Roanoke, VA Internet
Internet Providers in Roanoke, VA
Compare every internet provider in Roanoke, VA: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedCox Communications is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 70% of the city, and its overall footprint reaching about 76%. If Glo Fiber reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with fiber speeds up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps reaching about 67% of the city.
In ZIPs 24001 through 24005, Cox leads at about 32%, while Glo Fiber reaches about 21%, so the exact street matters. Grandin Village is the standout fiber pocket, with Glo Fiber reaching about 94%, while Old Southwest has about 63% Glo Fiber coverage and about 18% Cox coverage. Raleigh Court and South Roanoke can vary block by block, and student apartments near Virginia Western Community College, Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute, or Radford University Carilion may have different wiring than nearby homes, including older copper infrastructure that can hinder Zoom, streaming, and gaming. Verizon offers fixed wireless speeds up to 300/20 Mbps across about 57% of the city, while T-Mobile reaches about 35% with speeds up to 100/20 Mbps. Coverage changes street to street, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Roanoke, VA
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 Roanoke
Cox Communications is a solid cable option in Roanoke, with a headline Speed Score of 92/100 that is above the city average of 63. Its top Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig plan offers up to 2000 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload for $90 per month, with a 92/100 score and availability to about 70% of the city. Cox also offers lower-priced cable plans, but the best available technology and plan depend on your specific address.
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 Roanoke households, with cable plans offering up to 2,000 Mbps and excellent performance for streaming, gaming, and large households. The 2 Gig plan has a Speed Score of 92/100, while Cox’s listed plans are available to about 70% of the city, so check your address because this faster cable service is not universal.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Glo Fiber
Speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Plans range $40–$100 /mo *
Best plan here: 5 Gbps — faster than 99% of all internet options in Virginia
- 5 Gbps$100/mo for the first 60 months, then $105/mo · $100 Gift cardFiber5,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$100Per month
- 2 Gbps$80/mo for the first 60 months, then $85/mo · $100 Gift cardFiber2,000 MbpsDownload92Our score$80Per month
- 1.2 Gbps$65/mo for the first 60 months, then $70/mo · $100 Gift cardFiber1,200 MbpsDownload85Our score$65Per month
- 300 Mbps$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $45/mo · $100 Gift CardFiber300 MbpsDownload69Our score$40Per month
Source: Glo Fiber 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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Roanoke
Glo Fiber’s fiber plan offers up to 5,000 Mbps both ways with a 99/100 Speed Score, making it an excellent choice for 4K streaming, gaming, large downloads, and many connected devices at once. That top-tier score is above Roanoke’s city average of 63, but availability is address-dependent, with this plan reaching 67.2% of the city.
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 Glo Fiber
Glo Fiber’s up to 5000 Mbps fiber service, both ways, is an excellent fit for busy households, 4K streaming, gaming, video calls, and heavy uploads, with a Speed Score of 99/100. Its fiber plans range from up to 300 Mbps to up to 5000 Mbps and are available to 67.2% of Roanoke, so check your address to confirm access and choose the speed that fits your budget.
Available Plans
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 Roanoke
Xfinity’s 1.2 Gig cable plan reaches about 17% of Roanoke, so your address will determine whether this option is available. With up to 1200 Mbps down and 35 Mbps up, plus a Speed Score of 85/100, it is a solid, reliable cable choice, while Xfinity’s headline Speed Score of 92/100 is above the city’s average of 63.
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 16.7% of Roanoke, so your odds of getting service depend heavily on your address. Where available, its cable plans are excellent for most households, including up to 2 Gig download speeds, but availability of the fastest options is address-dependent, so check your address before counting on them.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Lumos
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Plans start at $50 /mo *
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 Roanoke
Lumos’s fiber reaches about 3% of Roanoke, so availability at your address is limited. Where available, its fiber plan is an excellent choice, offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 78, above the city’s 63 average. Lumos also lists copper service at up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 1, so check which technology reaches your address and consider checking other providers first if only copper is available.
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 Lumos
Lumos reaches just 3.3% of Roanoke, so your odds of getting service are limited. Its fiber plan is a strong choice, offering up to 1000 Mbps both ways, but availability is address-dependent and covers only about 3% of census blocks; where fiber is unavailable, the up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload copper plan is generally suited only to basic browsing, so check for faster options first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Shentel
Speeds up to 1,200 Mbps
Plans start at $40 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 85% of all internet options in Virginia
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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Roanoke
Shentel is a top-tier option where its fiber is available, with up to 1200 Mbps download and upload and an 85/100 Speed Score. That fiber plan reaches about 1% of Roanoke, so availability depends heavily on your specific address. Where fiber is unavailable, Shentel’s cable plan is still a solid option with up to 1000 Mbps download, 35 Mbps upload, and a 78/100 Speed Score.
