Best Internet Providers in Chesapeake, VA
All 7 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Chesapeake, VA
Chesapeake has 7 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Chesapeake.
Ranks compare Chesapeake with the 41 US large cities (250,000 to 499,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Chesapeake, VA at a Glance
Chesapeake Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Cox
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Fixed Wireless
Verizon
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Fixed Wireless
T-Mobile Home Internet
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this city 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 Chesapeake ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Chesapeake, VA?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Chesapeake based on 146 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 Chesapeake?
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 Chesapeake
- Cox - cable coverage map
- Lumos Networks - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fiber coverage map
- Cox - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Mediacom - fixed wireless coverage map
How Chesapeake Compares to Places Its Size
Chesapeake's report card score is 25th of 41 and its connectivity index is tied 14th of 41.
| Measure | Chesapeake | Rank among US large cities (250,000 to 499,999 people) | Chesapeake City | Virginia | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 90.3% | 17th of 41 | 90.4% | 79.0% | 71.5% | Staten Island, NY (99.5%) |
| Average top speed | 2,646 Mbps | 32nd of 41 | 2,648 Mbps | 2,389 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Oakland, CA (7,941 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 6.3 | Tied 35th of 41 | 6.3 | 5.7 | 7.1 | San Juan, PR (14.2) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.7 | Tied 19th of 41 | 2.7 | 2.6 | 2.7 | Santa Ana, CA (4.0) |
| Workers who work from home | 13% | Tied 24th of 41 | 13% | 18% | 15% | Scottsdale, AZ (31%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 97% | Tied 20th of 41 | 97% | 96% | 96% | Garland, TX and Gilbert, AZ and 6 more (99%) |
| Homes with internet | 93% | Tied 15th of 41 | 93% | 92% | 91% | Gilbert, AZ and Katy, TX and 2 more (97%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 80% | Tied 17th of 41 | 80% | 77% | 76% | Gilbert, AZ (89%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 86% | Tied 12th of 41 | 86% | 83% | 81% | Gilbert, AZ and Irvine, CA (95%) |
| Median household income | $105,356 | 15th of 41 | $105,453 | $109,990 | $93,246 | Irvine, CA ($152,298) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 17% | Tied 19th of 41 | 17% | 16% | 16% | Irvine, CA (25%) |
Fiber reaches 90.3% of homes in Chesapeake, against 90.4% across Chesapeake City and 79.0% across Virginia. Households in Chesapeake are the same size as the US average (2.7 people against 2.7); 13% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $105,356 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Chesapeake
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Chesapeake?
EarthLink Fiber in Chesapeake, VA
Availability:
77.7%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
980 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 77.7% of Chesapeake homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 980 Mbps
Verizon Fiber in Chesapeake, VA
Availability:
77.7%
Customer Rating:
(453)
Avg. Download Speed
980 Mbps
Verizon offers Fiber service to 77.7% of Chesapeake homes. Across the city, Verizon Fiber has speeds up to 980 Mbps
Lumos Networks Fiber in Chesapeake, VA
Availability:
22.3%
Customer Rating:
(27)
Avg. Download Speed
5,000 Mbps
Lumos Networks offers Fiber service to 22.3% of Chesapeake homes. Across the city, Lumos Networks Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Cox Fiber in Chesapeake, VA
Availability:
8.9%
Customer Rating:
(54)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Cox Communications offers Fiber service to 8.9% of Chesapeake homes. Across the city, Cox Fiber has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 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 123 Mbps throughout the city. Cox Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Chesapeake from Cox in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Chesapeake?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Chesapeake, VA
Availability:
96.3%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
73 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.3% of Chesapeake homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 73 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 14 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Chesapeake, VA
Availability:
91.9%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
36 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 91.9% of Chesapeake homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 36 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 5.4 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Chesapeake, VA
Availability:
91.9%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
36 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 91.9% of Chesapeake homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 36 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 5.4 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Chesapeake, VA
Availability:
57.2%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
244 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 57.2% of Chesapeake homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 244 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 17 Mbps throughout the city.
