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Internet Providers in Columbia, Virginia

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Home Internet in Columbia, VA

  • 1. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 2. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. Brightspeed
    Speeds Up To
    80 Mbps
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    Connection: DSL
    Availability: 35.4%
  • 4. Firefly Fiber Broadband
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 50.4%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Seiontec Systems
    Speeds Up To
    200 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 7.6%

Best Internet Providers in Columbia, VA

In Columbia, Virginia, Brightspeed offers a DSL connection with speeds up to 80 Mbps starting at $50 per month. With 30.60% coverage, it strikes a balance between speed and cost, suitable for browsing, streaming, and light gaming. Although DSL lacks the reliability and speed of fiber, Brightspeed provides a decent option for everyday household use.

Viasat Internet, on the other hand, ensures 100% coverage with its satellite connection. Offering download speeds of 150 Mbps, it stands as the fastest option in Columbia, costing $119.99 per month. This makes Viasat crucial for residents in remote areas where DSL or fiber isn't available. With full coverage, Viasat reliably guarantees internet access throughout the community.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • Hughesnet
  • Starlink
  • Seiontec Systems
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Firefly Fiber Broadband
50.44%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Columbia, VA

Provider Connection Types in Columbia, VA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Columbia, VA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
11.1%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
42.78%

List of Internet Providers in Columbia, VA

Provider Type Top Speed
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
Brightspeed DSL 80 Mbps
Firefly Fiber Broadband Fiber 1 Gbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Seiontec Systems Fixed Wireless 200 Mbps

Internet Providers in Columbia, VA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Viasat Internet $129.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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
Firefly Fiber Broadband $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
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 200 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless

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