Best Internet Providers in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
All 7 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
Potomac West has 7 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 Potomac West.
Ranks compare Potomac West with the 15 neighborhoods in Alexandria.
The Best Internet in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA at a Glance
Potomac West Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
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EarthLink
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ting
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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.
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Who is the Best Internet Provider in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Potomac West based on 188 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.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Potomac West?
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 Potomac West, Alexandria
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fiber coverage map
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- ting - 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
How Potomac West Compares to the Rest of Alexandria
Potomac West's report card score is 3rd of 15 and its connectivity index is tied 11th of 15.
| Measure | Potomac West | Rank among neighborhoods in Alexandria | Alexandria | Alexandria City | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 93.2% | 5th of 15 | 80.0% | 75.8% | 71.5% | Taylor Run (100.0%) |
| Average top speed | 2,232 Mbps | 2nd of 15 | 2,096 Mbps | 2,032 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Woodlawn (2,252 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 7.1 | Tied 3rd of 15 | 6.5 | 6.8 | 7.1 | Alexandria Wrest and Landmark-Van Dom (7.2) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.3 | 8th of 15 | 2.4 | 2.2 | 2.7 | Hybla Valley (3.1) |
| Workers who work from home | 30% | 8th of 15 | 27% | 29% | 15% | Braddock Road Metro and Old Town (40%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 98% | Tied 6th of 15 | 97% | 98% | 96% | Eisenhower East and Old Town and 3 more (99%) |
| Homes with internet | 91% | Tied 12th of 15 | 93% | 94% | 91% | Eisenhower East and Old Town (98%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 78% | 11th of 15 | 80% | 80% | 76% | Eisenhower East (90%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 83% | 12th of 15 | 87% | 88% | 81% | Eisenhower East and Potomac Yard-Potomac Greens (96%) |
| Median household income | $146,146 | 8th of 15 | $133,592 | $135,506 | $93,246 | North Ridge Rosemont ($199,088) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 13% | Tied 8th of 15 | 13% | 12% | 16% | Hybla Valley and Taylor Run (18%) |
Fiber reaches 93.2% of homes in Potomac West, against 80.0% across Alexandria and 75.8% across Alexandria City. Households in Potomac West are smaller than the US average (2.3 people against 2.7); 30% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $146,146 (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 Potomac West
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Potomac West?
EarthLink Fiber in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
Availability:
90.0%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
2,114 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 90.0% of Potomac West homes. Across the neighborhood, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 2,114 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 2,099 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Potomac West from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Verizon Fiber in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
Availability:
90.0%
Customer Rating:
(453)
Avg. Download Speed
2,114 Mbps
Verizon offers Fiber service to 90.0% of Potomac West homes. Across the neighborhood, Verizon Fiber has speeds up to 2,114 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 2,099 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. Verizon Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Potomac West from Verizon in terms of customer satisfaction.
ting Fiber in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
Availability:
86.2%
Customer Rating:
(14)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
ting offers Fiber service to 86.2% of Potomac West homes. Across the neighborhood, ting Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Potomac West?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
Availability:
95.4%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
83 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.4% of Potomac West homes. Across the neighborhood, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 83 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 16 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
Availability:
77.5%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
59 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 77.5% of Potomac West homes. Across the neighborhood, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 59 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 11 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
Availability:
77.5%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
59 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 77.5% of Potomac West homes. Across the neighborhood, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 59 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 11 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
Availability:
63.0%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
630 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 63.0% of Potomac West homes. Across the neighborhood, Verizon Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 630 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 47 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Starry Fixed Wireless in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
Availability:
31.5%
Customer Rating:
(25)
Avg. Download Speed
307 Mbps
Starry offers Fixed Wireless service to 31.5% of Potomac West homes. Across the neighborhood, Starry Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 307 Mbps, with speeds from 300 Mpbs up to 500 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 100 and as high as 100, with an average of 100 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Potomac West?
XFINITY Cable in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
Availability:
100.0%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
1,852 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 100.0% of Potomac West homes. Across the neighborhood, XFINITY Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,852 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 490 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Potomac West?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA.