Mediacom Fixed Wireless in Chesapeake, VA
Availability:
1.2%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
71 Mbps
Mediacom offers Fixed Wireless service to 1.2% of Chesapeake homes. Across the city, Mediacom Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 71 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 13 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Chesapeake?
Cox Cable in Chesapeake, VA
Availability:
96.7%
Customer Rating:
(399)
Avg. Download Speed
1,999 Mbps
Cox Communications offers Cable service to 96.7% of Chesapeake homes. Across the city, Cox Cable has speeds up to 1,999 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 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 500, with an average of 87 Mbps throughout the city. Cox Cable is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Chesapeake from Cox in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Chesapeake?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Chesapeake, VA.
Internet in Chesapeake by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 10.1% of homes in Pleasant Grove East to 99.9% in Deep Creek South; by ZIP code, from 86.3% in 23322 to 97.0% in 23323. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Chesapeake
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenbrier East | 28,568 | 87.7% | 1,993 Mbps | 6.3 | B | 74/100 |
| Great Bridge | 27,616 | 98.8% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.3 | B+ | 86/100 |
| Indian River | 27,208 | 85.1% | 2,814 Mbps | 6.1 | B | 58/100 |
| South Norfolk | 24,920 | 87.6% | 4,515 Mbps | 5.8 | B | 59/100 |
| Greenbrier West | 23,347 | 93.0% | 1,972 Mbps | 6.3 | B | 60/100 |
| Western Branch North | 22,443 | 93.2% | 2,122 Mbps | 6.2 | B | 76/100 |
| Deep Creek North | 20,894 | 97.6% | 4,564 Mbps | 7 | A- | 59/100 |
| Great Bridge East | 18,023 | 97.6% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.2 | B+ | 88/100 |
| Western Branch South | 15,869 | 97.8% | 1,975 Mbps | 5.8 | B | 84/100 |
| Pleasant Grove West | 13,157 | 67.2% | 1,951 Mbps | 6 | B- | 88/100 |
| Deep Creek South | 11,856 | 99.9% | 4,707 Mbps | 7.6 | A | 93/100 |
| Deep Creek West | 8,101 | 98.0% | 1,997 Mbps | 6.3 | B+ | 81/100 |
| Butts Station | 6,535 | 91.0% | 1,980 Mbps | 6.1 | B | 81/100 |
| Pleasant Grove East | 4,753 | 10.1% | 1,142 Mbps | 4.5 | C- | 65/100 |
ZIP codes in Chesapeake
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23322 | 67,366 | 86.3% | 1,933 Mbps | 6.1 | B- | 86/100 |
| 23320 | 60,691 | 89.2% | 2,171 Mbps | 6.3 | B | 66/100 |
| 23323 | 42,373 | 97.0% | 3,953 Mbps | 7 | A- | 78/100 |
| 23321 | 37,720 | 95.2% | 2,017 Mbps | 6.1 | B | 80/100 |
| 23324 | 24,004 | 87.0% | 4,604 Mbps | 5.8 | B | 49/100 |
| 23325 | 17,577 | 89.0% | 2,592 Mbps | 6.2 | B | 70/100 |
How Chesapeake Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Chesapeake that have their own pages are all within 20 miles, 3 of them in North Carolina. Among them, Snowden, NC has the most homes with fiber (98.1%) and Dawley Corners the fewest (0.0%); Chesapeake has 90.3%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesapeake (this page) | 250,025 | 90.3% | 2,646 Mbps | 6.3 | B | 76/100 |
| Virginia Beach metro area | 1,780,059 | 79.7% | 2,926 Mbps | 5.9 | B- | 70/100 |
| Norfolk | 240,387 | 76.4% | 4,592 Mbps | 5.6 | B- | 61/100 |
| Portsmouth | 97,915 | 85.8% | 2,470 Mbps | 6.2 | B | 48/100 |
| Suffolk | 94,289 | 86.7% | 6,066 Mbps | 5.7 | B | 62/100 |
| Carrollton | 9,641 | 37.4% | 1,000 Mbps | 5.5 | C- | 70/100 |
| Moyock, NC | 9,228 | 90.2% | 1,761 Mbps | 7.8 | B+ | 78/100 |
| South Mills, NC | 3,623 | 81.8% | 970 Mbps | 6 | C+ | 62/100 |
| Snowden, NC | 1,338 | 98.1% | 1,981 Mbps | 7.8 | B+ | 87/100 |
| Dawley Corners | 1,095 | 0.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 5.2 | C- | 79/100 |
| Fort Monroe | 544 | 9.2% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.5 | C+ | 76/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Chesapeake?
