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Internet providers in Amherst, VA

T-Mobile Home Internet.
26% available in Amherst
Connection:
5G Home
Download speeds up to
245Mbps

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Starlink
99% available in Amherst
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
220Mbps

User Rating(181)
Xfinity
80% available in Amherst
Connection:
Cable
Download speeds up to
2000Mbps

Enjoy Netflix, Peacock, and Apple TV+ for $15/month when added to your Xfinity Internet or Xfinity TV subscription.

King Street Wireless
99% available in Amherst
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
1Mbps
Comcast Business
99% available in Amherst
Connection:
Cable
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps

User Rating(50)
SEGRA
79% available in Amherst
Connection:
Fiber
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
Mint
Available in Amherst
Connection:
Mobile
Mint
4GLTE Speeds may vary

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Available in Amherst
Connection:
Mobile
Visible
4GLTE Speeds may vary

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Tello Mobile
75% available in Amherst
Connection:
Mobile
Tello Mobile
4GLTE Speeds may vary

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Xfinity Mobile
Available in Amherst
Connection:
Mobile
Xfinity Mobile
4GLTE Speeds may vary

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AT&T Wireless
69% available in Amherst
Connection:
Mobile
AT&T Wireless
4GLTE Speeds may vary

User Rating
Verizon Wireless
99% available in Amherst
Connection:
Mobile
Verizon Wireless
4GLTE Speeds may vary

User Rating

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0–5 Mbps

Works for:

  • Checking email
  • Streaming music on one device
  • Searching on Google

5–40 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming video on one device
  • Video calling with Skype or FaceTime
  • Online gaming for one player

40–100 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming HD video on a few devices
  • Multiplayer online gaming
  • Downloading large files

100–500 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming video in UHD on multiple screens
  • Downloading files quickly
  • Gaming online for multiple players

500–1,000+ Mbps

Works for:

  • Doing a lot of almost anything

Internet in Amherst

Moving towns or switching internet providers can be confusing and stressful. Comparing internet providers against the averages in the Amherst area can help you choose the right internet and get back to your life.

Average starting price
$248.32/mo

Average speed
175.7 Mbps

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Amherst Residential Internet Coverage

Positioned just north of Lynchburg, the small city of Amherst has just over 2,000 residents. Those who choose to call this area home rely on high speed Internet service for a variety of reasons, from education and work to entertainment and communication. The providers on this page can help you stay connected.

One of the largest Internet service providers in Amherst is Xfinity. This national cable provider has a massive network in Virginia. It covers all of Amherst, including Town Center, Pleasant View, Pedlar Mills, and the area near Sweet Briar College. The coverage area runs north, south, and west of the city to cover outlying areas.

Another popular option for those living in Amherst is HughesNet. This national satellite provider boasts a large network that reaches rural areas like Amherst and its surrounding communities. This company reports a top download speed of 25 Mbps and a top upload speed of 3 Mbps.

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Data based on internet speed tests performed in Amherst

Average download speed
175.68 Mbps

Average upload speed
151.53 Mbps

Average latency (ping)
14.54 ms

Average jitter
3.76 ms

 

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Download speeds up to
245000

Connection
5G Home

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Download speeds up to
220000

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Summary of Amherst internet providers

Provider Type Download speeds up to User rating Order online
T-Mobile Home Internet. 5G Home 245 Mbps 4.0/5 View Plans for T-Mobile Home Internet.
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 4.0/5 View Plans for Starlink
Xfinity Cable 2000 Mbps 3.5/5 View Plans for Xfinity
King Street Wireless Fixed Wireless 1 Mbps N/A

Availability and speeds displayed are not guaranteed and are subject to change.

Technology Type

DSL:

DSL provides internet service via phone cables and is up to ten times faster than dial-up service.

Cable:

Cable provides internet speeds faster than DSL through the same cables used for cable TV.

Satellite:

Satellite internet is widely available, but offers slower speeds due to a far-traveling signal.

Fiber:

Fiber relies on glass strands to relay digital code and is much faster than both DSL and cable.

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