Best Internet Providers in Washington, DC
All 13 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Washington, DC
Washington has 13 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, DSL, Fiber, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Washington.
Ranks compare Washington with the 60 US metropolitan cities (1,000,000+ people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Washington, DC at a Glance
Washington Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Fixed Wireless
Verizon
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Fixed Wireless
XFINITY
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
T-Mobile Home Internet
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this city 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 Washington ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Washington, DC?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Washington based on 22 District of Columbia 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 Washington?
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 Washington
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fiber coverage map
- Cox - cable coverage map
- Astound Broadband - cable coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Glo Fiber - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- Starry - fixed wireless coverage map
- XFINITY - fiber coverage map
- DC Access - fixed wireless coverage map
- Believe Wireless - fixed wireless coverage map
- Virginia Broadband - fixed wireless coverage map
- All Points Broadband - fixed wireless coverage map
How Washington Compares to Places Its Size
Washington's report card score is tied 44th of 60 and its connectivity index is 2nd of 60.
| Measure | Washington | Rank among US metropolitan cities (1,000,000+ people) | District of Columbia | District of Columbia | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 87.3% | 16th of 60 | 86.2% | 86.2% | 71.5% | Bronx, NY (98.1%) |
| Average top speed | 2,156 Mbps | 55th of 60 | 2,025 Mbps | 2,025 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Salt Lake City, UT (7,550 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 6.1 | Tied 50th of 60 | 7.7 | 7.7 | 7.1 | San Jose, CA (10.3) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.8 | Tied 11th of 60 | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.7 | Riverside, CA (3.3) |
| Workers who work from home | 25% | Tied 3rd of 60 | 32% | 32% | 15% | Austin, TX (27%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 98% | Tied 1st of 60 | 97% | 97% | 96% | Tied with Austin, TX and Dallas, TX and 7 more |
| Homes with internet | 95% | Tied 2nd of 60 | 91% | 91% | 91% | San Jose, CA (96%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 84% | Tied 2nd of 60 | 80% | 80% | 76% | San Jose, CA (85%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 90% | Tied 1st of 60 | 85% | 85% | 81% | Tied with San Jose, CA |
| Median household income | $142,073 | 3rd of 60 | $126,902 | $126,902 | $93,246 | San Jose, CA ($168,376) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 17% | Tied 5th of 60 | 16% | 16% | 16% | Fresno, CA (20%) |
Fiber reaches 87.3% of homes in Washington, against 86.2% across District of Columbia and 86.2% across District of Columbia. Households in Washington are larger than the US average (2.8 people against 2.7); 25% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $142,073 (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 Washington
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Washington?
EarthLink Fiber in Washington, DC
Availability:
85.1%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
1,712 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 85.1% of Washington homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 1,712 Mbps, with speeds from 30 Mpbs up to 2,300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 20 and as high as 2,300, with an average of 1,672 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Washington from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Verizon Fiber in Washington, DC
Availability:
85.1%
Customer Rating:
(452)
Avg. Download Speed
1,712 Mbps
Verizon offers Fiber service to 85.1% of Washington homes. Across the city, Verizon Fiber has speeds up to 1,712 Mbps, with speeds from 30 Mpbs up to 2,300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 20 and as high as 2,300, with an average of 1,672 Mbps throughout the city. Verizon Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Washington from Verizon in terms of customer satisfaction.
XFINITY Fiber in Washington, DC
Availability:
1.6%
Customer Rating:
(298)
Avg. Download Speed
1,762 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Fiber service to 1.6% of Washington homes. Across the city, XFINITY Fiber has speeds up to 1,762 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 1,035 Mbps throughout the city. XFINITY Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Washington from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Glo Fiber in Washington, DC
Availability:
1.5%
Customer Rating:
(33)
Avg. Download Speed
8,000 Mbps
Glo Fiber offers Fiber service to 1.5% of Washington homes. Across the city, Glo Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Washington?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Washington, DC
Availability:
93.8%
Customer Rating:
(341)
Avg. Download Speed
71 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 93.8% of Washington homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 71 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 13 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Washington, DC
Availability:
81.1%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
52 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 81.1% of Washington homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 52 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 150 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 100, with an average of 9.2 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Washington, DC
Availability:
81.1%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
52 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 81.1% of Washington homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 52 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 9.2 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Washington, DC
Availability:
45.4%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
346 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 45.4% of Washington homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 346 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 25 Mbps throughout the city.
