Best Internet Providers in Stafford County, VA
All 8 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Stafford County, VA
Stafford County has 8 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, Fiber, 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 Stafford County.
Ranks compare Stafford County with the 133 Virginia counties.
The Best Internet in Stafford County, VA at a Glance
Stafford County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
EarthLink
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Customer Rating
Fiber
Fixed Wireless
Verizon
Connection
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Fiber
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XFINITY
Connection
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Fiber
Cable
Cox
Connection
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Fiber
Cable
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 Stafford County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Stafford County, VA?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Stafford County based on 225 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 Stafford County?
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 Stafford County
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fiber coverage map
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- Cox - cable coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- XFINITY - fiber coverage map
- Cox - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- KGI Communications - fiber coverage map
- KGI Communications - fixed wireless coverage map
- Virginia Broadband - fixed wireless coverage map
How Stafford County Compares to the Rest of Virginia
Stafford County's report card score is tied 33rd of 133 and its connectivity index is tied 2nd of 133.
| Measure | Stafford County | Rank among Virginia counties | Virginia | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 82.6% | Tied 54th of 133 | 79.0% | 71.5% | Bristol City and Falls Church City and 1 more (99.9%) |
| Average top speed | 2,172 Mbps | 33rd 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 | 3.1 | Tied 4th of 133 | 2.6 | 2.7 | Manassas Park City (3.7) |
| Workers who work from home | 20% | Tied 15th of 133 | 18% | 15% | Arlington County (35%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 99% | Tied 1st of 133 | 96% | 96% | Tied with Fairfax City and Falls Church City and 2 more |
| Homes with internet | 97% | Tied 2nd of 133 | 92% | 91% | Falls Church City (99%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 88% | Tied 4th of 133 | 77% | 76% | Falls Church City (95%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 92% | Tied 5th of 133 | 83% | 81% | Falls Church City (96%) |
| Median household income | $146,242 | 5th of 133 | $109,990 | $93,246 | Loudoun County ($186,288) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 19% | Tied 13th of 133 | 16% | 16% | Williamsburg City (46%) |
Fiber reaches 82.6% of homes in Stafford County, against 79.0% across Virginia. Households in Stafford County are larger than the US average (3.1 people against 2.7); 20% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $146,242 (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 Stafford County Compares to Its Neighbors
Stafford County has 8 neighbors, 1 of them in Maryland. Among them, Charles County, MD has the most homes with fiber (96.0%) and Fauquier County the fewest (19.4%); Stafford County has 82.6%.
Map of Stafford County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
Hover over or tap a county for its numbers, and click through to its page.
Stafford County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stafford County (this page) | 156,927 | 82.6% | 2,172 Mbps | 6 | B- | 92/100 |
| Prince William County | 482,204 | 95.4% | 1,863 Mbps | 6.1 | B | 91/100 |
| Charles County, MD | 166,617 | 96.0% | 2,172 Mbps | 5.9 | B | 80/100 |
| Spotsylvania County | 140,032 | 79.0% | 1,968 Mbps | 5.7 | B- | 85/100 |
| Fauquier County | 72,972 | 19.4% | 2,205 Mbps | 4.5 | C | 63/100 |
| Culpeper County | 52,552 | 64.2% | 1,947 Mbps | 6.5 | B- | 60/100 |
| Caroline County | 30,887 | 44.3% | 1,310 Mbps | 4.1 | C- | 46/100 |
| Fredericksburg City | 27,982 | 84.8% | 2,049 Mbps | 6.6 | B | 66/100 |
| King George County | 26,723 | 50.1% | 1,041 Mbps | 5.1 | C | 73/100 |
Internet in Stafford County by City and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 0.0% of homes in Garrisonville to 88.2% in Stafford; by ZIP code, from 47.4% in 22406 (Fredericksburg) to 99.6% in 22405 (Fredericksburg). Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in Stafford County
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stafford | 93,307 | 88.2% | 2,201 Mbps | 5.9 | B | 93/100 |
| Hartwood | 1,422 | 9.1% | 1,866 Mbps | 5.3 | C | 80/100 |
| Garrisonville | 1,144 | 0.0% | 25 Mbps | 0 | F | 76/100 |
| Widewater | 578 | 100.0% | 2,300 Mbps | 5.9 | B+ | 90/100 |
| Ruby | 414 | 0.0% | 25 Mbps | 0 | F | 76/100 |
| Brooke | 375 | 100.0% | 2,300 Mbps | 6.8 | A- | 79/100 |
ZIP codes in Stafford County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22554 (Stafford) | 64,445 | 97.2% | 2,248 Mbps | 6.1 | B+ | 95/100 |
| 22405 (Fredericksburg) | 34,318 | 99.6% | 2,175 Mbps | 6.3 | B+ | 89/100 |
| 22556 (Stafford) | 29,655 | 67.3% | 2,095 Mbps | 5.4 | C+ | 88/100 |
| 22406 (Fredericksburg) | 27,046 | 47.4% | 2,069 Mbps | 5.9 | C+ | 85/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Stafford County?