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 Shentel
Shentel can be an excellent choice at select addresses, with fiber offering up to 1200 Mbps both ways and a Speed Score of 85/100, though that plan reaches only about 1% of census blocks. Cable is another strong option with speeds up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, available in about 1% of census blocks, so check your address carefully because these high-performing services are limited rather than broadly available.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 69% of all internet options in Virginia
- 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
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 Roanoke
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making it suitable for everyday streaming, browsing, and connected devices, though performance can vary more than wired connections. Its Speed Score of 69/100 is above Roanoke’s city average of 63, so it is a competitive option where available. This plan reaches about 57% of the city, so check your address to confirm eligibility and whether this service is available to you.
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 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is adequate for streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing, though its below-average 69/100 Speed Score may feel limiting for heavier households. It reaches about 57% of Roanoke, so availability and performance depend on your address, and it requires bundling with an eligible postpaid mobile unlimited plan and Auto Pay at $60 per month for 12 months. Check whether faster fiber or cable service is available at your address before choosing it.
Available Plans
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 Roanoke
T-Mobile is a practical fit for households that want everyday streaming, browsing, and work-from-home service, with plans offering up to 500 Mbps download, 60 Mbps upload, and a Speed Score of 73/100, above the city average of 63. Its fixed wireless technology is a reasonable option, though performance can vary more than wired service. The 500 Mbps plans are available to about 54% of Roanoke, so check your address carefully, and note that these offers require a qualifying postpaid voice line and bundle.
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 practical fit for households that want solid everyday speeds and already have an eligible postpaid voice line for the bundle. Its fixed wireless plans offer up to 500 Mbps download and a Speed Score of 73/100, with the main plans available to about 54% of Roanoke, but performance can vary by address, so check availability and compare faster cable or fiber options first if your home needs especially reliable service for heavy streaming, gaming, or multiple users.
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 Roanoke
Satellite internet can reach hard-to-wire homes, but its higher latency may affect competitive gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities. Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130/mo, with a Speed Score of 73/100, above Roanoke’s city average of 63, and is available to 100.0% of the city. Because wired options may provide more responsive performance, check what is available at your address before choosing satellite.
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, so it can provide useful speeds for streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing, with its Residential Max plan offering up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130 per month and availability to 100.0% of Roanoke. Because satellite connections typically have higher latency, check for fiber or cable at your address first if those options are available, while Starlink is a solid fallback where faster wired service is unavailable.
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 Roanoke
Viasat is a limited-performance choice compared with alternatives in Roanoke, with a provider Speed Score of 11/100 versus the city average of 63. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan is available to 100% of the city and offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, but satellite’s higher latency and slower speeds make it worth checking other providers available at your address first.
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 backup option, so check whether faster cable or fiber service is available at your address first. Its satellite plans reach about 100% of Roanoke, but the fastest option is Viasat Essentials with 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; these below-average, high-latency speeds may be limiting for modern needs such as streaming, gaming, and video calls.
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 Roanoke
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 12/100 Speed Score is well below Roanoke’s city average of 63. Satellite service offers broad 100.0% plan availability, yet its higher latency and limited performance make it worth checking other providers at your address first, especially for gaming, video calls, or multiple users. Select costs $49.99/mo for the first 12 months and offers up to 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, while Lite costs $39.99/mo and offers up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload.
