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Internet Providers in Alton, Virginia

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Home Internet in Alton, VA

  • 1. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 2. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    72 - 245 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 34.1%
  • 3. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. Brightspeed
    Speeds Up To
    80 Mbps
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    Connection: DSL
    Availability: 79.4%
  • 5. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 34.1%
  • 6. Wilkes and RiverStreet
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 10.7%
  • 7. UScellular
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 32.5%
  • 8. Open Broadband
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 62.5%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 99.9%
  • Seiontec Systems
    Speeds Up To
    35 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 75.2%

Best Internet Providers in Alton, VA

In Alton, Virginia, Brightspeed stands as the main internet service provider, using DSL connections to cover approximately 66.60% of the community. It offers download speeds up to 80 Mbps and starts at $50 per month. While the speeds aren't the fastest, the broad coverage and affordability appeal to many residents seeking reliable service.

Viasat Internet and HughesNet both offer complete coverage in Alton with satellite connections. Viasat delivers download speeds up to 150 Mbps, the highest available, at $149.99 per month. However, its price may deter budget-minded consumers. HughesNet, at a starting price of $49.99 per month, provides speeds up to 100 Mbps, making it an attractive option for those prioritizing cost over speed. These satellite providers ensure even the most remote areas in Alton have access to dependable internet.

Alton's internet landscape features strong satellite coverage, with moderate availability of DSL and fixed wireless options.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • Wilkes and RiverStreet
  • UScellular
  • Open Broadband
62.49%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Alton, VA

Provider Connection Types in Alton, VA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Alton, VA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
11.78%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
5.11%

List of Internet Providers in Alton, VA

Provider Type Top Speed
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
T-Mobile 5G Internet 245 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
Brightspeed DSL 80 Mbps
XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps
Wilkes and RiverStreet Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps
UScellular Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps
Open Broadband Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Seiontec Systems Fixed Wireless 35 Mbps

Internet Providers in Alton, VA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Viasat Internet $149.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 245 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Brightspeed $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 80 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Wilkes and RiverStreet $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
UScellular $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Open Broadband $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Seiontec Systems $95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 35 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless

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