Best internet providers in Washington D.C.
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Last updated: March 11, 2026
Internet in D.C. starts at $30.00/mo. for up to 300 Mbps. Find top speeds up to 2,300 Mbps from Verizon Fios, Xfinity and Astound. Our experts help you compare and choose the best plan for your home.
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VERIZON 5G: Price guarantee for 3-5 years, depending on internet plan, for new and existing myHome customers. 5G Home plan at $35/mo., 5G Home Plus plan at $45/mo. or 5G Home Ultimate plan at $60/mo. when combined with postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband. Auto Pay & paper-free billing req’d. Mobile + Home Discount: $15/mo savings on Verizon Home Internet plans when combined with any Verizon postpaid mobile phone plan (excludes business and data-only plans). Availability varies. Subject to credit approval. © 2026 Verizon. Updated as of 03/11/26.
VERIZON FIOS: Price guarantee for 3-5 years, depending on the internet plan, for new and existing myHome customers. Auto Pay & paper-free billing required. Mobile + Home Discount: $15/mo savings on Verizon Home Internet plans when combined with any Verizon postpaid mobile phone plan (excludes business and data-only plans). Enrollment req’d for Fios Home Internet plans. $99 setup and other terms apply. Subj. to credit approval & may require a deposit. Fios avail. in select areas. Wired speeds advertised. Wireless speeds may vary due to device limits, multiple users, network & other factors. See Verizon.com/yourspeed for more info. © 2026 Verizon.
Key takeaways
- Astound and Xfinity offer the cheapest internet in Washington, D.C., starting at $30.00 – $40.00/mo.
- Verizon Fios is one of the most available internet providers in Washington, D.C., offering both fast fiber and good price deals
- Internet in D.C. is powered by six main providers, with options varying by address
Fastest internet in Washington D.C.
Most of Washington, D.C., has access to internet speeds well above the broadband minimum standard of 100 Mbps; however, the district lacks super-fast internet speeds beyond 2 Gbps. Still, gigabit internet from the fastest D.C. internet service providers (ISPs) should be plenty for the average household’s streaming, gaming and browsing needs.
| Provider | Starting price* | Download speed | Connection type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon Fios | $94.99/mo.** with mobile plan | 2,300 Mbps | Fiber |
| Xfinity | $100.00/mo. | 2,000 Mbps | Fiber |
| Astound | $60.00/mo. | 1,500 Mbps | Cable/fiber |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Updated as of 03/11/26.
**Price guarantee for 3-5 years, depending on the internet plan, for new and existing myHome customers. Auto Pay & paper-free billing required. Mobile + Home Discount: $15/mo savings on Verizon Home Internet plans when combined with any Verizon postpaid mobile phone plan (excludes business and data-only plans). Enrollment req’d for Fios Home Internet plans. $99 setup and other terms apply. Subj. to credit approval & may require a deposit. Fios avail. in select areas. Wired speeds advertised. Wireless speeds may vary due to device limits, multiple users, network & other factors. See Verizon.com/yourspeed for more info. © 2026 Verizon.
Cheapest internet in Washington D.C.
Cheap internet plans in Washington, D.C., start at $30.00/mo. from Astound, not including equipment and installation fees. The least expensive plans in D.C. will have speeds under 500 Mbps, which can support up to five users with average internet use. The speed you need may be greater if you have more people or bandwidth needs in your household.
| Provider | Starting price* | Download speed | Connection type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astound | $30.00/mo. | 300 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon Fios | $34.99/mo.** with mobile plan | 300 Mbps | Fiber |
| Xfinity | $40.00/mo. | 300 Mbps | Cable |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Updated as of 03/11/26.
**Price guarantee for 3-5 years, depending on the internet plan, for new and existing myHome customers. Auto Pay & paper-free billing required. Mobile + Home Discount: $15/mo savings on Verizon Home Internet plans when combined with any Verizon postpaid mobile phone plan (excludes business and data-only plans). Enrollment req’d for Fios Home Internet plans. $99 setup and other terms apply. Subj. to credit approval & may require a deposit. Fios avail. in select areas. Wired speeds advertised. Wireless speeds may vary due to device limits, multiple users, network & other factors. See Verizon.com/yourspeed for more info. © 2026 Verizon.
Washington D.C. internet provider comparison
| Provider | Starting price* | Download speed range | Connection type | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity | $40.00/mo. | 300 – 2,000 Mbps | Cable, fiber | 99% |
| Verizon | $34.99/mo.** with mobile plan | 25 – 2,300 Mbps | Fiber, 5G | 89% |
| T-Mobile 5G Home Internet | $30.00/mo.*** w/ Autopay and voice line. Plus taxes & fees | 87 – 498 Mbps | 5G | 89% |
| Astound | $30.00/mo. | 300 – 1,500 Mbps | Cable/fiber | 63% |
| dc access | $49.99/mo. | 25 – 75 Mbps | DSL | 11% |
| Starlink | $50.00/mo. | 100 – 400 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Hughesnet | $39.99/mo. | 25 – 100 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Updated as of 03/11/26.
