Best Internet Providers in Alleghany County, VA
All 7 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Alleghany County, VA
Alleghany County has 7 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, DSL, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the county. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Alleghany County.
Ranks compare Alleghany County with the 133 Virginia counties.
The Best Internet in Alleghany County, VA at a Glance
Alleghany County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Lumos Networks
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Fiber
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Shentel
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Fiber
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EarthLink
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Fixed Wireless
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this county are excluded from the list. To see if one of these providers is available at your home, please use the address search above.
Speed and technology may vary by address for all providers. Please note we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers above, which does not impact the customer ratings displayed. Customer ratings listed above are national ratings, local Alleghany County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Alleghany County, VA?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Alleghany County based on 131 Virginia customer reviews, and T-Mobile Home Internet has the highest rating nationwide. The provider information above and the information immediately below can help you decide. Compare provider ratings and review counts above.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Alleghany County?
Coverage changes block by block. Pick a provider and a technology to see where its service reaches: the darker the area, the larger the share of homes it covers. For your exact address, use the address search above.
Coverage map for each provider in Alleghany County
- Lumos Networks - fiber coverage map
- Shentel - cable coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Shentel - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Frontier - dsl coverage map
- Lumos Networks - dsl coverage map
How Alleghany County Compares to the Rest of Virginia
Alleghany County's report card score is tied 29th of 133 and its connectivity index is tied 88th of 133.
| Measure | Alleghany County | Rank among Virginia counties | Virginia | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 92.7% | 28th of 133 | 79.0% | 71.5% | Bristol City and Falls Church City and 1 more (99.9%) |
| Average top speed | 4,776 Mbps | 14th of 133 | 2,389 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Staunton City (7,648 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 4.7 | Tied 90th of 133 | 5.7 | 7.1 | Bristol City and Charlottesville City (7.5) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | |||||
| People per household | 2.3 | Tied 87th of 133 | 2.6 | 2.7 | Manassas Park City (3.7) |
| Workers who work from home | 6% | Tied 120th of 133 | 18% | 15% | Arlington County (35%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 88% | Tied 109th of 133 | 96% | 96% | Fairfax City and Falls Church City and 3 more (99%) |
| Homes with internet | 83% | Tied 96th of 133 | 92% | 91% | Falls Church City (99%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 71% | Tied 45th of 133 | 77% | 76% | Falls Church City (95%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 61% | Tied 121st of 133 | 83% | 81% | Falls Church City (96%) |
| Median household income | $58,682 | 108th of 133 | $109,990 | $93,246 | Loudoun County ($186,288) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 15% | Tied 38th of 133 | 16% | 16% | Williamsburg City (46%) |
Fiber reaches 92.7% of homes in Alleghany County, against 79.0% across Virginia. Households in Alleghany County are smaller than the US average (2.3 people against 2.7); 6% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $58,682 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
How Alleghany County Compares to Its Neighbors
Alleghany County has 7 neighbors, 2 of them in West Virginia. Among them, Bath County has the most homes with fiber (98.7%) and Monroe County, WV the fewest (0.1%); Alleghany County has 92.7%.
Map of Alleghany County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
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Alleghany County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alleghany County (this page) | 15,223 | 92.7% | 4,776 Mbps | 4.7 | B | 37/100 |
| Botetourt County | 33,596 | 84.4% | 4,049 Mbps | 5 | B- | 57/100 |
| Greenbrier County, WV | 32,977 | 49.0% | 3,464 Mbps | 5 | C+ | 29/100 |
| Rockbridge County | 22,650 | 88.2% | 1,388 Mbps | 5.2 | C+ | 41/100 |
| Monroe County, WV | 12,376 | 0.1% | 447 Mbps | 3.9 | D | 35/100 |
| Covington City | 5,737 | 98.1% | 5,018 Mbps | 5 | B | 35/100 |
| Craig County | 4,892 | 6.6% | 303 Mbps | 4.3 | D | 67/100 |
| Bath County | 4,209 | 98.7% | 2,249 Mbps | 3.6 | B- | 27/100 |
Internet in Alleghany County by City and ZIP Code
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Cities and towns in Alleghany County
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clifton Forge | 5,030 | 99.2% | 4,999 Mbps | 5.8 | B+ | 37/100 |
| Callaghan | 698 | 100.0% | 5,000 Mbps | 5.2 | B+ | 26/100 |
| Carloover | 665 | 100.0% | 5,000 Mbps | 5.9 | A- | 47/100 |
| Falling Spring | 538 | 98.5% | 5,000 Mbps | 3.5 | B | 36/100 |
| Low Moor | 529 | 81.8% | 4,310 Mbps | 5.3 | B- | 30/100 |
| Clifdale | 473 | 100.0% | 5,000 Mbps | 2.1 | B- | 67/100 |
| Rayon Terrace | 435 | 100.0% | 5,000 Mbps | 5.4 | B+ | 30/100 |
| Selma | 357 | 67.2% | 3,755 Mbps | 5.3 | B- | 29/100 |
| Jordan Mines | 264 | 96.2% | 5,000 Mbps | 1 | C+ | 29/100 |
| Longdale Furnace | 253 | 94.9% | 5,000 Mbps | 5.1 | B | 52/100 |
| Longdale | 236 | 100.0% | 5,000 Mbps | 5.9 | A- | 61/100 |
| Clearwater Park | 220 | 100.0% | 5,000 Mbps | 4.4 | B+ | 31/100 |
| Mallow | 220 | 100.0% | 5,136 Mbps | 5.9 | A- | 46/100 |
| Hematite | 204 | 34.3% | 2,015 Mbps | 3 | C- | 31/100 |
| Copeland | 151 | 100.0% | 8,543 Mbps | 6.4 | A- | 16/100 |
| Earlehurst | 142 | 0.0% | 107 Mbps | 1.1 | F | 31/100 |
| Idlewilde | 39 | 100.0% | 5,000 Mbps | 2.6 | B | 84/100 |
ZIP codes in Alleghany County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24426 (Covington) | 13,747 | 93.6% | 4,802 Mbps | 4.4 | B- | 37/100 |
| 24422 (Clifton Forge) | 5,804 | 99.2% | 5,092 Mbps | 5.8 | B+ | 37/100 |
| 24457 (Low Moor) | 390 | 75.4% | 4,065 Mbps | 5.4 | B- | 32/100 |
| 24474 (Selma) | 357 | 59.4% | 3,457 Mbps | 5.1 | C+ | 27/100 |
| 24448 (Iron Gate) | 262 | 82.1% | 4,318 Mbps | 5 | B- | 16/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Alleghany County?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by AT&T. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Lumos Networks should have faster speeds at a local level. While we typically put more weight on real-world customer ratings, we display both satisfaction and technical maximum information for customers to decide for themselves.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Alleghany County
| Shentel | 10,000 |
|---|---|
