Best Internet Providers in Arlington County, VA
All 7 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Arlington County, VA
Arlington County has 7 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, Fiber, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the county. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 3 available internet technologies in Arlington County.
Ranks compare Arlington County with the 133 Virginia counties.
The Best Internet in Arlington County, VA at a Glance
Arlington County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
XFINITY
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Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
EarthLink
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Fiber
Fixed Wireless
Verizon
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Fiber
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Starry
Connection
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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 Arlington County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Arlington County, VA?
Starry is the highest-rated internet provider in Arlington County based on 229 Virginia customer reviews, and Starry 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.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Arlington 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 Arlington County
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Starry - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- XFINITY - fiber coverage map
- Cox - cable coverage map
How Arlington County Compares to the Rest of Virginia
Arlington County's report card score is tied 11th of 133 and its connectivity index is tied 14th of 133.
| Measure | Arlington County | Rank among Virginia counties | Virginia | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 94.0% | 24th of 133 | 79.0% | 71.5% | Bristol City and Falls Church City and 1 more (99.9%) |
| Average top speed | 2,065 Mbps | 36th of 133 | 2,389 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Staunton City (7,648 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 6.6 | Tied 6th 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 | 2.2 | Tied 115th of 133 | 2.6 | 2.7 | Manassas Park City (3.7) |
| Workers who work from home | 35% | 1st of 133 | 18% | 15% | Leads; next is Falls Church City (33%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 98% | Tied 6th of 133 | 96% | 96% | Fairfax City and Falls Church City and 3 more (99%) |
| Homes with internet | 95% | Tied 11th of 133 | 92% | 91% | Falls Church City (99%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 87% | Tied 7th of 133 | 77% | 76% | Falls Church City (95%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 92% | Tied 5th of 133 | 83% | 81% | Falls Church City (96%) |
| Median household income | $156,299 | 4th 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 94.0% of homes in Arlington County, against 79.0% across Virginia. Households in Arlington County are smaller than the US average (2.2 people against 2.7); 35% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $156,299 (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 Arlington County Compares to Its Neighbors
Arlington County has 5 neighbors, 2 of them in Maryland and District of Columbia. Among them, Falls Church City has the most homes with fiber (99.9%) and Alexandria City the fewest (75.8%); Arlington County has 94.0%.
Map of Arlington County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
Hover over or tap a county for its numbers, and click through to its page.
Arlington County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington County (this page) | 238,643 | 94.0% | 2,065 Mbps | 6.6 | B+ | 77/100 |
| Fairfax County | 1,150,309 | 93.9% | 2,158 Mbps | 6 | B | 92/100 |
| Montgomery County, MD | 1,062,061 | 95.6% | 2,157 Mbps | 6.1 | B | 91/100 |
| District of Columbia, DC | 689,545 | 86.2% | 2,025 Mbps | 7.7 | B+ | 66/100 |
| Alexandria City | 159,467 | 75.8% | 2,032 Mbps | 6.8 | B | 68/100 |
| Falls Church City | 14,658 | 99.9% | 1,999 Mbps | 7.4 | A- | 87/100 |
Internet in Arlington County by City and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 82.6% of homes in 22203 (Arlington) to 100.0% in 22205 (Arlington). Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in Arlington County
ZIP codes in Arlington County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22204 (Arlington) | 53,107 | 99.1% | 2,178 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 73/100 |
| 22201 (Arlington) | 38,912 | 94.0% | 1,992 Mbps | 6.8 | B+ | 77/100 |
| 22207 (Arlington) | 33,888 | 98.8% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.3 | B+ | 95/100 |
| 22202 (Arlington) | 30,547 | 89.5% | 2,179 Mbps | 7 | B | 76/100 |
| 22203 (Arlington) | 25,893 | 82.6% | 1,995 Mbps | 6.6 | B | 69/100 |
| 22206 (Arlington) | 19,192 | 91.5% | 2,061 Mbps | 7 | B+ | 74/100 |
| 22205 (Arlington) | 18,328 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.2 | B+ | 87/100 |
| 22302 (Alexandria) | 17,594 | 85.9% | 2,018 Mbps | 6.7 | B | 75/100 |
| 22209 (Arlington) | 15,101 | 92.8% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.9 | B | 75/100 |
| 22213 (Arlington) | 3,260 | 99.9% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.5 | B+ | 94/100 |
| 22211 (Fort Myer) | 926 | 30.7% | 2,000 Mbps | 4 | C- | 84/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Arlington County?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Starry. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, XFINITY from Comcast 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 Arlington County
| EarthLink | 2,300 |
|---|---|
| Verizon | 2,300 |
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| Cox Communications | 2,000 |
| Starry | 1,000 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Arlington County Internet Providers
Based on 229 reviews from Virginia internet customers, Starry is the best internet service provider for Arlington County residents. Starry was rated at an average of 4.50 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. AT&T wins for second-place in Virginia, with 4.33 out of 5 stars and 87.6% coverage in Arlington County.
