Best Internet Providers in Fairfax City, VA
All 5 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Fairfax City, VA
Fairfax City has 5 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, 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 Fairfax City.
Ranks compare Fairfax City with the 133 Virginia counties.
The Best Internet in Fairfax City, VA at a Glance
Fairfax City Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
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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 Fairfax City ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Fairfax City, VA?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Fairfax City based on 143 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 Fairfax 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 Fairfax City
How Fairfax City Compares to the Rest of Virginia
Fairfax City's report card score is tied 11th of 133 and its connectivity index is tied 2nd of 133.
| Measure | Fairfax City | Rank among Virginia counties | Virginia | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 97.4% | 16th of 133 | 79.0% | 71.5% | Bristol City and Falls Church City and 1 more (99.9%) |
| Average top speed | 2,259 Mbps | 30th of 133 | 2,389 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Staunton City (7,648 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 6 | Tied 30th 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 | 2.7 | Tied 12th of 133 | 2.6 | 2.7 | Manassas Park City (3.7) |
| Workers who work from home | 29% | Tied 4th of 133 | 18% | 15% | Arlington County (35%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 99% | Tied 1st of 133 | 96% | 96% | Tied with Falls Church City and Lexington City and 2 more |
| Homes with internet | 97% | Tied 2nd of 133 | 92% | 91% | Falls Church City (99%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 91% | 2nd of 133 | 77% | 76% | Falls Church City (95%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 93% | Tied 3rd of 133 | 83% | 81% | Falls Church City (96%) |
| Median household income | $136,723 | 7th of 133 | $109,990 | $93,246 | Loudoun County ($186,288) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 20% | Tied 11th of 133 | 16% | 16% | Williamsburg City (46%) |
Fiber reaches 97.4% of homes in Fairfax City, against 79.0% across Virginia. Households in Fairfax City are the same size as the US average (2.7 people against 2.7); 29% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $136,723 (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 Fairfax City Compares to Its Neighbors
Fairfax City has 1 neighbor.
Map of Fairfax City and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
Hover over or tap a county for its numbers, and click through to its page.
Fairfax City and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfax City (this page) | 24,146 | 97.4% | 2,259 Mbps | 6 | B+ | 92/100 |
| Fairfax County | 1,150,309 | 93.9% | 2,158 Mbps | 6 | B | 92/100 |
Internet in Fairfax City by City and ZIP Code
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Cities and towns in Fairfax City
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfax | 132,888 | 93.8% | 2,194 Mbps | 5.9 | B | 93/100 |
ZIP codes in Fairfax 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 Fairfax 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, Verizon 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 Fairfax City
| EarthLink | 2,300 |
|---|---|
| Verizon | 2,300 |
| Cox Communications | 2,000 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Fairfax City Internet Providers
Based on 143 reviews from Virginia internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Fairfax 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 3.00 out of 5 stars and 94.1% coverage in Fairfax City.
At a national level, based on 2677 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 Fairfax City Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Fairfax City, Virginia, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Fairfax City Overall | Virginia Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T |  (0) |  (6) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (2) | (85) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (10) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Cox |  (1) | (42) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Fairfax City
Based on data reported by Fairfax City ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through Verizon. The company offers speeds up to 2,300 Mbps in Fairfax City. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,108 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 | Fairfax City Speed | Virginia Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (0) | (6) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (10) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (2) | (85) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (1) | (42) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Fairfax City?
Of the providers in Fairfax City, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Fairfax 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.
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 4.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Fairfax City, Virginia, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Fairfax City
| ISP / Tech Type | Fairfax City Affordability | Virginia Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (10) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (6) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (2) | (85) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (1) | (42) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Fairfax City
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Fairfax City?
EarthLink Fiber in Fairfax City, VA
Availability:
97.4%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
2,154 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 97.4% of Fairfax City homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 2,154 Mbps, with speeds from 980 Mpbs up to 2,300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 880 and as high as 2,300, with an average of 2,143 Mbps throughout the county. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Fairfax City from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Verizon Fiber in Fairfax City, VA
Availability:
97.4%
Customer Rating:
(453)
Avg. Download Speed
2,154 Mbps
Verizon offers Fiber service to 97.4% of Fairfax City homes. Across the county, Verizon Fiber has speeds up to 2,154 Mbps, with speeds from 980 Mpbs up to 2,300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 880 and as high as 2,300, with an average of 2,143 Mbps throughout the county. Verizon Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Fairfax City from Verizon in terms of customer satisfaction.
Cox Fiber in Fairfax City, VA
Availability:
9.7%
Customer Rating:
(54)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Cox Communications offers Fiber service to 9.7% of Fairfax City homes. Across the county, Cox Fiber has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Fairfax City?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Fairfax City, VA
Availability:
94.1%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
78 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.1% of Fairfax 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 78 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 Fairfax City, VA
Availability:
79.6%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
64 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 79.6% of Fairfax City homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 64 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 Fairfax City, VA
Availability:
79.6%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
64 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 79.6% of Fairfax City homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 64 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 Fairfax City, VA
Availability:
45.9%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
222 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 45.9% of Fairfax City homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 222 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 16 Mbps throughout the county.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Fairfax City?
Cox Cable in Fairfax City, VA
Availability:
99.8%
Customer Rating:
(399)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Cox Communications offers Cable service to 99.8% of Fairfax City homes. Across the county, Cox Cable has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Fairfax City?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Fairfax City, VA.
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Virginia
Customer Reviews
A Fair Oaks, VA Customer
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless
March 03, 2026 A Fairfax, VA Customer
Verizon Fixed Wireless
July 10, 2025 Version has been very helpful with any needs or questions that I have. The service itself has also be great with the speed and efficiency. I would recommend Verizon if they they have multiple tv’s or streaming devices.
A Fairfax, VA Customer
Cox Cable
June 22, 2023 A Fairfax, VA Customer
Verizon Fixed Wireless
May 10, 2023 We switched to Verizon Fios for TV cable and internet several years ago, leaving Cox for better prices with Verizon. Unfortunately, after the initial price period was up - a fact buried in very small print - the prices rose. I called to negotiate and got a small cut. The following year, the same happened. While the signal strength and speed are mainly fine - sufficing even with three working/schooling from home during Covid shutdowns - I feel that I am paying more than I should be. I'm currently pricing alternatives, frankly, because Verizon has gotten complacent.
Jean
Zitel Fiber
October 22, 2026 Slow
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Fairfax 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 Fairfax City is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be Verizon. 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 Fairfax City is AT&T.
- Viasat, Verizon, HughesNet, and EarthLink has the broadest coverage in Fairfax City, available to 99.9% 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.