**Price guarantee for 3-5 years, depending on the internet plan, for new and existing myHome customers. Auto Pay & paper-free billing required. Mobile + Home Discount: $15/mo savings on Verizon Home Internet plans when combined with any Verizon postpaid mobile phone plan (excludes business and data-only plans). Enrollment req’d for Fios Home Internet plans. $99 setup and other terms apply. Subj. to credit approval & may require a deposit. Fios avail. in select areas. Wired speeds advertised. Wireless speeds may vary due to device limits, multiple users, network & other factors. See Verizon.com/yourspeed for more info. © 2026 Verizon.
***Savings with $20 in monthly bill credits. Limited-time; subject to change. Qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required. If you have cancelled Internet lines in past 90 days, you may need to reactivate them first. Credits may take up to 2 bill cycles; credits will stop if you cancel any lines or change plans. Limit 1/account. May not be combined with some offers or discounts.
How we review internet in Washington D.C.
Our methodology
We evaluate broadband providers in four categories: affordability, performance, value and customer satisfaction. Each category contains multiple sub-factors, all of which are weighted differently to impact the provider’s overall score.
For each sub-factor, we score all providers on a continuous scale of one to five, relative to the industry as a whole. Because the average download speed in America is currently 290 Mbps, for example, we assigned all plans with download speeds between 100 and 299 Mbps a score between three and four. Xfinity’s 200 Mbps plan received a 3.50 score for download speed, while Spectrum’s 500 Mbps plan got a 3.71.
We only considered standardized data points in our scoring system. More abstract data like consistency of service and brand reputation is still part of our analysis, but we opted to let our writers address them in the context of each review.
Washington D.C. internet provider breakdowns
Plans starting at
$40.00 /mo.
Speeds up to
2,000 Mbps
Overview
Xfinity offers service for $40.00/mo. to $100.00/mo., with speeds from 300 to 2,000 Mbps. Xfinity covers 99% of D.C. You can bundle with Xfinity to get up to a $60.00/mo. discount, depending on how many products you bundle.
Plans starting at
$34.99 /mo.
Speeds up to
2,300 Mbps
Overview
Verizon offers both fiber and 5G coverage of D.C., with a combined 89% coverage. 5G plans range from 25 – 1,000 Mbps, while Verizon Fios has plans from 300 – 2,300 Mbps available.
Plans starting at
$30.00 /mo.
Speeds up to
498 Mbps
Overview
T-Mobile has three internet plans available, with speeds up to 498 Mbps. Prices start at $30.00/mo. T-Mobile is also available to 89% of D.C., so you are just as likely to have coverage from T-Mobile as you are to have Verizon at your address.
Plans starting at
$50.00 /mo.
Speeds up to
400 Mbps
Overview
Starlink’s residential internet plans can reach up to 400 Mbps in download speed, while upload speeds are much slower at 10 – 20 Mbps.
Washington D.C. internet customer reviews
install and moving process was difficult switched service from old residence to new apt took a full day to get someone who could help
2/5
Starry has been amazing! Service has been stellar, and the one time I had issues with my router they sent a technician quickly to do a swap. 10/10
5/5
3/5
Washington D.C. internet assistance
Residents in the District of Columbia can find help with monthly internet costs from Lifeline or several ISPs.
- Lifeline can help eligible households save up to $9.25/mo. on internet or phone services
- Xfinity Internet Essentials and Internet First from Astound offer internet from $9.95/mo. for qualifying low-income households
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What speed do you need?
Before choosing your internet plan, consider what speed you need for your everyday activities. A 100 to 300 Mbps plan will keep a small household with one to two users online. In a smart home with four or more heavy internet users, try out a 500+ Mbps plan.
Gamers and work-from-home users in large households should consider at least 800 to 1,000 Mbps, since these activities require sufficient download and upload speeds. Always consider the speed you need before buying an internet plan to ensure you aren’t overpaying for speed you don’t need.
The future of internet in Washington D.C.
Internet access in the District of Columbia will continue to grow, thanks to the $100 million in federal funds from the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) Program.
Additionally, fixed wireless internet is scaling rapidly with the help of D.C.’s Community Internet Program. This program allows any ISP to utilize D.C.-owned buildings for antenna placement, given that the provider grants high-speed connectivity to eligible area residents at a reduced cost.
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Washington D.C. internet FAQs
What is the cheapest internet in Washington D.C.?
Astound offers the cheapest internet service at $30.00/mo., and eligible residents can apply for subsidized internet service that costs even less.
What is the fastest internet in D.C.?
Xfinity and Verizon Fios have the fastest internet in D.C.
Is fiber internet available in Washington D.C.?
Yes, Verizon Fios offers fiber-to-the-home at up to 2.3 Gbps in the D.C. area.
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