VIRGINIA BEACH, VA
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Shop and compare 7 internet providers for Virginia Beach, VA
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedIn Virginia Beach, VA, your best bet is Cox Communications, covering ~93% of the city with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps. Its cable service reaches up to 2000/100 Mbps across ~92% of the city, while Verizon fiber reaches 70% with speeds up to 940/880 Mbps. ZIP 23451 and ZIP 23462 are Cox strongholds, with Cox’s 2000/100 Mbps tier reaching 33.5% and 55.0%, respectively, while Verizon fiber reaches just 2.4% and 5.1%. Kempsville is Cox-heavy, and Great Neck shows Cox at 64.2% and 27.8% across its two cable entries, though Sandbridge can vary by address. For students near Regent University, Virginia Wesleyan University, and Tidewater Community College Virginia Beach Campus, apartments may have a different mix than homes, with some older DSL or copper infrastructure. Check reliability for Zoom, streaming, and gaming at the building. T-Mobile fixed wireless is a reasonable alternative, reaching ~34% of the city at up to 100/20 Mbps, while AT&T reaches ~6% at up to 100/20 Mbps. Coverage changes street to street around Naval Air Station Oceana, Naval Air Station Oceana Dam Neck Annex, and Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek and Fort Story, so confirm the exact address.
Best plan here: 2 GIG internet — faster than 98% of all internet options in Virginia
- 2 GIG internet$115/mo promotional rate, then $154/moCable2,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$115Per month
- 1 GIG internet$100/mo promotional rate, then $124/moCable1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$100Per month
- 500 Mbps internet$85/mo promotional rate, then $94/moCable500 MbpsDownload73Our score$85Per month
- 300 Mbps internet$55/mo promotional rate, then $74/moCable300 MbpsDownload72Our score$55Per month
- StraightUp InternetCable100 MbpsDownload72Our score$50Per month
Source: Cox Communications official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Virginia Beach
Cox Communications is a solid cable option, led by its 2 GIG plan with up to 2000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload at a Speed Score of 98/100. That score is above the city average of 59, and the plan is available to 91.9% of Virginia Beach, though address-level availability and cable’s lower upload speed are worth checking for demanding uploads or large households.
About Cox Communications
Cox is a good option for most Virginia Beach households, with cable plans offering up to 2000 Mbps download speeds and a top Speed Score of 98/100. These strong cable options are available to 91.9% of the city at the plan level, but availability is address-dependent, and upload speeds top out at 35 Mbps, which may matter for heavy uploads or large households.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: 5G Home Plus — faster than 73% of all internet options in Virginia
- 5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless1,000 MbpsDownload73Our score$45Per month
- 5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload72Our score$35Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Virginia Beach
5G fixed wireless can handle everyday streaming, video calls, and connected-home use, with 5G Home Plus offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload and a Speed Score of 73, above Virginia Beach’s city average of 59. Its good performance is competitive, but availability is limited to 26.9% of the city and fixed wireless can be more variable than wired connections, so check your address before choosing it; 5G Home offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 72.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service is an adequate choice for streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing, with plans offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, though it can be less consistent than fiber or cable. Both plans are available to 26.9% of Virginia Beach, so check your address carefully and compare faster wired options first if Verizon’s 5G service is unavailable or does not meet your needs.
Available Plans
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: All-In Home Internet — faster than 72% of all internet options in Virginia
- All-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload72Our score$70Per month
- Rely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless354 MbpsDownload72Our score$50Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Virginia Beach
Households seeking reasonably priced home internet for streaming, work, and everyday use may find T-Mobile’s 5G fixed wireless service a competitive fit. All-In offers up to 498 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $70/mo promotional, while Rely offers up to 354 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $50/mo promotional; both have a 72/100 Speed Score, above Virginia Beach’s city average of 59. Availability is limited to 61.3% of the city for these plans, so check your address, and remember that fixed wireless can be more variable than wired service.
About T-Mobile
Households that need solid everyday broadband for streaming, video calls, and browsing may find T-Mobile’s fixed wireless a good fit, with All-In Home Internet offering up to 498 Mbps down and 55 Mbps up for $70/mo promotional rate, or Rely offering up to 354 Mbps down and 55 Mbps up for $50/mo promotional rate. Both plans have a Speed Score of 72/100 and are available to 61.3% of Virginia Beach, so check your address first, and compare fiber or cable if offered because those technologies are generally more consistent than this adequate fixed wireless option.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential – Max — faster than 68% of all internet options in Virginia
- Residential – MaxSatellite400 MbpsDownload68Our score$130Per month
- Residential – 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload43Our score$85Per month
- Residential – 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload43Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Virginia Beach
Satellite internet can support streaming, browsing, and remote work, 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 30 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 68/100, above the Virginia Beach average of 59. The plan is available to 100.0% of the city, but satellite performance is more limited than wired alternatives, so check which technologies reach your specific address before choosing.