Starry Fixed Wireless in Washington, DC
Availability:
8.3%
Customer Rating:
(25)
Avg. Download Speed
383 Mbps
Starry offers Fixed Wireless service to 8.3% of Washington homes. Across the city, Starry Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 383 Mbps, with speeds from 200 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 50 and as high as 500, with an average of 115 Mbps throughout the city.
Believe Wireless Fixed Wireless in Washington, DC
Availability:
2.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
62 Mbps
Believe Wireless offers Fixed Wireless service to 2.6% of Washington homes. Across the city, Believe Wireless Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 62 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 1,000, with an average of 12 Mbps throughout the city.
All Points Broadband Fixed Wireless in Washington, DC
Availability:
2.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
11 Mbps
All Points Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 2.2% of Washington homes. Across the city, All Points Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 11 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 200 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 200, with an average of 1.4 Mbps throughout the city.
Virginia Broadband Fixed Wireless in Washington, DC
Availability:
1.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
93 Mbps
Virginia Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 1.3% of Washington homes. Across the city, Virginia Broadband 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 5.0 and as high as 25, with an average of 23 Mbps throughout the city.
DC Access Fixed Wireless in Washington, DC
Availability:
1.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
200 Mbps
DC Access offers Fixed Wireless service to 1.2% of Washington homes. Across the city, DC Access Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 200 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Washington?
XFINITY Cable in Washington, DC
Availability:
78.8%
Customer Rating:
(2074)
Avg. Download Speed
1,867 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 78.8% of Washington homes. Across the city, XFINITY Cable has speeds up to 1,867 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 557 Mbps throughout the city. XFINITY Cable is rated the same as other types of internet service available in Washington from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Cox Cable in Washington, DC
Availability:
19.1%
Customer Rating:
(399)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Cox Communications offers Cable service to 19.1% of Washington homes. Across the city, Cox Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,000 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 500, with an average of 57 Mbps throughout the city.
Astound Broadband Cable in Washington, DC
Availability:
13.2%
Customer Rating:
(96)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Cable service to 13.2% of Washington homes. Across the city, Astound Broadband Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Washington?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Washington, DC.
Internet in Washington by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 25.4% of homes in Foggy Bottom to 100.0% in Woodridge; by ZIP code, from 37.9% in 20037 to 100.0% in 20015. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Washington