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 download speeds, but its satellite service and low Speed Score of 12/100 make the value limited for busy households, streaming, or gaming. All three plans are available to 100% of Roanoke, yet you should check your address for faster fiber or cable options first, since HughesNet is mainly a fallback for basic internet needs and prices rise after the introductory year.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Roanoke
All 25 product lines from the 8 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 25 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload73Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Glo Fiber5 Gbps$100/mo for the first 60 months, then $105/mo · $100 Gift card5,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$100$105Per month~67.2%CoverageFiber
- Cox CommunicationsGo Beyond Fast 2 Gig$90/mo for 12 months2,000 MbpsDownload92Our score$90Per month~70.3%CoverageCable
- Glo Fiber2 Gbps$80/mo for the first 60 months, then $85/mo · $100 Gift card2,000 MbpsDownload92Our score$80$85Per month~67.2%CoverageFiber
- Glo Fiber1.2 Gbps$65/mo for the first 60 months, then $70/mo · $100 Gift card1,200 MbpsDownload85Our score$65$70Per month~67.2%CoverageFiber
- Cox CommunicationsGo Super Fast 1 Gig$70/mo for 12 months1,000 MbpsDownload78Our score$70Per month~70.3%CoverageCable
- Cox CommunicationsGo Even Faster 500 Mbps$50/mo for 12 months500 MbpsDownload73Our score$50Per month~70.3%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload49Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Cox CommunicationsFast 300 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months300 MbpsDownload69Our score$55Per month~70.3%CoverageCable
- Glo Fiber300 Mbps$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $45/mo · $100 Gift Card300 MbpsDownload69Our score$40$45Per month~67.2%CoverageFiber
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Best Fit by Household Type in Roanoke
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Cox Go Even Faster 500 Mbps for $50 promotional starting price with 70% reach.
It offers strong shared-household speed and the city's best-overall provider ranking.
Check first: Confirm Cox service reaches your address, especially in Grandin Village.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Glo Fiber 300 Mbps for $40 promotional starting price where its fiber reaches 67% of Roanoke.
Fiber provides a strong work-from-home fit, with Glo's 5,000 Mbps tier also available where covered.
Check first: Glo Fiber's coverage varies by address, including within the same neighborhood.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Glo Fiber's 5 Gbps plan where available; it reaches about 67% of Roanoke.
Its 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber tier is the city's fastest advertised option.
Check first: Do not assume the 5 Gbps tier reaches every Glo Fiber address.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Start with Starlink Residential 100 Mbps at $55 promotional starting price, available everywhere.
Starlink provides citywide availability when wired or fixed-wireless options do not reach an address.
Check first: Satellite service may be the practical fallback when terrestrial coverage is limited.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Roanoke
Downtown Roanoke 24011
Cox Communications is currently the strongest option for Fast cable service.
Cox reaches about 32% of ZIP 24011, while Glo Fiber reaches about 21%.
Grandin Village 24015
Glo Fiber is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber.
Glo Fiber reaches about 94% of Grandin Village's ZIP 24015, far exceeding Cox's roughly 2%.
Old Southwest 24016
Glo Fiber is currently the strongest option for Fiber internet.
Glo Fiber reaches about 63% of ZIP 24016, compared with Cox's largest listed share of about 18%.
Internet providers near Roanoke
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Roanoke, check the neighboring market directly.
Roanoke Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Roanoke, VA?
Cox Communications is the best overall, offering cable up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 70% of Roanoke. If available at your address, Glo Fiber is faster with 5,000/5,000 Mbps reaching about 67%, but Cox remains the overall recommendation.
What is the fastest internet in Roanoke, VA?
Glo Fiber is fastest where available, offering 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 67% of Roanoke. Cox Communications is the best overall provider, with cable up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 70% of the city.
Which internet provider covers the most of Roanoke, VA?
Cox Communications has the largest non-satellite overall footprint at about 76% of Roanoke. Starlink, HughesNet, and Viasat are available everywhere, so satellite is the fallback when Cox or another wired provider misses your address.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Roanoke, VA?
T-Mobile Rely Home Internet is the cheapest at $35 per month promotional starting price for 400 Mbps, reaching about 54% of Roanoke, with a qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required. It requires a bundle and the offer lasts 12 months.
Can I get fiber internet in Roanoke?
Yes—Glo Fiber reaches about 67% of Roanoke with fiber, including plans up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps. Cox fiber reaches about 8% and Lumos fiber about 3%, so address-level checking is essential before choosing a fiber plan.
What internet speed do I need in Roanoke?
Roanoke households can choose plans from 25 Mbps through 5,000 Mbps, depending on usage and address availability. A 300 Mbps plan supports typical work, streaming, and multiple users, while heavier households can consider Cox's 2,000 Mbps or Glo Fiber's 5,000 Mbps where available.
Which internet provider is strongest in Grandin Village?
Glo Fiber reaches about 94% of Grandin Village's ZIP 24015, making it the strongest listed provider there. Cox reaches about 2% and Verizon about 0%, so check the exact address before assuming fiber service is available.
How We Analyze Internet in Roanoke
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 Roanoke report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Roanoke
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.