Best Internet Providers in Covington City, VA
All 6 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Covington City, VA
Covington City has 6 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 county. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Covington City.
Ranks compare Covington City with the 133 Virginia counties.
The Best Internet in Covington City, VA at a Glance
Covington City Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Shentel
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Lumos Networks
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Fiber
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EarthLink
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Verizon
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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 Covington City ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Covington City, VA?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Covington City 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 Covington City?
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 Covington City
How Covington City Compares to the Rest of Virginia
Covington City's report card score is tied 13th of 133 and its connectivity index is tied 94th of 133.
| Measure | Covington City | Rank among Virginia counties | Virginia | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 98.1% | 14th of 133 | 79.0% | 71.5% | Bristol City and Falls Church City and 1 more (99.9%) |
| Average top speed | 5,018 Mbps | 11th of 133 | 2,389 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Staunton City (7,648 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 5 | Tied 78th 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 | 10% | Tied 84th of 133 | 18% | 15% | Arlington County (35%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 90% | Tied 92nd of 133 | 96% | 96% | Fairfax City and Falls Church City and 3 more (99%) |
| Homes with internet | 82% | Tied 100th of 133 | 92% | 91% | Falls Church City (99%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 67% | Tied 62nd of 133 | 77% | 76% | Falls Church City (95%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 57% | Tied 128th of 133 | 83% | 81% | Falls Church City (96%) |
| Median household income | $42,839 | 132nd of 133 | $109,990 | $93,246 | Loudoun County ($186,288) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 14% | Tied 43rd of 133 | 16% | 16% | Williamsburg City (46%) |
Fiber reaches 98.1% of homes in Covington City, against 79.0% across Virginia. Households in Covington City are smaller than the US average (2.2 people against 2.7); 10% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $42,839 (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 Covington City Compares to Its Neighbors
Covington City has 1 neighbor.
Map of Covington City and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
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Covington City and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covington City (this page) | 5,737 | 98.1% | 5,018 Mbps | 5 | B | 35/100 |
| Alleghany County | 15,223 | 92.7% | 4,776 Mbps | 4.7 | B | 37/100 |
Internet in Covington City by City and ZIP Code
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Cities and towns in Covington City
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covington | 9,979 | 93.7% | 4,837 Mbps | 4.5 | B | 37/100 |
ZIP codes in Covington City
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Covington City?
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 Covington City
| Shentel | 10,000 |
|---|---|
| Lumos Networks | 5,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| AT&T | 25 |
| EarthLink | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Covington City Internet Providers
Based on 131 reviews from Virginia internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Covington City 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 80.3% coverage in Covington City.
At a national level, based on 2287 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 Covington City Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Covington City, Virginia, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Covington City Overall | Virginia Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (0) |  (6) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks |  (1) | (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 | (0) | (27) | (35) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Covington City
Based on data reported by Covington City 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 Covington City. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 5,000 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 | Covington City Speed | Virginia Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (0) | (6) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (85) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (1) | (3) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| Shentel | (0) | (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 | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Covington City?
Of the providers in Covington City, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Covington City 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 Covington City, Virginia, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Covington City
| ISP / Tech Type | Covington City Affordability | Virginia Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lumos Networks | (1) | (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 | (0) | (27) | (35) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Covington City
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Covington City?
Lumos Networks Fiber in Covington City, VA
Availability:
98.1%
Customer Rating:
(27)
Avg. Download Speed
5,000 Mbps
Lumos Networks offers Fiber service to 98.1% of Covington City homes. Across the county, Lumos Networks Fiber has speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Shentel Fiber in Covington City, VA
Availability:
1.8%
Customer Rating:
(7)
Avg. Download Speed
10,000 Mbps
Shentel offers Fiber service to 1.8% of Covington City homes. Across the county, Shentel Fiber has speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Covington City?
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Covington City, VA
Availability:
99.1%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
266 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 99.1% of Covington City homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 266 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.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Covington City, VA
Availability:
80.3%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
50 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 80.3% of Covington City homes. Across the county, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 50 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 8.6 Mbps throughout the county.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Covington City, VA
Availability:
56.6%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 56.6% of Covington City homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Covington City, VA
Availability:
56.6%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 56.6% of Covington City homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Covington City?
Shentel Cable in Covington City, VA
Availability:
99.3%
Customer Rating:
(24)
Avg. Download Speed
1,200 Mbps
Shentel offers Cable service to 99.3% of Covington City homes. Across the county, Shentel Cable has speeds up to 1,200 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Covington City?
Lumos Networks DSL in Covington City, VA
Availability:
6.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
Lumos Networks offers DSL service to 6.6% of Covington City homes. Across the county, Lumos Networks DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Covington City?
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 Covington City 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 Covington City is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, Shentel, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Covington City, available to 99.3% 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.