Internet Speeds in Amherst, VA

In Amherst there are 3 internet service providers, with Verizon being the most popular. Verizon offers DSL internet service. In recent tests, Verizon customers had an average download speed of 1 Mbps and an average upload speed of 0 Mbps. In addition to Verizon, Xfinity and CenturyLink offer cable and DSL internet service.

While our research has shown these to be the real speeds that users experience, there are many factors that can affect the actual download and upload speeds you will encounter. These may include the type of internet connection you have, the distance between your device and the router, the number of users on the network, and the strength of the signal.

Last updated on March 18, 2024
ProviderDownload SpeedUpload SpeedLatency
Verizon
DSL
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1 Mbps1 Mbps63 ms
Xfinity
Cable
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182 Mbps29 Mbps13 ms
CenturyLink
DSL
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156 Mbps186 Mbps4 ms
* Data from speed tests taken in the last 3 months

Internet Providers in Amherst, VA

Verizon

DSL

Download Speed

1Mbps

Upload Speed

1Mbps

Latency

63ms

Overview

Verizon is the most popular provider in Amherst offering DSL internet service. Users have been getting 1 Mbps for download speeds and 1 Mbps for upload speeds over 6 recent tests.

Performance Breakdown

Verizon has the 3rd fastest average download speed, the 3rd fastest average upload speed, and the 3rd lowest latency out of all of the providers in Amherst. 100% of users saw download speeds slower than 10 Mbps, and 100% of users saw upload speeds slower than 5 Mbps.

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Xfinity

Cable

Download Speed

182Mbps

Upload Speed

29Mbps

Latency

13ms

Overview

Xfinity is the 2nd most popular provider in Amherst offering cable internet service. Users have been getting 182 Mbps for download speeds and 29 Mbps for upload speeds over 5 recent tests.

Performance Breakdown

Xfinity has the fastest average download speed, the 2nd fastest average upload speed, and the 2nd lowest latency out of all of the providers in Amherst. 40% of users saw download speeds between 100-250 Mbps, and 75% of users saw upload speeds between 25-50 Mbps.

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Recent Xfinity Speed Tests in Amherst

DateDownload SpeedUpload SpeedLatency
March 7, 202414 Mbps29 Mbps13 ms
March 6, 2024288 Mbps35 Mbps5 ms

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Frequently Asked Questions

What internet providers are available in Amherst, VA?

Verizon, Xfinity and CenturyLink currently operate in Amherst.

What is the most popular internet provider in Amherst, VA?

Verizon is currently the most popular internet provider in Amherst based on the number of speed tests in the last 3 months.

What is the fastest internet provider in Amherst, VA?

The fastest internet provider for you is going to differ based on your needs, and which providers actually serve your home. However, when it comes to the real speeds users in Amherst are getting, Xfinity provides the fastest download and upload speeds.

Is there fiber internet in Amherst, VA?

There are no providers currently offering fiber internet in Amherst.