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Internet Providers in Richmond, VA

Over 3,155 people in Richmond found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

92.36% availability
EarthLink Fiber logo

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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Limited-Time Fibermaxx Offer: Lock in Fiber 1 Gig for $39.95/mo

#2

Verizon

89.2% availability
Verizon logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2718)

Fios customers get upload speeds as fast as their download speeds.

#3

Verizon Fios Fiber

81.6% availability
Verizon Fios Fiber logo

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2976)

Compare Verizon Fios Internet Plans with speeds up to 1Gbps starting at $39.99/mo.

#4

Xfinity

89.9% availability

Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2645)

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Comcast customers get access to millions of WiFi hotspots nationwide!

#5

Viasat

11.78% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#6

HughesNet

5.61% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

100 Mbps

User Review:

(2869)

*24-month commitment and early service termination fees apply. Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACH enrollment. Offer may vary by geographic area.

Unlimited Data – With no hard data limits, if you use the data in your plan, speeds will reduce.

Television Only Providers in Richmond, VA

#1Dish Network

  • DISH is ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power for the third year in a row.
  • 2-Year TV Price Guarantee.
  • Free Google Voice Remote and Smart DVR Included.
  • Record up to 16 shows at once.
  • 80,000 On Demand Titles.
  • FREE Standard Professional Installation from a trusted, local expert.
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

#2DIRECTV

  • Best entertainement options for any sports fan over Cable TV, including NFL Sunday Ticket!
  • Includes local channels
  • HBO, Showtime, Starz, Cinemax free for first 3 months
  • Free upgrade to Genie HD-DVR
  • Free professional installation in up to 4 rooms
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

Best Internet Providers in Richmond

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in most parts of Richmond, if it is available at your address. Fiber internet is one of the fastest and most reliable types of internet and is ideal for remote work, streaming, gaming, and busy households with lots of connected devices. In many areas of Richmond, you will see speed tiers from 1 Mbps to 5 Gbps, with pricing generally in the $39.95-$99/mo range.

Xfinity is a solid choice in Richmond, if fiber is not available where you live. Cable internet is widely available in many parts of Richmond and can support most households with speeds up to 1 Gbps and plans starting at $50/mo.

Verizon offers 5G home internet plans starting at $69/mo, and delivers speeds from 1 Mbps to 450 Mbps, depending on your address and signal strength. 5G internet can be a great alternative in many parts of Richmond.

What is the fastest internet provider in Richmond?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Richmond, VA, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 92.36% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps92.36%
Verizon Fios FiberFiber2 Gbps940 Mbps81.60%
VerizonFiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps89.20%
XfinityCable / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps89.90%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps11.78%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps5.61%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Richmond?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Richmond starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 5 Gbps. Viasat offers the next lowest price at $49.99/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Verizon Fios Fiber$69.00Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Verizon$69.00Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Xfinity$50.00+Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Richmond?

Richmond has 4 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

69.83%

Fastest, most reliable. Symmetrical speeds. EarthLink Fiber is the best available for gaming and WFH.

Cable

76.48%

Most widely available wired option. Xfinity covers 89.90%, Access Media 3 covers 0.02%. Up to 1 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

72.05%

Verizon, max 1 Gbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most Richmond residents.

Richmond, VA - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Richmond, VA has a total of 15 internet providers including  9 Fiber providers, 4 Cable providers, 8 DSL providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Richmond, VA by Coverage Area

All 15 internet providers serving Richmond by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 8 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber92.36%
2.Xfinity1 Gbps1 GbpsCable / Television / Phone89.90%
3.Verizon1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone89.20%
4.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless89.20%
5.Verizon Fios Fiber2 Gbps940 MbpsFiber81.60%
6.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone11.78%
7.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone5.61%
8.Global Capacity6 Mbps~DSL3.14%
9.Access Media 3150 Mbps50 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL0.02%
10.Birch Communications1 Mbps~Fiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.01%
11.FairPoint Communications25 Mbps2 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless~
12.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~
13.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
14.XO Communications~~DSL / Fixed Wireless~
15.Cogent Communications~~Fiber~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Richmond?

Yes. Richmond residents may qualify for free or discounted internet service through the federal Lifeline program, or provider-specific, low-income, affordable internet plans.

Federal Program

Lifeline

An FCC program that provides up to a $9.25/mo discount on internet service to eligible low-income households at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Provider Program

Xfinity Internet Essentials

$14.95/month for up to 75 Mbps for qualifying households. Xfinity Internet Essentials includes xFi Gateway (modem + Wi-Fi) and discounted PCs.

Provider Program

Verizon Forward

Up to $30 off/mo for eligible Fios or 5G home for qualifying households. Verizon Forward includes 12 months of job resources & skills training.