How Potomac West Compares to Its Neighbors
The 10 neighborhoods nearest to Potomac West that have their own pages are all within 2 miles. Among them, Taylor Run has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and Braddock Road Metro the fewest (69.8%); Potomac West has 93.2%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potomac West (this page) | 24,630 | 93.2% | 2,232 Mbps | 7.1 | B+ | 68/100 |
| Aurora Highlands (Arlington) | 14,352 | 83.5% | 2,132 Mbps | 6.8 | B | 77/100 |
| North Ridge Rosemont | 12,085 | 97.0% | 2,150 Mbps | 6.3 | B+ | 82/100 |
| Fairlington-Shirlington (Arlington) | 11,005 | 87.5% | 2,000 Mbps | 7.3 | B | 78/100 |
| Crystal City (Arlington) | 7,381 | 89.6% | 2,175 Mbps | 7.5 | B+ | 73/100 |
| Braddock Road Metro | 6,776 | 69.8% | 2,063 Mbps | 6.3 | B- | 68/100 |
| Nauck (Arlington) | 6,470 | 99.7% | 2,255 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 63/100 |
| Arlington Ridge (Arlington) | 6,354 | 100.0% | 2,256 Mbps | 6.7 | A- | 80/100 |
| Potomac Yard-Potomac Greens | 6,193 | 91.7% | 2,083 Mbps | 6.6 | B | 77/100 |
| Taylor Run | 5,692 | 100.0% | 1,991 Mbps | 7.1 | A- | 88/100 |
| Long Branch Creek (Arlington) | 3,876 | 94.5% | 2,179 Mbps | 6.8 | B+ | 73/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Potomac West?
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, ting 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 Potomac West
| Verizon | 2,300 |
|---|---|
| EarthLink | 2,300 |
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| ting | 2,000 |
| Starry | 500 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Potomac West Internet Providers
Based on 188 reviews from Virginia internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Potomac West 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 95.4% coverage in Potomac West.
At a national level, based on 4642 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 Potomac West Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Potomac West, Virginia, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Potomac West Overall | Virginia Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starry | (1) |  (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T |  (0) | (6) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (1) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (10) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| ting | (0) |  (1) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (85) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (3) | (82) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Potomac West
Based on data reported by Potomac West ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the neighborhood are available through ting. The company offers speeds up to 2,000 Mbps in Potomac West. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,000 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 | Potomac West Speed | Virginia Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starry | (1) | (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (6) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (10) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| ting | (0) | (1) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (85) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (3) | (82) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Potomac West?
Of the providers in Potomac West, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Potomac West 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 Potomac West, Virginia, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Potomac West
| ISP / Tech Type | Potomac West Affordability | Virginia Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starry | (1) | (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (6) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (10) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| ting | (0) | (1) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (85) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (3) | (82) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Virginia
Customer Reviews
Preston S
XFINITY Cable
February 13, 2026 I am only looking for internet; no television package at all. However, the lowest-price option is $100/month. I only use internet for browsing and streaming videos, so I think I'm paying for bandwidth I don't use. I would LOVE a lower-cost option, but the local fiber service (Ting) has an intro rate of $90/month. I may move residences in the next year, and will lock in the cheapest option available. Comcast works fine, but they don't have the bare-bones option I want.
A Alexandria, VA Customer
XFINITY Cable
March 03, 2025 Xfinity is affordable and an easy to use option.
A Alexandria, VA Customer
Starry Fixed Wireless
August 19, 2024 I believe Starry Internet is the best in terms of price point and value. I am able to stream multiple devices without any issue or disruption of service. Whenever there is a problem with my internet the app lets me know if there is a known outage or not. The issue will then be escalated if need be.
A Alexandria, VA Customer
XFINITY Cable
April 18, 2023 Jean
Zitel Fiber
October 22, 2026 Slow
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Potomac West?
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 Potomac West is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be ting. 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 Potomac West is AT&T.
- XFINITY from Comcast, Viasat, Verizon, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Potomac West, available to 100.0% 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.