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anacostia | 96,607 | 82.9% | 1,992 Mbps | 7.2 | B | 49/100 |
| Capitol Hill | 43,070 | 88.2% | 2,009 Mbps | 8.1 | B+ | 71/100 |
| Columbia Heights | 35,161 | 92.4% | 2,136 Mbps | 8.8 | B+ | 71/100 |
| Deanwood | 33,141 | 98.6% | 1,993 Mbps | 7.4 | B+ | 47/100 |
| Brentwood | 29,760 | 91.8% | 2,086 Mbps | 7.2 | B+ | 63/100 |
| Catholic University-Brookland | 27,537 | 85.6% | 1,984 Mbps | 7.2 | B | 68/100 |
| Petworth | 25,113 | 96.7% | 2,164 Mbps | 7.6 | B+ | 78/100 |
| Brightwood | 22,684 | 93.8% | 2,156 Mbps | 7.4 | B+ | 56/100 |
| Chevy Chase | 21,760 | 87.8% | 1,964 Mbps | 7.8 | B+ | 69/100 |
| Fort Totten-Upper Northeast | 21,598 | 98.0% | 2,184 Mbps | 7.6 | A- | 71/100 |
| Au-Tenleytown | 19,873 | 80.6% | 1,802 Mbps | 6.7 | B- | 86/100 |
| Foggy Bottom | 18,268 | 25.4% | 1,906 Mbps | 6.8 | C+ | 72/100 |
| Adams Morgan | 17,185 | 87.3% | 2,053 Mbps | 8.7 | B+ | 74/100 |
| South West | 16,447 | 75.4% | 1,940 Mbps | 7.4 | B | 65/100 |
| Georgetown | 16,220 | 54.5% | 1,820 Mbps | 7.3 | B- | 76/100 |
| Dupont Circle | 15,481 | 86.8% | 2,081 Mbps | 8.9 | B+ | 76/100 |
| Logan Circle | 15,265 | 76.7% | 2,036 Mbps | 8.2 | B | 73/100 |
| Shaw | 14,594 | 89.6% | 2,037 Mbps | 7.9 | B+ | 68/100 |
| Stadium-Armory | 14,476 | 98.3% | 2,101 Mbps | 8.3 | A- | 67/100 |
| Stanton Park | 14,353 | 99.2% | 2,002 Mbps | 8.6 | A- | 73/100 |
| U Street Corridor | 13,767 | 97.6% | 2,037 Mbps | 8.6 | A- | 73/100 |
| Glover Park | 13,339 | 88.3% | 1,970 Mbps | 8.6 | B+ | 64/100 |
| Congress Heights | 12,572 | 77.9% | 1,955 Mbps | 7 | B | 44/100 |
| Mount Pleasant | 11,803 | 90.1% | 2,019 Mbps | 8.4 | B+ | 78/100 |
| Ledroit Park | 11,665 | 76.2% | 2,086 Mbps | 7 | B | 73/100 |
| Cleveland Park | 11,506 | 91.5% | 1,996 Mbps | 8.6 | B+ | 77/100 |
| Mt Vernon Square | 9,867 | 85.5% | 2,032 Mbps | 8.3 | B+ | 75/100 |
| Downtown | 9,179 | 65.3% | 1,972 Mbps | 7.3 | B- | 68/100 |
| Woodley Park | 8,315 | 93.5% | 2,073 Mbps | 8.2 | B+ | 77/100 |
| Hill East | 7,767 | 98.3% | 2,084 Mbps | 7.7 | A- | 76/100 |
| Lincoln Park | 7,763 | 88.2% | 2,020 Mbps | 8.2 | B+ | 75/100 |
| Barnaby Woods | 7,761 | 100.0% | 1,939 Mbps | 6.9 | A- | 87/100 |
| Michigan Park | 6,310 | 100.0% | 2,181 Mbps | 7.6 | A- | 75/100 |
| Brookland | 6,215 | 95.6% | 2,073 Mbps | 7.7 | B+ | 82/100 |
| Fairlawn | 5,817 | 98.7% | 1,999 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 63/100 |
| Takoma Park | 4,615 | 100.0% | 2,249 Mbps | 7.2 | A- | 90/100 |
| Woodridge | 3,678 | 100.0% | 2,075 Mbps | 7.3 | A- | 60/100 |
| The Palisades | 3,293 | 100.0% | 1,956 Mbps | 7.6 | A- | 92/100 |
ZIP codes in Washington
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20002 | 69,350 | 94.0% | 2,049 Mbps | 7.9 | B+ | 71/100 |
| 20011 | 66,882 | 94.8% | 2,161 Mbps | 7.5 | B+ | 72/100 |
| 20019 | 59,606 | 92.9% | 1,996 Mbps | 7.4 | B+ | 52/100 |
| 20009 | 53,558 | 92.2% | 2,063 Mbps | 8.9 | B+ | 73/100 |
| 20020 | 51,611 | 86.8% | 1,989 Mbps | 7 | B | 51/100 |
| 20001 | 48,689 | 88.0% | 2,045 Mbps | 7.8 | B+ | 71/100 |
| 20032 | 38,904 | 72.3% | 1,980 Mbps | 7 | B- | 46/100 |
| 20003 | 36,783 | 89.3% | 1,995 Mbps | 8 | B+ | 73/100 |
| 20016 | 35,089 | 86.1% | 1,889 Mbps | 7.3 | B | 79/100 |
| 20010 | 33,283 | 95.9% | 2,123 Mbps | 8.6 | A- | 72/100 |
| 20008 | 30,001 | 86.5% | 2,004 Mbps | 8.2 | B+ | 74/100 |