Frequently Asked Questions about Richmond

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Richmond, VA, based on speed and pricing. It's Fiber internet reaches speeds up to 5 Gbps, and plans start at $39.95. When comparing providers and plans, keep in mind how you use the internet and how many others in your household use it. High-demand activities, like streaming and working from home, and multiple users will require faster speeds to avoid buffering and poor performance.

There are 15 internet providers in Richmond, VA. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL and satellite.

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $39.95. Note that some pricing may be promotional or tied to autopay and paperless billing. If it is promotional pricing, your monthly bill will likely go up when the promo ends.

EarthLink Fiber has the fastest speeds in Richmond, with a top download speed of 5 Gbps. Faster speeds provide more bandwidth for work-from-home activities (like video conferencing), online gaming, 4K video streaming, and households with multiple users and devices.

Yes, fiber internet is available in Richmond. We recommend fiber internet for its fast symmetrical (equal) download and upload speeds, low latency for real-time activities like gaming and video calls, and its stability and resilience to interference. Fiber availability varies by address.

Yes. Richmond residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Xfinity Internet Essentials offers up to 75 Mbps for $14.95/month. Verizon Forward has eligible Fios or 5G home with up to $30 off/mo. Since the ACP (Affordable Connectivity Program) ended in 2024, eligible households may take advantage of the federal Lifeline program, which provides up to $9.25/month in discounts.

If it's available in Richmond, fiber internet is the best internet option for online gaming. Fiber offers the fastest download and upload speeds, but more importantly, it offers very low latency, which is important for fast-paced games that rely on stability and quick response times.

Yes, 5G home internet is available in Richmond. 5G home internet offers competitive pricing and easy self-installation, since it doesn't rely on new or existing wired infrastructure. Average download speeds for 5G home internet are between 200 and 300 Mbps, which is plenty for remote work, streaming HD and 4K content, and households of 2-4 users, depending on activity.

The average download speed in Richmond is 135 Mbps. For comparison, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) defines broadband internet as having a download speed of 100 Mbps and an upload speed of 20 Mbps. Go to TestMySpeed and run an internet speed test to see how fast your internet connection is compared to speeds in Richmond, VA.

EarthLink Fiber, Xfinity, Verizon, Verizon Fios Fiber, and Viasat offer internet in Richmond, VA.

  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • Xfinity: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $50.00+/mo.
  • Verizon: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $69.00/mo.
  • Verizon Fios Fiber: Offers speeds up to 2 Gbps starting at $69.00/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Richmond

Bon Air Library
9103 Rattlesnake Road
Richmond, VA 23235
(804) 320-2461
Henrico County Public Library
1001 N. Laburnum Avenue
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 652-3200
Henrico County Public Library - Bookmobile
1001 N. Laburnum Ave.
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 290-9350
Henrico County Public Library - Dumbarton
6800 Staples Mill Road
Richmond, VA 23228
(804) 290-9400
Henrico County Public Library - Fairfield
1001 N. Laburnum Ave.
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 290-9300
Henrico County Public Library - Gayton
10600 Gayton Road
Richmond, VA 23238
(804) 290-9600
Henrico County Public Library - Municipal Government Law
4301 E. Parham Rd.
Richmond, VA 23228
(804) 501-4780
Henrico County Public Library - North Park
8508 Franconia Road
Richmond, VA 23227
(804) 290-9700
Henrico County Public Library - Tuckahoe
1901 Starling Drive
Richmond, VA 23229
(804) 290-9100
Henrico County Public Library - Varina
2001 Library Road
Richmond, VA 23231
(804) 290-9800
Laprade Library
9000 Hull Street Rd.
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 276-7755
Meadowdale Library
4301 Meadowdale Blvd.
Richmond, VA 23234
(804) 318-8778
Richmond Public Library
101 East Franklin Street
Richmond, VA 23219
(804) 646-4256
Richmond Public Library - Belmont
3100 Ellwood Avenue
Richmond, VA 23221
(804) 646-1139
Richmond Public Library - Broad Rock
4820 Warwick Road
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 646-8488
Richmond Public Library - East End
2414 R Street
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 646-4474
Richmond Public Library - Ginter Park
1200 Westbrook Avenue
Richmond, VA 23227
(804) 646-1236
Richmond Public Library - Hull Street
1400 Hull Street
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 646-8699
Richmond Public Library - North Avenue
2901 North Avenue
Richmond, VA 23222
(804) 646-6675
Richmond Public Library - West End
5420 Patterson Avenue
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 646-1877
Richmond Public Library - Westover Hills
1408 Westover Hills Boulevard
Richmond, VA 23225
(804) 646-8833

How We Research Internet Providers

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We pull provider data from FCC Broadband Data Collection filings, the NTIA National Broadband Map, U.S. Census Bureau data, and direct provider disclosures.

Coverage

Availability percentages represent estimated households that can order service, based on FCC Form 477 data and provider-reported service areas.

Reviews

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