About Starlink
Satellite internet is available to 100.0% of Virginia Beach and offers up to 400 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload with Starlink’s $130/mo Residential – Max plan, but its higher latency can make gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities less consistent. The $85/mo plan offers up to 200 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload, while the $55/mo plan offers up to 100 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload, so Starlink is a practical fallback for broad availability, but check your address for fiber or cable first if you want the most responsive connection.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: AT&T Internet Air — faster than 72% of all internet options in Virginia
- AT&T Internet Air$55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload72Our score$55Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Virginia Beach
At $55/mo promotional pricing, then $60/mo, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 300 Mbps upload, giving you symmetrical speeds at a reasonable monthly cost. Its 72/100 Speed Score is above Virginia Beach’s 59 average, making it a competitive choice, although fixed wireless performance can be more variable than wired service. Availability is limited to 45.0% of the city, so confirm that the plan reaches your address before signing up.
About AT&T
At $55/mo promotional pricing, then $60/mo, AT&T Internet Air buys you up to 300 Mbps down and 300 Mbps up, a good value for everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, with a Speed Score of 72/100. It is a reasonable choice where available, but this 5G fixed wireless plan reaches 45.0% of Virginia Beach and can be less consistent than fiber or cable, so check your address and compare faster wired options if they are available.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 79% of all internet options in Virginia
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload21Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload1Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload1Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Virginia Beach
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 Speed Score is just 21/100. That is below Virginia Beach’s city average of 59, and satellite’s high latency and limited upload performance make it a weaker fit for gaming, video calls, and busy households. Fusion is available to 100.0% of the city, but check which other technologies reach your specific address before choosing HughesNet.
About HughesNet
At $39.99/mo for the first 12 months, HughesNet Lite buys up to 25 Mbps down and 3 Mbps up, while Select costs $49.99/mo for up to 50 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up, and Fusion costs $94.99/mo for up to 100 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up, making the value limited for modern high-bandwidth use. All three plans are satellite, with speed scores of 1/100 for Lite and Select and 21/100 for Fusion, so check whether faster cable or fiber service is available at your address before choosing HughesNet, even though it covers 100.0% of Virginia Beach.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 99% of all internet options in Virginia
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload1Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload1Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Virginia Beach
Viasat is a limited-performance option in Virginia Beach, so consider checking what else is available at your address first. Its two satellite plans have a Speed Score of 1/100, below the city average of 59, with up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99/mo or up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99/mo. Both plans are listed as available to 100.0% of the city, but confirm availability and expected performance at your specific address.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is worth considering only when faster local choices are unavailable, so check for fiber, cable, or another higher-speed service at your address first. Its satellite plans cover 100.0% of Virginia Beach, but offer only up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99/mo or up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99/mo, with a Speed Score of 1/100 for each, so latency and limited performance may not suit modern streaming, gaming, or work needs.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in Virginia Beach
All 18 product lines from the 7 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 18 plans
- Cox Communications2 GIG internet$115/mo promotional rate, then $154/mo2,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$115$154Per month~91.9%CoverageCable
- Cox Communications1 GIG internet$100/mo promotional rate, then $124/mo1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$100$124Per month~91.9%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential – Max400 MbpsDownload68Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Cox Communications500 Mbps internet$85/mo promotional rate, then $94/mo500 MbpsDownload73Our score$85$94Per month~91.9%CoverageCable
- Cox CommunicationsStraightUp Internet100 MbpsDownload72Our score$50Per month~91.9%CoverageCable
- Cox Communications300 Mbps internet$55/mo promotional rate, then $74/mo300 MbpsDownload72Our score$55$74Per month~91.9%CoverageCable
- T-MobileRely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo354 MbpsDownload72Our score$50$60Per month~61.3%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- T-MobileAll-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo498 MbpsDownload72Our score$70$80Per month~61.3%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- StarlinkResidential – 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload43Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential – 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload43Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
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 Virginia Beach
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Cox StraightUp Internet for 100 Mbps service, reaching 91.9% of Virginia Beach.
Cox has the largest listed share in ZIP 23453 (66.2%) and ZIP 23454 (64.2%).
Check first: Cox's 100 Mbps plan reaches 91.9%, so verify your exact address.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Verizon fiber where available for 940/880 Mbps service reaching about 70% of Virginia Beach.
Verizon fiber reaches about 70% citywide; ZIP 23462 lists 5.1% fiber coverage.