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, Cox Communications 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 Chesapeake
| Lumos Networks | 5,000 |
|---|---|
| Cox Communications | 2,000 |
| Verizon | 1,000 |
| Mediacom | 1,000 |
| EarthLink | 980 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Chesapeake Internet Providers
Based on 146 reviews from Virginia internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Chesapeake 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 96.3% coverage in Chesapeake.
At a national level, based on 2798 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 Chesapeake Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Chesapeake, Virginia, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Chesapeake Overall | Virginia Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (3) | (85) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T |  (0) |  (6) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (3) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (10) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (2) | (42) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (0) | (0) | (93) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Chesapeake
Based on data reported by Chesapeake ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Cox Communications. The company offers speeds up to 2,000 Mbps in Chesapeake. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,999 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 | Chesapeake Speed | Virginia Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (3) | (85) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (6) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (3) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (10) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (2) | (42) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (0) | (0) | (93) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Chesapeake?
Of the providers in Chesapeake, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Chesapeake 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.
AT&T is rated 3.67 out of 5 for price, which is similar to the average across all internet providers in the country. T-Mobile Home Internet is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.90 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Chesapeake, Virginia, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Chesapeake
| ISP / Tech Type | Chesapeake Affordability | Virginia Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (3) | (85) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (6) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (3) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (10) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (2) | (42) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (0) | (0) | (93) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Virginia
Customer Reviews
Lisa K.
Verizon Fixed Wireless
June 08, 2023 We really like our Internet provider, Verizon. The service is always reliable, even when there's a rain storm. In our neighborhood Facebook group, we commonly read about our neighbors having problems with one of the other providers in our area. I highly recommend Verizon. The price is not the cheapest, but we think it is the most dependable.
A Chesapeake, VA Customer
Cox Cable
June 04, 2023 A Chesapeake, VA Customer
Verizon Fiber
April 20, 2023 I find it incredibly frustrating that I had the same service for three years and then it suddenly was slow and disconnecting. After doing a chat with Verizon, they told me I had to upgrade but could not answer why it was fine for years and suddenly was an issue. I had the same devices, same streaming, same electronics connected and could only say they understood my frustration. I said I would upgrade which meant I needed to pickup a new router and the new princing would start. I never picked up the router, but magically my service has been fine since.
A Chesapeake, VA Customer
Cox Cable
March 13, 2023 TN
Verizon Fiber
February 23, 2023 Verizon's fiberoptic internet service called Fios is overall fairly good, in terms of performance. The installation was a bit of a pain, but that's how it usually is when having internet set up at a new house. The service has cut out only a few times this year, otherwise the performance has been consistent. My one complaint is the G1100 router that they gave us has terrible WiFi range and can barely reach my bedroom, so we had to buy some network extenders to enhance the performance a bit. When connected by ethernet, it works flawlessly though.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Chesapeake?
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 Chesapeake is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be Cox Communications. 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 Chesapeake is AT&T.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and EarthLink has the broadest coverage in Chesapeake, available to 98.7% 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.