| Lumos Networks | 5,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Frontier Communications | 115 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Alleghany County Internet Providers
Based on 131 reviews from Virginia internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Alleghany County residents. AT&T was rated at an average of 4.33 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet wins for second-place in Virginia, with 3.90 out of 5 stars and 83.6% coverage in Alleghany County.
At a national level, based on 2464 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.02 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Alleghany County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Alleghany County, Virginia, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Alleghany County Overall | Virginia Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (0) |  (6) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (3) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (10) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (85) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (1) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Shentel | (1) | (27) | (35) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (0) | (177) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Alleghany County
Based on data reported by Alleghany County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through Lumos Networks. The company offers speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in Alleghany County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 4,999 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with AT&T. This indicates AT&T reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Alleghany County Speed | Virginia Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (0) | (6) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (85) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (3) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| Shentel |  (1) | (27) | (35) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (10) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (0) | (177) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Alleghany County?
Of the providers in Alleghany County, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Alleghany County where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Virginia or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
T-Mobile Home Internet is rated 3.90 out of 5 for price, which is similar to the average across all internet providers in the country. Lumos Networks is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.33 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Alleghany County, Virginia, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Alleghany County
| ISP / Tech Type | Alleghany County Affordability | Virginia Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (3) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (10) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (6) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (85) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Shentel | (1) | (27) | (35) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (0) | (177) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Alleghany County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Alleghany County?
Lumos Networks Fiber in Alleghany County, VA
Availability:
92.6%
Customer Rating:
(27)
Avg. Download Speed
5,000 Mbps
Lumos Networks offers Fiber service to 92.6% of Alleghany County homes. Across the county, Lumos Networks Fiber has speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Shentel Fiber in Alleghany County, VA
Availability:
1.3%
Customer Rating:
(7)
Avg. Download Speed
10,000 Mbps
Shentel offers Fiber service to 1.3% of Alleghany County homes. Across the county, Shentel Fiber has speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Alleghany County?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Alleghany County, VA
Availability:
83.6%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
67 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 83.6% of Alleghany County homes. Across the county, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 67 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 12 Mbps throughout the county.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Alleghany County, VA
Availability:
70.2%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
29 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 70.2% of Alleghany County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 29 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 3.8 Mbps throughout the county.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Alleghany County, VA
Availability:
70.2%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
29 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 70.2% of Alleghany County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 29 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 3.8 Mbps throughout the county.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Alleghany County, VA
Availability:
67.3%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
258 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 67.3% of Alleghany County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 258 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 18 Mbps throughout the county.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Alleghany County?
Shentel Cable in Alleghany County, VA
Availability:
68.1%
Customer Rating:
(24)
Avg. Download Speed
1,200 Mbps
Shentel offers Cable service to 68.1% of Alleghany County homes. Across the county, Shentel Cable has speeds up to 1,200 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Alleghany County?
Lumos Networks DSL in Alleghany County, VA
Availability:
8.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
Lumos Networks offers DSL service to 8.7% of Alleghany County homes. Across the county, Lumos Networks DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
Frontier DSL in Alleghany County, VA
Availability:
3.1%
Customer Rating:
(58)
Avg. Download Speed
90 Mbps
Frontier Communications offers DSL service to 3.1% of Alleghany County homes. Across the county, Frontier DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 90 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 115 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 7.0, with an average of 5.5 Mbps throughout the county.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Alleghany County?
The right ISP for you depends upon your needs, but in general we can make the following suggestions:
- The best all-around internet service provider in Alleghany County is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be Lumos Networks. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, AT&T may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Alleghany County is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, Lumos Networks, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Alleghany County, available to 92.7% of homes, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what’s available at your home, please use our address search tool.