Check first: Verify fiber at your address; ZIP-level availability can differ sharply from the citywide estimate.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Cox's 2,000/100 Mbps cable tier, reaching 91.9% of Virginia Beach.
Cox reaches 66.2% in ZIP 23453 and 64.2% in ZIP 23454, the leading listed provider in both.
Check first: Confirm the exact tier and upload speed at your address before ordering.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose Starlink Residential – 100 Mbps, which reaches 100% of Virginia Beach.
Starlink's basic 220/30 Mbps NGSO tier also reaches approximately 100% of the city.
Check first: Confirm the exact address before ordering; coverage figures are citywide estimates.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach Boardwalk
Cox Communications is currently the strongest option for Mainstream cable speeds.
In ZIP 23451, Cox listings cover 55.8% at 2,000/35 Mbps and 33.5% at 2,000/100 Mbps.
Town Center of Virginia Beach
Cox Communications is currently the strongest option for High-download cable service.
Cox covers 55.0% at 2,000/100 Mbps and 29.1% at 2,000/35 Mbps in ZIP 23462.
Kempsville
Cox Communications is currently the strongest option for High-capacity cable.
Kempsville's ZIP 23464 lists Cox at 50.1% for 2,000/35 Mbps and 45.0% for 2,000/100 Mbps.
Great Neck
Cox Communications is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Great Neck's ZIP 23454 lists Cox at 64.2% for 2,000/100 Mbps and 27.8% for 2,000/35 Mbps.
Tidewater Community College Virginia Beach Campus
Cox Communications is currently the strongest option for High-speed cable.
ZIP 23453 lists Cox at 66.2% for 2,000/100 Mbps and 24.9% for 2,000/35 Mbps.
Internet providers near Virginia Beach
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Virginia Beach, check the neighboring market directly.
Virginia Beach Internet FAQs
What is the fastest internet provider in Virginia Beach?
Cox Communications is the fastest listed provider in Virginia Beach, offering 2,000/100 Mbps cable service reaching 91.9% of the city. That makes Cox the strongest high-download option, while Verizon’s 940/880 Mbps fiber reaches about 70% where available.
Can I get fiber in Virginia Beach?
Yes—Verizon fiber is listed at 940/880 Mbps and reaches about 70% of Virginia Beach. ZIP listings show fiber shares of 1.5% in 23455 and 5.1% in 23462, so check your exact service address before choosing a fiber plan.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Virginia Beach?
Verizon 5G Home is Virginia Beach’s cheapest listed plan at a $35/mo promotional starting rate for 300 Mbps, reaching 26.9% of the city. Check your address eligibility because this plan is not citywide before ordering.
What internet speed do I need for a Virginia Beach household?
For heavy household use in Virginia Beach, choose Cox’s 2,000 Mbps cable tier, the highest listed download speed, reaching 91.9% of the city. It provides the most listed download headroom for simultaneous streaming, gaming, and work, but confirm the tier at your address.
Is Cox internet available near the Virginia Beach Boardwalk?
Yes—Cox is listed in ZIP 23451 near the Virginia Beach Boardwalk, with 55.8% coverage at 2,000/35 Mbps and 33.5% at 2,000/100 Mbps. Boardwalk-area addresses also show Verizon fiber at 2.4% and Starlink at 6.4%, so verify exact availability.
How We Analyze Internet in Virginia Beach
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
Our proprietary score weights technology type (fiber=100%, cable=85%, etc.) with download (70%) and upload (30%) speeds, ranked as a state percentile.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Virginia Beach report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Virginia Beach
How We Calculate Speed Score
Our Speed Score is a state-level percentile ranking (0-100) that shows how a provider’s service compares to all other internet options available in your state.
The Formula:
We calculate a raw performance score using:
Technology Factor × (Download Speed × 70% + Upload Speed × 30%)
Technology Factors:
Not all connections are equal. We weight each technology based on real-world reliability and performance:
- Fiber: 100% – Fastest, most reliable technology
- Cable: 85% – High speeds, shared neighborhood bandwidth
- Fixed Wireless (Licensed): 70% – Dedicated spectrum, weather-dependent
- Copper/DSL: 65% – Distance-limited, aging infrastructure
- Fixed Wireless (Unlicensed): 60% – Shared spectrum, variable performance
- Satellite (LEO): 40% – Low-earth orbit (e.g., Starlink), higher latency
- Satellite (GEO): 15% – Geostationary orbit, significant latency
Percentile Ranking:
After calculating raw scores, we rank every service option in your state by geographic coverage (census blocks served). A score of 85 means this service performs better than 85% of all internet options available in your state.
Data Source: FCC National Broadband Map data, updated twice a year.
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.