| 20007 | 26,781 | 80.6% | 1,855 Mbps | 7.6 | B | 74/100 |
| 20018 | 20,508 | 94.4% | 2,099 Mbps | 7.5 | B+ | 53/100 |
| 20017 | 20,413 | 96.2% | 2,156 Mbps | 7.7 | B+ | 73/100 |
| 20015 | 16,661 | 100.0% | 1,914 Mbps | 7.4 | A- | 80/100 |
| 20024 | 15,868 | 74.9% | 1,937 Mbps | 7.5 | B | 65/100 |
| 20012 | 15,493 | 100.0% | 2,198 Mbps | 7.4 | A- | 58/100 |
| 20037 | 14,102 | 37.9% | 1,926 Mbps | 7 | B- | 75/100 |
| 20005 | 12,842 | 60.1% | 2,053 Mbps | 7.8 | B | 73/100 |
| 20036 | 6,403 | 75.4% | 2,111 Mbps | 8.2 | B | 76/100 |
| 20057 | 4,091 | 0.0% | 25 Mbps | 0 | F | 49/100 |
| 20052 | 3,519 | 0.0% | 25 Mbps | 0 | F | 39/100 |
| 20006 | 2,285 | 30.6% | 1,966 Mbps | 6.8 | C+ | 73/100 |
| 20064 | 1,914 | 0.0% | 25 Mbps | 2 | F | 64/100 |
| 20004 | 1,873 | 62.1% | 1,997 Mbps | 7.2 | B- | 73/100 |
| 20059 | 1,700 | 0.0% | 25 Mbps | 0 | F | 45/100 |
| 20317 | 658 | 0.0% | 1,481 Mbps | 3.7 | D | 18/100 |
| 20373 | 396 | 0.0% | 25 Mbps | 0 | F | 72/100 |
| 20319 | 177 | 59.3% | 2,000 Mbps | 5.7 | C+ | 62/100 |
| 20223 | 51 | 0.0% | 1,200 Mbps | 4 | D | 75/100 |
| 20422 | 47 | 0.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 4 | D+ | 18/100 |
| 20045 | 7 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 6 | B+ | 71/100 |
How Washington Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Washington that have their own pages are all within 5 miles, all in Maryland and Virginia. Among them, Cottage City, MD has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and Fort Myer, VA the fewest (37.1%); Washington has 87.3%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington metro area (this page) | 6,278,542 | 87.3% | 2,156 Mbps | 6.1 | B | 86/100 |
| Arlington, VA | 236,727 | 94.2% | 2,066 Mbps | 6.6 | B+ | 77/100 |
| Chillum, MD | 31,268 | 92.5% | 2,273 Mbps | 6.1 | B | 77/100 |
| Takoma Park, MD | 27,790 | 96.9% | 2,227 Mbps | 6.9 | B+ | 87/100 |
| Mount Rainier, MD | 9,660 | 98.2% | 2,272 Mbps | 5.7 | B | 68/100 |
| Brentwood, MD | 3,967 | 100.0% | 2,288 Mbps | 6 | B+ | 61/100 |
| Edmonston, MD | 2,144 | 99.0% | 2,297 Mbps | 4.1 | B | 88/100 |
| Colmar Manor, MD | 1,587 | 100.0% | 2,300 Mbps | 6.2 | B+ | 92/100 |
| Cottage City, MD | 1,335 | 100.0% | 2,132 Mbps | 6.6 | A- | 75/100 |
| Fort Myer, VA | 1,021 | 37.1% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.3 | C | 83/100 |
| North Brentwood, MD | 649 | 100.0% | 2,300 Mbps | 6.1 | B+ | 65/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Washington?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Verizon. 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 Washington
| Glo Fiber | 8,000 |
|---|---|
| Verizon | 2,300 |
| EarthLink | 2,300 |
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| Cox Communications | 2,000 |
| Astound Broadband | 1,500 |
| Starry | 1,000 |
| Believe Wireless | 1,000 |
| All Points Broadband | 1,000 |
| DC Access | 200 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| Virginia Broadband | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Washington Internet Providers
Based on 22 reviews from District of Columbia internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Washington residents. AT&T was rated at an average of 5.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet wins for second-place in District of Columbia, with 5.00 out of 5 stars and 93.8% coverage in Washington.
