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Best Internet Providers in Amherst, VA

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Top 13 Internet Service Providers in Amherst, VA

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1. AT&T

14.9% Available
Download speeds up to:
300 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 47.00/mo *
**Price is per month, plus taxes. Price after discounts: $13/mo w/elig wireless svc. and $5/mo w/elig Autopay & Paperless bill. Discounts start w/in 2 bills. In rare cases, if your usage is contributing to congestion on the network, AT&T will greatly reduce your speed for a min. of 30 min. See offer details
14.9% Available

2. Xfinity

35.4% Available
Download speeds up to:
1.2 Gbps Cable
Prices Starting At 30.00/mo
35.4% Available

3. Viasat

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
150 Mbps Satellite
100% Available

4. T-Mobile Home Internet

19.5% Available
Download speeds from:
87 - 415 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
*With AutoPay, taxes and fees included.

Rely plans can experience faster speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 87 Mbps– 318 Mbps. All-In and Amplified Internet plans can experience faster speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 133 Mbps – 415 Mbps. 25% of our customers see speeds below and 25% see speeds above these ranges. Mobile 5G Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks.

19.5% Available

5. Verizon

19.1% Available
Download speeds up to:
300 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo
19.1% Available

6. EarthLink

17.5% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 39.95/mo
17.5% Available

7. HughesNet

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 49.99/mo
100% Available

8. Verizon

92.2% Available
Download speeds up to:
10 Mbps DSL
Prices Starting At 40.00/mo
92.2% Available

9. XNET WiFi

22.6% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 150 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 52.00/mo
22.6% Available

10. UScellular

42.3% Available
Download speeds up to:
25 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
*$60 without Auto Pay And Paperless Billing Discount
42.3% Available

11. Firefly Fiber Broadband

43.1% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps Fiber
Prices Starting At 49.99/mo
43.1% Available

12. Starlink

100% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 220 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo
100% Available

13. Seiontec Systems

91.9% Available
Download speeds up to:
200 Mbps Fixed Wireless
91.9% Available

Best Internet Providers in Amherst

If you live in Amherst, VA, and need internet, you should check out fiber internet first. Firefly Fiber Broadband offers fiber service here. They have fast speeds, up to 1 Gbps, and their plans start at $49.99 per month.

Cable internet is also a great choice. In Amherst, Xfinity is your go-to provider for cable. They cover 35.2% of the area and offer speeds up to 1.2 Gbps. Their plans start at a budget-friendly $30 per month.

You might also consider wireless internet, like 5G home internet. EarthLink offers 5G service in Amherst. Their coverage is 17.5%, with a top speed of 100 Mbps. The service cost starts from $39.95 per month.

Each type of connection has its benefits, so think about what works best for you when choosing.

Internet Provider Store Locations in Amherst

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Average download speed in Amherst:

6 Mbps

Based on 388 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Amherst

  1. AT&T - 5g internet up to 300 Mbps
  2. Xfinity - Fast download speeds in Amherst and most Cable availability
  3. Viasat - Most internet coverage in Amherst
  4. T-Mobile Home Internet - 5g internet up to 415 Mbps
  5. Verizon - Most DSL availability
  6. EarthLink - 5g internet up to 100 Mbps
  7. HughesNet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL
  8. Verizon - Most DSL availability
  9. XNET WiFi - Fixed wireless up to 150 Mbps
  10. UScellular - Fixed wireless up to 25 Mbps
  11. Firefly Fiber Broadband - Most Fiber availability
  12. Starlink - Widely available
  13. Seiontec Systems - Fixed wireless up to 200 Mbps

Fastest Internet Providers in Amherst

How Much Speed Do I Need?

25+ Mbps

  • Web Surfing & Email
  • HD Streaming
  • Supports 1-2 Devices
  • Ideal for 1-2 people

100+ Mbps

  • Ultra HD (4K) Streaming
  • Low Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports 3-5 Devices
  • Ideal for 2-6 people

1 Gig

  • Multi 4K HD Streaming
  • No Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports more than 5 Devices
  • Ideal for 6+ people

An Overview of Internet Providers in Amherst By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
Xfinity Cable 2 Gbps 35%
Verizon DSL 15 Mbps 92%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
AT&T 5G Internet 300 Mbps 15%
UScellular Fixed Wireless 195 Mbps 42%
Firefly Fiber Broadband Fiber 1 Gbps 43%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 415 Mbps 19%
Verizon 5G Internet 300 Mbps 19%
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps 17%
Seiontec Systems Fixed Wireless 200 Mbps 92%
XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 150 Mbps 23%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 100 Mbps 19%
Verizon DSL 10 Mbps 92%

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Internet Availability by Connection Type in Amherst

Internet service providers in Amherst use different methods for connecting their customers to the web. Connection types matter, so choose wisely. Fiber is generally the fastest and most reliable option, followed by cable, DSL and 5G home internet.

Fiber - 37%
Cable - 1%
DSL - 1%

What is Mbps?

Mbps is the abbreviation for megabits per second, and it also appears written as Mbits/sec. Internet providers use megabits per second to measure speeds. Broadband speeds are 25 Mbps or faster. Learn more about Mbps.

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Free Wireless Internet Access in Amherst, VA

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100 Goodwin Street
Amherst, VA 24521
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224 Second Street
Amherst, VA 24521
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200 Richmond Highway
Amherst, VA 24521
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199 Ambriar Plaza
Amherst, VA 24521
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177 East Monitor Road
Amherst, VA 24521
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113 Taylor Street
Amherst, VA 24521
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210 Main Street
Amherst, VA 24521
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224 Second Street
Amherst, VA 24521
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515 South Main Street
Amherst, VA 24521
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897 South Main Street
Amherst, VA 24521

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