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Internet Speeds in Richmond, VA

Residents of Richmond have 2 internet providers to choose from. The most popular provider is Verizon, which offers DSL, fiber and fixed wireless internet service. Over 35,427 recent tests, our research shows that Verizon customers have been getting 156 Mbps for download speeds and 88 Mbps for upload speeds. In addition to Verizon, cable and fiber internet service is also available from Xfinity.

While these are the real speeds we have been seeing in recent tests, there are many factors that affect download and upload speeds, so your actual service may differ.

Last updated on May 29, 2023
ProviderDownload SpeedUpload SpeedLatency
Verizon
DSL
Fiber
Fixed Wireless
View Details →		156 Mbps88 Mbps8 ms
Xfinity
Cable
Fiber
View Details →		116 Mbps17 Mbps14 ms
* Data from speed tests taken in the last 3 months

Internet Providers in Richmond, VA

Verizon

DSL
Fiber
Fixed Wireless

Download Speed

156Mbps

Upload Speed

88Mbps

Latency

8ms

Overview

Verizon is the most popular provider in Richmond offering DSL, fiber and fixed wireless internet service. Users have been getting 156 Mbps for download speeds and 88 Mbps for upload speeds over 35,427 recent tests.

Performance Breakdown

Verizon has the fastest average download speed, the fastest average upload speed, and the lowest latency out of all of the providers in Richmond. 24% of users saw download speeds between 250-500 Mbps, and 25% of users saw upload speeds between 100-250 Mbps.

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Recent Verizon Speed Tests in Richmond

DateDownload SpeedUpload SpeedLatency
May 28, 2023230 Mbps339 Mbps11 ms
May 28, 20236 Mbps5 Mbps12 ms
May 28, 2023459 Mbps473 Mbps8 ms
May 28, 2023869 Mbps468 Mbps9 ms
May 28, 2023293 Mbps228 Mbps14 ms
May 28, 2023267 Mbps258 Mbps12 ms
May 28, 202349 Mbps91 Mbps9 ms
May 28, 202380 Mbps65 Mbps13 ms
May 28, 2023224 Mbps281 Mbpsn/a ms
May 28, 2023595 Mbps92 Mbps10 ms

Xfinity

Cable
Fiber

Download Speed

116Mbps

Upload Speed

17Mbps

Latency

14ms

Overview

Xfinity is the 2nd most popular provider in Richmond offering cable and fiber internet service. Users have been getting 116 Mbps for download speeds and 17 Mbps for upload speeds over 30,417 recent tests.

Performance Breakdown

Xfinity has the 2nd fastest average download speed, the 2nd fastest average upload speed, and the 2nd lowest latency out of all of the providers in Richmond. 25% of users saw download speeds between 100-250 Mbps, and 52% of users saw upload speeds between 10-25 Mbps.

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Recent Xfinity Speed Tests in Richmond

DateDownload SpeedUpload SpeedLatency
May 28, 20237 Mbps6 Mbps5 ms
May 28, 2023246 Mbps24 Mbpsn/a ms
May 28, 2023118 Mbps18 Mbps9 ms
May 28, 2023232 Mbps11 Mbps13 ms
May 28, 2023427 Mbps11 Mbps15 ms
May 28, 2023178 Mbps22 Mbps14 ms
May 28, 2023218 Mbps36 Mbps15 ms
May 28, 2023386 Mbps15 Mbps16 ms
May 28, 202389 Mbps1 Mbps18 ms
May 28, 2023119 Mbps18 Mbps14 ms

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Frequently Asked Questions

What internet providers are available in Richmond, VA?

Verizon and Xfinity currently operate in Richmond.

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

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

What is the fastest internet provider in Richmond, 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 Richmond are getting, Verizon provides the fastest download speeds and Verizon provides the fastest upload speeds.

Is there fiber internet in Richmond, VA?

Verizon and Xfinity provide fiber internet in Richmond.