Best Stafford Courthouse Internet Service Providers
Stafford Courthouse, VA has a total of 4 options for high speed internet providers that meet the minimum broadband download speed of 25 Mbps. It can be understandably confusing when trying to determine which of these broadband providers to choose. Hopefully we can eliminate some of the guesswork for you by applying our ranking algorithm to those 4 internet service options in Stafford Courthouse. The calculation we perform considers the download connection speed, upload connection speed, population covered and overall value provided by each company. Based upon that calculation, our top choice for Stafford Courthouse is Xfinity. A summary of all the results:
Rank | Provider | Tech | Max Download Speed | Max Upload Speed | Availability |
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1 | Xfinity | Cable | 987 Mbps | 35 Mbps | 99.1% |
2 | Verizon | Fiber | 940 Mbps | 880 Mbps | 47.0% |
3 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
4 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Stafford Courthouse VA Internet Access Options
More internet service competition in a city encourages providers to continue to build out and improve their network in addition to keeping prices fair.
The following represents the percentage of population in Stafford Courthouse which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:
Broadband Internet Speeds
How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Stafford Courthouse compare to Stafford County? The average speed in Stafford Courthouse is 32.3 Mbps which is slower than Stafford County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the Virginia average of 25.66 Mbps.
Stafford Courthouse Internet Access Facts
The average download speed in Stafford Courthouse is 23.4% slower than the Stafford County average and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Stafford Courthouse is 7.19 Mbps. This is 27% slower than the Stafford County average and 38% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 97.9% of Stafford County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 73.3% of Stafford County residents
The average internet download speed in Stafford County is 42.19 Mbps based upon 296928 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Stafford Courthouse is 25.9% faster than the average in Virginia and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
Internet Access Technologies
DSL, Cable, Fiber and Fixed Wireless are four common types of technology used to provide internet access. The following chart shows the percentage of Stafford Courthouse residents who have access to each of these technology types.
Internet Service FAQs
Who has the best internet service near me?
Our proprietary algorithm that takes into consideration download speed, upload speed, availability and overall value ranks Xfinity as the top provider for Stafford Courthouse, Virginia.
Who has the fastest internet service in Stafford Courthouse?
Xfinity with a download speed of 987 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Stafford Courthouse.
What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Stafford Courthouse, Virginia?
The following zip codes were used: 22554, 22555 and 22556
How do the internet speeds in Stafford Courthouse compare to other cities in Virginia?
Click through to see how the Stafford Courthouse broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Chincoteague, Dunn Loring, Ettrick, Jolivue, Orange, Ruckersville, Shawsville
What is DSL internet service?
DSL provides internet service via phone lines but at speeds typically 100x or more than old fashioned dial-up service over those same phone lines. Download speeds are typically slower than cable, but DSL is more likely to be available in a remote location than cable.
Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Stafford Courthouse, Virginia?
Xfinity provides broadband internet service to 99.1% of Stafford Courthouse.
What is cable internet service?
Cable internet service streams data through the same coaxial cables used for cable television. In nearly all instances cable internet will be faster than DSL. Cable internet is available to nearly 90% of Americans but does not have as much coverage in remote areas as DSL.
What download speed do I need to stream movies?
For HD movies and shows Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu all recommend a minimum of 5 Mbps. Streaming 4K/UHD content requires a minimum of 25 Mbps for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu.
What internet download speed do I need?
Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Stafford Courthouse internet service.
Speed | Devices | Typical Usage |
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25+ Mbps | 1-2 devices | Web browsing Music streaming HD video streaming |
100+ Mbps | 3-5 devices | Video conferencing 4K video streaming Online gaming |
1000+ Mbps | 6+ devices | Multiple video or 4K streams Zero latency gaming |
Is there DSL internet service near me?
Unlikely. Our records indicate there are no DSL providers that offer coverage to more than 15% of residents in Stafford Courthouse, Virginia.
Stafford Courthouse Cable TV, Satellite TV and Streaming Services
Our ranking of internet service plans can make choosing a new provider fairly easy. Selecting a TV provider is more difficult as additional variables are involved. If you are a heavy TV viewer and/or watch in multiple rooms at the same time, a traditional cable TV package or satellite TV provider may be the best option for you. However, if you live in a rental property or a heavily wooded area, satellite TV may not be a viable option. Streaming TV packages can be a good option for many, especially if your internet plan does not have a data limit. Read through the pros and cons of the various TV packages available to you and chose the best match to your viewing needs.
Xfinity
- 260+ channels
- Award winning voice remote
- Customize your plan
- Watch TV, DVR and OnDemand anywhere with the Xfinity Stream app
DISH
- 290+ channels
- Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
- 4 video package tiers
- Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
Hulu Live TV
- 75+ channels
- Access to premium Hulu originals
- Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
- 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
YouTube TV
- 85+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
DIRECTV stream
- 140+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network and sports coverage
- Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
fuboTV
- 180+ channels
- 1000 hours of cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages