Best Internet Providers in VCU, Richmond, VA
All 5 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in VCU, Richmond, VA
VCU has 5 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 neighborhood. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 3 available internet technologies in VCU.
Ranks compare VCU with the 20 neighborhoods in Richmond.
The Best Internet in VCU, Richmond, VA at a Glance
VCU Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
XFINITY
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EarthLink
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Fiber
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Verizon
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Fiber
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T-Mobile Home Internet
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Fixed Wireless
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Who is the Best Internet Provider in VCU, Richmond, VA?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in VCU based on 183 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 VCU?
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.
How VCU Compares to the Rest of Richmond
VCU's report card score is 16th of 20 and its connectivity index is 12th of 20.
| Measure | VCU | Rank among neighborhoods in Richmond | Richmond | Richmond City | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 20.5% | 18th of 20 | 77.3% | 84.8% | 71.5% | Bellemeade and Church Hill and 3 more (100.0%) |
| Average top speed | 1,405 Mbps | 16th of 20 | 1,802 Mbps | 1,621 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Carver-Richmond (2,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 6.8 | 1st of 20 | 5.6 | 6.1 | 7.1 | Leads; next is Carver-Richmond (6.7) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 1.7 | Tied 17th of 20 | 2.5 | 2.2 | 2.7 | Southwood (3.8) |
| Workers who work from home | 21% | 11th of 20 | 19% | 20% | 15% | Bellevue (36%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 97% | Tied 10th of 20 | 95% | 95% | 96% | Monroe Ward (100%) |
| Homes with internet | 81% | Tied 16th of 20 | 92% | 87% | 91% | Stratford Hills (99%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 56% | Tied 19th of 20 | 76% | 73% | 76% | Stratford Hills (92%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 92% | Tied 6th of 20 | 84% | 81% | 81% | Monroe Ward (96%) |
| Median household income | $45,041 | 15th of 20 | $98,800 | $72,082 | $93,246 | Three Chopt ($142,318) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 91% | 1st of 20 | 15% | 18% | 16% | Leads; next is Carver-Richmond (50%) |
Fiber reaches 20.5% of homes in VCU, against 77.3% across Richmond and 84.8% across Richmond City. Households in VCU are smaller than the US average (1.7 people against 2.7); 21% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $45,041 (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 VCU
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in VCU?
EarthLink Fiber in VCU, Richmond, VA
Availability:
20.5%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
980 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 20.5% of VCU homes. Across the neighborhood, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 980 Mbps
Verizon Fiber in VCU, Richmond, VA
Availability:
20.5%
Customer Rating:
(453)
Avg. Download Speed
980 Mbps
Verizon offers Fiber service to 20.5% of VCU homes. Across the neighborhood, Verizon Fiber has speeds up to 980 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in VCU?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in VCU, Richmond, VA
Availability:
21.6%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 21.6% of VCU homes. Across the neighborhood, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in VCU, Richmond, VA
Availability:
21.3%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
42 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 21.3% of VCU homes. Across the neighborhood, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 42 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 6.9 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in VCU, Richmond, VA
Availability:
21.3%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
42 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 21.3% of VCU homes. Across the neighborhood, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 42 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 6.9 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in VCU, Richmond, VA
Availability:
20.7%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
843 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 20.7% of VCU homes. Across the neighborhood, Verizon Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 843 Mbps, with speeds from 300 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 20 and as high as 75, with an average of 63 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in VCU?
XFINITY Cable in VCU, Richmond, VA
Availability:
21.6%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
1,405 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 21.6% of VCU homes. Across the neighborhood, XFINITY Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,405 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 250, with an average of 90 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in VCU?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in VCU, Richmond, VA.
How VCU Compares to Its Neighbors
The 10 neighborhoods nearest to VCU that have their own pages are all within 3 miles. Among them, Swansboro has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and Monroe Ward the fewest (7.6%); VCU has 20.5%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VCU (this page) | 5,486 | 20.5% | 1,405 Mbps | 6.8 | C+ | 49/100 |
| The Fan | 14,554 | 96.5% | 1,958 Mbps | 6.7 | B+ | 66/100 |
| The Museum District | 7,271 | 97.7% | 1,920 Mbps | 6.6 | B+ | 72/100 |
| Church Hill | 4,032 | 100.0% | 1,843 Mbps | 6.6 | B+ | 59/100 |
| Creighton | 3,846 | 70.6% | 1,592 Mbps | 6.1 | B- | 44/100 |
| Old Town Manchester | 3,845 | 48.6% | 1,664 Mbps | 5.4 | C | 48/100 |
| Shockoe Bottom | 3,755 | 43.1% | 1,845 Mbps | 5.6 | C+ | 37/100 |
| Reedy Creek | 3,657 | 100.0% | 1,269 Mbps | 6.1 | B+ | 56/100 |
| Carver-Richmond | 3,490 | 66.3% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.7 | B- | 48/100 |
| Monroe Ward | 3,365 | 7.6% | 1,708 Mbps | 5.1 | C- | 39/100 |
| Swansboro | 3,197 | 100.0% | 1,576 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 61/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in VCU?
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, XFINITY from Comcast 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 VCU
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
|---|---|
| Verizon | 1,000 |
| EarthLink | 980 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for VCU Internet Providers
Based on 183 reviews from Virginia internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for VCU 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 21.6% coverage in VCU.
At a national level, based on 4603 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 VCU Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in VCU, Virginia, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | VCU 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 | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in VCU
Based on data reported by VCU ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the neighborhood are available through XFINITY from Comcast. The company offers speeds up to 2,000 Mbps in VCU. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,405 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 | VCU 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 | ||
| 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 VCU?
Of the providers in VCU, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in VCU 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 VCU, Virginia, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in VCU
| ISP / Tech Type | VCU 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 | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
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Which ISP Should You Choose in VCU?
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 VCU is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be XFINITY from Comcast. 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 VCU is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- XFINITY from Comcast, Viasat, Verizon, T-Mobile Home Internet, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in VCU, available to 21.6% 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.