At a national level, based on 5081 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Starry is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.24 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Arlington County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Arlington County, Virginia, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Arlington County Overall | Virginia Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starry |  (3) | (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (4) | (85) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T |  (0) | (6) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (0) |  (42) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (10) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (5) | (82) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Arlington County
Based on data reported by Arlington County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through XFINITY from Comcast. The company offers speeds up to 2,000 Mbps in Arlington County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,996 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 Starry. This indicates Starry reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Arlington County Speed | Virginia Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starry |  (3) | (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (4) | (85) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (6) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (0) | (42) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (10) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (5) | (82) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Arlington County?
Of the providers in Arlington County, customers rate Starry the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Arlington 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.
Starry is rated 4.33 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. AT&T is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.67 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Arlington County, Virginia, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Arlington County
| ISP / Tech Type | Arlington County Affordability | Virginia Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starry | (3) | (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (6) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (0) | (42) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (10) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (4) | (85) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (5) | (82) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Arlington County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Arlington County?
EarthLink Fiber in Arlington County, VA
Availability:
93.5%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
1,297 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 93.5% of Arlington County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 1,297 Mbps, with speeds from 75 Mpbs up to 2,300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 75 and as high as 2,300, with an average of 1,222 Mbps throughout the county. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Arlington County from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Verizon Fiber in Arlington County, VA
Availability:
93.5%
Customer Rating:
(453)
Avg. Download Speed
1,297 Mbps
Verizon offers Fiber service to 93.5% of Arlington County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fiber has speeds up to 1,297 Mbps, with speeds from 75 Mpbs up to 2,300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 75 and as high as 2,300, with an average of 1,222 Mbps throughout the county. Verizon Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Arlington County from Verizon in terms of customer satisfaction.
XFINITY Fiber in Arlington County, VA
Availability:
2.8%
Customer Rating:
(300)
Avg. Download Speed
1,550 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Fiber service to 2.8% of Arlington County homes. Across the county, XFINITY Fiber has speeds up to 1,550 Mbps, with speeds from 1,200 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 35 and as high as 2,000, with an average of 895 Mbps throughout the county. XFINITY Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Arlington County from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Arlington County?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Arlington County, VA
Availability:
97.3%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
80 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 97.3% of Arlington 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 80 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 15 Mbps throughout the county.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Arlington County, VA
Availability:
87.6%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
65 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 87.6% of Arlington County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 65 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.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Arlington County, VA
Availability:
87.6%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
65 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 87.6% of Arlington County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 65 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.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Arlington County, VA
Availability:
47.8%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
551 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 47.8% of Arlington County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 551 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 75, with an average of 41 Mbps throughout the county.
Starry Fixed Wireless in Arlington County, VA
Availability:
46.0%
Customer Rating:
(25)
Avg. Download Speed
396 Mbps
Starry offers Fixed Wireless service to 46.0% of Arlington County homes. Across the county, Starry Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 396 Mbps, with speeds from 300 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 100 and as high as 500, with an average of 119 Mbps throughout the county.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Arlington County?
XFINITY Cable in Arlington County, VA
Availability:
98.9%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
1,998 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 98.9% of Arlington County homes. Across the county, XFINITY Cable has speeds up to 1,998 Mbps, with speeds from 1,200 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 35 and as high as 2,000, with an average of 1,939 Mbps throughout the county. XFINITY Cable is rated the same as other types of internet service available in Arlington County from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Cox Cable in Arlington County, VA
Availability:
1.5%
Customer Rating:
(399)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Cox Communications offers Cable service to 1.5% of Arlington County homes. Across the county, Cox Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Arlington County?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Arlington County, VA.
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Virginia
Customer Reviews
Laney P.
XFINITY Fiber
March 09, 2026 I have actually had a good experience with Xfinity overall. Whenever I experience an outage, it's always fixed promptly and I am kept updated with progress reports. I also easily negotiated a lower monthly price for my internet through a representative via online chat. My internet speeds are generally pretty fast.
A Arlington, VA Customer
Starry Fixed Wireless
January 09, 2026 A Arlington, VA Customer
Starry Fixed Wireless
December 22, 2025 A Arlington, VA Customer
Verizon Fixed Wireless
October 30, 2025 Jared C.
XFINITY Cable
September 26, 2025 My Internet and pricing has been stable at my current address since I moved about one year ago. However, I used to have terrible connectivity problems with Xfinity in my last place and they kept raising rates drastically without addressing the underlying issue. Unfortunately, as a renter, they are my only option since I can't do anything about getting fiber installed by Verizon. While I'm currently happy with my xfinity service, I worry that wont last.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Arlington 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 Arlington County is Starry.
- The fastest internet provider should be XFINITY from Comcast. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Starry may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Arlington County is Starry.
- XFINITY from Comcast, Viasat, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Arlington County, available to 99.2% 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.