Who is our top ranked provider in Falmouth VA? [Updated]

Falmouth, Virginia Broadband Internet Service

Falmouth, 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 Falmouth. 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 Falmouth is Cox. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Cox	Cable	1000 Mbps	35 Mbps	100.0%
2	Verizon	Fiber	940 Mbps	880 Mbps	99.7%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Falmouth 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 Falmouth which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:

Broadband Internet Speeds

For most users, the average download speed of their internet service is more important than their upload speed. However, upload speed plays at least some role for all users.
Average upload speeds in Falmouth of 7.19 Mbps are slower than the Stafford County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Virginia.

Falmouth Internet Access Facts

The average download speed in Falmouth 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 Falmouth 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 Falmouth 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 Falmouth 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 Cox as the top provider for Falmouth, Virginia.

How do the internet speeds in Falmouth compare to other cities in Virginia?

Click through to see how the Falmouth broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Crimora, Elkton, Ettrick, Lowes Island, New Market, Portsmouth, Shawsville

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 is Mbps?

Mbps is an abbreviation for Megabits Per Second and represents the rate of data transmission. A larger value for download Mbps or upload Mbps means a file will take less time to be sent than it will with an internet connection with a lower Mbps.

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 locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Falmouth, Virginia?

The following zip codes were used: 22405

Who has the fastest internet service in Falmouth?

Cox with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Falmouth.

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 Falmouth, Virginia.

Falmouth 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.