Xfinity |
| 22315 | Kingstowne, Hayfield, Manchester Lakes | 0% | 91% | — | 2 Gig | — | 93 | Cox |
| 22312 | Lincolnia, Pinecrest, Bren Mar Park | 22% | 88% | 2 Gig | 2 Gig | 82 | 92 | Cox |
| 22309 | Mount Vernon, Woodlawn, Gum Springs | 4% | 95% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 78 | 93 | Cox |
| 22307 | Belle Haven, Hollin Hills, Fort Hunt | 0% | 98% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 78 | 94 | Cox |
| 22308 | Waynewood, Stratford Landing, Fort Hunt | 0% | 98% | — | 2 Gig | — | 94 | Cox |
| 22303 | Huntington, Jefferson Manor, Cameron Valley | 0% | 95% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 78 | 93 | Cox |
| 22311 | Seminary Hill, Alexandria West, Brookville-Seminary Valley | 94% | 20% | 2 Gig | 2 Gig | 96 | 78 | Xfinity |
| 22320 | Old Town, Alexandria | 100% | 0% | 2 Gig | — | 98 | — | Xfinity |
Speed Score (0–100) blends each provider’s coverage and top speed in that specific ZIP, so it moves as availability changes street to street.
Which is better for…
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- 2 Gig down · 35 Mbps up Cable
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Check my addressFrequently asked questions
Is Xfinity or Cox available at my address in Alexandria?
Coverage differs: Cox reaches about 54% of Alexandria while Xfinity covers roughly 46%, so many blocks have only one or the other. Enter your exact street address on both providers’ sites to confirm which cable line actually serves your home before comparing plans.
Which is cheaper in Alexandria, Xfinity or Cox?
Xfinity starts lower at $45/mo versus Cox at $50/mo. Keep in mind these are promotional starting rates, so before signing confirm the post-promo price, equipment/modem fees, and any contract terms directly with the provider to know your real monthly cost.
Is Xfinity or Cox faster for gaming and 4K in Alexandria?
Xfinity is faster overall with a 97/100 speed score versus Cox’s 93/100, and both offer up to 2000 Mbps download. Xfinity’s 300 Mbps uploads (where available) beat Cox’s 35 Mbps, so if you game or work from home, check whether Xfinity’s higher-upload plans reach your address.