Best Internet Providers in Merrifield, Fairfax, VA
All 6 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Merrifield, Fairfax, VA
Merrifield has 6 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 neighborhood. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 3 available internet technologies in Merrifield.
The Best Internet in Merrifield, Fairfax, VA at a Glance
Merrifield Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
EarthLink
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Verizon
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Fiber
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Cox
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Fiber
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AT&T
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Providers with less than 1% coverage in this neighborhood 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 Merrifield ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Merrifield, Fairfax, VA?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Merrifield 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 Merrifield?
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 Merrifield, Fairfax
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fiber coverage map
- Cox - cable coverage map
- Cox - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Fiber Fast Homes - fiber coverage map
How Merrifield Compares to the Rest of Fairfax
Fiber reaches 97.8% of homes in Merrifield, against 93.8% across Fairfax and 93.9% across Fairfax County. Households in Merrifield are smaller than the US average (2.3 people against 2.7); 33% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $146,428 (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 Merrifield
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Merrifield?
EarthLink Fiber in Merrifield, Fairfax, VA
Availability:
97.8%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
2,066 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 97.8% of Merrifield homes. Across the neighborhood, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 2,066 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 2,049 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Merrifield from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Verizon Fiber in Merrifield, Fairfax, VA
Availability:
97.8%
Customer Rating:
(453)
Avg. Download Speed
2,066 Mbps
Verizon offers Fiber service to 97.8% of Merrifield homes. Across the neighborhood, Verizon Fiber has speeds up to 2,066 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 2,049 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. Verizon Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Merrifield from Verizon in terms of customer satisfaction.
Cox Fiber in Merrifield, Fairfax, VA
Availability:
11.2%
Customer Rating:
(54)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Cox Communications offers Fiber service to 11.2% of Merrifield homes. Across the neighborhood, Cox Fiber has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Fiber Fast Homes Fiber in Merrifield, Fairfax, VA
Availability:
2.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Fiber Fast Homes offers Fiber service to 2.3% of Merrifield homes. Across the neighborhood, Fiber Fast Homes Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Merrifield?
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Merrifield, Fairfax, VA
Availability:
98.3%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
65 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 98.3% of Merrifield homes. Across the neighborhood, 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 neighborhood.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Merrifield, Fairfax, VA
Availability:
98.3%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
65 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 98.3% of Merrifield homes. Across the neighborhood, 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 neighborhood.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Merrifield, Fairfax, VA
Availability:
96.8%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
93 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.8% of Merrifield homes. Across the neighborhood, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 93 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 18 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Merrifield, Fairfax, VA
Availability:
18.0%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
374 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 18.0% of Merrifield homes. Across the neighborhood, Verizon Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 374 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 27 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Merrifield?
Cox Cable in Merrifield, Fairfax, VA
Availability:
97.3%
Customer Rating:
(399)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Cox Communications offers Cable service to 97.3% of Merrifield homes. Across the neighborhood, Cox Cable has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Merrifield?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Merrifield, Fairfax, VA.
How Merrifield Compares to Its Neighbors
The 10 neighborhoods nearest to Merrifield that have their own pages are all within 6 miles. Among them, Williamsburg (Arlington) has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and Lake Barcroft (Falls Church) the fewest (80.9%); Merrifield has 97.8%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merrifield (this page) | 18,003 | 97.8% | 2,201 Mbps | 6.2 | B+ | 80/100 |
| Bailey's Crossroads (Falls Church) | 13,673 | 88.0% | 1,999 Mbps | 6.5 | B | 60/100 |
| Wakefield Park (Annandale) | 11,805 | 100.0% | 2,216 Mbps | 5.8 | B+ | 96/100 |
| Lake Barcroft (Falls Church) | 7,832 | 80.9% | 2,094 Mbps | 5.9 | B- | 92/100 |
| North Springfield (Springfield) | 6,080 | 100.0% | 2,191 Mbps | 6 | B+ | 87/100 |
| Mantua | 5,859 | 96.1% | 2,227 Mbps | 5.4 | B | 95/100 |
| Arlington-East Falls (Arlington) | 5,761 | 99.9% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.5 | B+ | 95/100 |
| Madison Condominium (Falls Church) | 4,072 | 100.0% | 1,995 Mbps | 7.8 | A- | 80/100 |
| Pimmit Hills (Falls Church) | 3,719 | 100.0% | 2,253 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 91/100 |
| Williamsburg (Arlington) | 3,175 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.1 | B+ | 93/100 |
| Rock Spring (Arlington) | 3,059 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.1 | B+ | 97/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Merrifield?
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 Merrifield
| EarthLink | 2,300 |
|---|---|
| Verizon | 2,300 |
| Cox Communications | 2,000 |
| Fiber Fast Homes | 1,000 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Merrifield Internet Providers
Based on 143 reviews from Virginia internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Merrifield 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 96.8% coverage in Merrifield.
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 Merrifield Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Merrifield, Virginia, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Merrifield Overall | Virginia Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (0) |  (6) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (10) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (2) | (85) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (0) | (42) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Fiber Fast Homes | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Merrifield
Based on data reported by Merrifield ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the neighborhood are available through Verizon. The company offers speeds up to 2,300 Mbps in Merrifield. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,065 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 | Merrifield Speed | Virginia Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (0) | (6) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (2) | (85) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (0) | (42) | (453) | 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 | ||
| Fiber Fast Homes | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Merrifield?
Of the providers in Merrifield, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Merrifield 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. 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 Merrifield, Virginia, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Merrifield
| ISP / Tech Type | Merrifield Affordability | Virginia Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | (2) | (85) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (0) | (42) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Fiber Fast Homes | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Virginia
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Zitel Fiber
October 22, 2026 Slow
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Swiftcurrent Connect Fiber
October 20, 2026 Fast
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FiberLync Fiber
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Brightspeed
August 24, 2026 Streaming tv is great and security cameras are great but having issues with gaming (Lots of lag)
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Merrifield?
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 Merrifield 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 Merrifield is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and EarthLink has the broadest coverage in Merrifield, 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.