Best Internet Providers in Norfolk, VA

The best internet providers in Norfolk are Cox and Verizon Fios. Cox is the best internet provider in Norfolk because it offers fast internet with download speeds up to to of Norfolk residents. Starting at just per month, Cox offers low-cost internet plans with speeds that match your home’s needs. You can earn additional savings if you add Cox Contour TV, Cox Homelife, Cox Voice, or Cox Mobile to your internet plan, since bundled internet packages from Cox start at per month. Cox also offers its Panoramic Wifi service for consistent speeds and wall-to-wall internet coverage throughout your home.

If Cox isn’t available in your area or you’re looking for something different, consider Verizon Fios. Verizon Fios delivers download speeds up to in of Norfolk. Residents living in those areas will have access to the ISP’s fiber internet plans, including its cheapest plan, starting at per month. Revered for its customer service, Verizon Fios ranked second in the latest American Customer Satisfaction Index survey. For added savings, you can also pair your Verizon Fios internet plan with Verizon Fios TV, Verizon Wireless, or home phone. Customers like Verizon Fios for its amazing monthly promotions, including free gift cards and discounts on major streaming services.

Metronet - Fastest Provider
Metronet - Cheapest Provider
Hughesnet - Widely Available
Viasat - Great for Rural Areas
T-Mobile - Offers 5G Home Internet
Metronet - Great Value

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	AT&T Verizon Viasat T-Mobile Hughesnet XNET WiFi Starlink	100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)	Heavy streaming (4K video multiple devices etc.) Video chat Lag-free gaming Large households	Cox Metronet	83.62%

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Internet Availability in Norfolk, VA

Norfolk residents have their pick of 9 internet providers. But which ones provide access to your home’s location in Mermaid City? Cox leads the charge with sweeping cable internet access, but for residents in select areas of the city, fiber internet from Metronet is available.

Cox offers cable internet to 83.6% of Norfolk. It features sweeping coverage from the Elizabeth River to all areas surrounding the Lafayette River and east to the Little Creek Reservoir. Neighborhoods such as Huntersville, Fairmount Park, Camden Heights and all areas surrounding the Norfolk International Airport can access Cox’s service. Dead zones for Cox are sporadic throughout the city, with some areas near downtown and Lafayette Park lacking coverage. The most notable location without access is near Lambert’s Point Yard and piers.

For fiber internet, Metronet services 33.6% of the city. While the provider’s service is limited, Metronet may be your best bet if you live outside of Cox’s coverage area. If you live in Miller Heights, Denby Park or along Willoughby Beach, you’re covered by Metronet. However, if you’re in Cottage Park, near the Norfolk Naval Station or by the city center, you’re out of luck when it comes to Metronet’s fiber internet service.

Provider Connection Types in Norfolk, VA

Connection Type	About this Connection Type	Availability in Norfolk, VA
Satellite	Available even in very rural areas Typically has high latency (lag)	100%
DSL	Typically about 100 Mbps Slower than Cable or Fiber	11.55%
Cable	Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps Widely available A good choice for most users	99.6%
Fiber	Typically 1 Gbps or faster Upload speeds match download speeds	8.780000000000001%