At a national level, based on 5227 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.01 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Washington Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Washington, District of Columbia, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Washington Overall | District of Columbia Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (8) | (8) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T |  (1) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Starry | (1) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (1) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (5) | (6) | (2374) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (5) | (5) | (120) | View Plans | ||
| Glo Fiber | (0) | (0) | (33) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (0) | (0) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| All Points Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Believe Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Virginia Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| DC Access | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Washington
Based on data reported by Washington ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through XFINITY from Comcast. The company offers speeds up to 2,000 Mbps in Washington. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,868 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 Verizon. This indicates Verizon reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Washington Speed | District of Columbia Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon |  (8) | (8) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (5) | (6) | (2374) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (1) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Starry | (1) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (1) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (5) | (5) | (120) | View Plans | ||
| Glo Fiber | (0) | (0) | (33) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (0) | (0) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| All Points Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Believe Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Virginia Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| DC Access | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Washington?
Of the providers in Washington, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Washington where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across District of Columbia 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 5.00 out of 5 for price, which is much higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. XFINITY from Comcast is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Washington, District of Columbia, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Washington
| ISP / Tech Type | Washington Affordability | District of Columbia Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XFINITY | (5) | (6) | (2374) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (1) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Starry | (1) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (1) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (5) | (5) | (120) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (8) | (8) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| Glo Fiber | (0) | (0) | (33) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
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Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in District of Columbia
Customer Reviews
A Washington, DC Customer
Starry Fixed Wireless
May 10, 2026 A Washington, DC Customer
Verizon Fiber
March 29, 2026 Keith C
Verizon Fiber
March 19, 2026 I think we pay too much for internet service through Verizon Fios, but then I think lots of things are getting more expensive too. I will say that the speed I have access too is better than most places I've lived. Even when I'm downloading videos, the load time is very quick and I don't experience much lagging. This is also huge whenever I need to have a Zoom meeting or something where there's streaming video. I wish there were more ways to save or receive discounts for being a loyal customer with Verizon, but overall the product is pretty good.
Kirk F
AT&T Fiber
December 02, 2025 AT&T offers stable broadband service in Washington and it is always high-speed, but during peak hours it may slow. They have prompt customer care services, yet their prices are not competitive as compared to other local providers.
A Washington, DC Customer
Verizon Fiber
October 21, 2025 Verizon Fios has been consistently excellent for our household. The speeds are incredibly reliable, which is essential with multiple family members often streaming, gaming, and doing remote work simultaneously. We've experienced very few outages, which contributes significantly to our overall satisfaction. While the monthly cost is a bit higher than some competitors, the robust performance and stability make it well worth the investment for our needs.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Washington?
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 Washington is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be XFINITY from Comcast. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Verizon may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Washington is AT&T.
- Viasat, Verizon, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Washington, available to 95.6% 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.