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 Stafford County
| EarthLink | 2,300 |
|---|---|
| Verizon | 2,300 |
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| Cox Communications | 2,000 |
| KGI Communications | 1,000 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| Virginia Broadband | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
How fast is your internet?
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Customer Ratings for Stafford County Internet Providers
Based on 225 reviews from Virginia internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Stafford County 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 93.2% coverage in Stafford County.
At a national level, based on 5056 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 Stafford County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Stafford County, Virginia, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Stafford County Overall | Virginia Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T |  (0) |  (6) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (10) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (85) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) | (82) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (0) | (42) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Virginia Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| KGI Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Stafford County
Based on data reported by Stafford County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through Cox Communications. The company offers speeds up to 2,000 Mbps in Stafford County. 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 | Stafford County Speed | Virginia Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (0) | (6) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (85) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) | (82) | (2379) | 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 | ||
| Virginia Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| KGI Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Stafford County?
Of the providers in Stafford County, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Stafford County 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 Stafford County, Virginia, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Stafford County
| ISP / Tech Type | Stafford County 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 | (0) | (85) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) | (82) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (0) | (42) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Virginia Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| KGI Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Stafford County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Stafford County?
EarthLink Fiber in Stafford County, VA
Availability:
81.3%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
2,043 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 81.3% of Stafford County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 2,043 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 2,024 Mbps throughout the county. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Stafford County from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Verizon Fiber in Stafford County, VA
Availability:
81.3%
Customer Rating:
(453)
Avg. Download Speed
2,043 Mbps
Verizon offers Fiber service to 81.3% of Stafford County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fiber has speeds up to 2,043 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 2,024 Mbps throughout the county. Verizon Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Stafford County from Verizon in terms of customer satisfaction.
XFINITY Fiber in Stafford County, VA
Availability:
2.9%
Customer Rating:
(300)
Avg. Download Speed
1,861 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Fiber service to 2.9% of Stafford County homes. Across the county, XFINITY Fiber has speeds up to 1,861 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 792 Mbps throughout the county. XFINITY Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Stafford County from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Cox Fiber in Stafford County, VA
Availability:
2.2%
Customer Rating:
(54)
Avg. Download Speed
1,701 Mbps
Cox Communications offers Fiber service to 2.2% of Stafford County homes. Across the county, Cox Fiber has speeds up to 1,701 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 90 Mbps throughout the county. Cox Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Stafford County from Cox in terms of customer satisfaction.
KGI Communications Fiber in Stafford County, VA
Availability:
1.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
KGI Communications offers Fiber service to 1.0% of Stafford County homes. Across the county, KGI Communications Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Stafford County?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Stafford County, VA
Availability:
93.2%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
62 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 93.2% of Stafford County homes. Across the county, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 62 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 county.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Stafford County, VA
Availability:
83.1%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
41 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 83.1% of Stafford County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 41 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 6.6 Mbps throughout the county.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Stafford County, VA
Availability:
83.1%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
41 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 83.1% of Stafford County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 41 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 6.6 Mbps throughout the county.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Stafford County, VA
Availability:
48.4%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
213 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 48.4% of Stafford County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 213 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.
KGI Communications Fixed Wireless in Stafford County, VA
Availability:
2.8%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
242 Mbps
KGI Communications offers Fixed Wireless service to 2.8% of Stafford County homes. Across the county, KGI Communications Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 242 Mbps, with speeds from 30 Mpbs up to 500 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 7.0 and as high as 500, with an average of 178 Mbps throughout the county.
Virginia Broadband Fixed Wireless in Stafford County, VA
Availability:
2.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
99 Mbps
Virginia Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 2.2% of Stafford County homes. Across the county, Virginia Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 99 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 5.0 and as high as 25, with an average of 25 Mbps throughout the county.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Stafford County?
XFINITY Cable in Stafford County, VA
Availability:
75.2%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
1,908 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 75.2% of Stafford County homes. Across the county, XFINITY Cable has speeds up to 1,908 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 567 Mbps throughout the county. XFINITY Cable is rated the same as other types of internet service available in Stafford County from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Cox Cable in Stafford County, VA
Availability:
33.0%
Customer Rating:
(399)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Cox Communications offers Cable service to 33.0% of Stafford County homes. Across the county, Cox Cable has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Stafford County?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Stafford County, VA.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Stafford County?
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 Stafford County 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 Stafford County is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and EarthLink has the broadest coverage in Stafford County, available to 95.2% 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.