Internet providers in Richmond, Virginia 23231
ZIP code 23231 is in Richmond, Henrico County, Virginia. Compare the major providers below, then check availability for your address.
Internet in Richmond 23231: local snapshot
About 88% of the 16,270 households in 23231 have a broadband subscription, 2 points below the Virginia average of 90%. That ranks 23231#336 of 822 ZIP codes in Virginia for broadband adoption.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2023). These figures describe the area, not the providers available at your address.
Compare internet providers in Richmond, Virginia
Share of residential locations in Richmond where each provider reports service, from the FCC National Broadband Map (data as of December 31, 2025). Availability depends on your exact address.
| # | Provider | Technology (varies by address) | Locations covered | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Xfinity | Cable | 99% | |
| 2 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 92% | Check availability |
| 3 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 87% | |
| 4 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 71% | Check availability |
Satellite internet
| 1 | HughesNet | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 2 | Viasat | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 3 | Starlink | Satellite | 99%+ |
Satellite service is available at nearly every address but typically has higher latency than wired options.
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What technologies are available in Richmond?
Fiber is widely available: about 69% of locations in Richmond can get it. Plans of 100 Mbps or faster are reported for about 99%+ of locations, while gigabit-class service reaches about 39%. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 88% of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in Richmond that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
What to know about internet in Richmond 23231
Xfinity reports service to the most residential locations in Richmond, about 99%. 4 providers report coverage of at least half of locations (Xfinity, Verizon, T-Mobile Home Internet, and AT&T), so the market looks competitive. T-Mobile Home Internet offers fixed wireless home internet, an option if you prefer no cable or fiber installation.
Broadband adoption in 23231 (88%) is close to the Richmond average of 89%. By median household income, 23231 ranks 9 of 20 ZIP codes in Richmond. The median age of residents is 42.
Frequently asked questions
Is fiber internet available in Richmond?
Yes, in part. About 69% of residential locations in Richmond can get fiber, 99% can get cable, and about 39% can get gigabit-class speeds, per FCC data. Availability depends on your exact address.
Which internet provider has the widest coverage in Richmond?
Xfinity reports service to about 99% of residential locations in Richmond, the most of any provider, per FCC data. Availability still depends on your address.
How many internet providers serve Richmond?
4 providers report service to at least 2% of locations in Richmond, and 4 cover at least half. Satellite (HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink) is also available nearly everywhere.
What is the difference between fiber, cable and DSL?
Fiber offers the fastest and most consistent speeds, cable is widely available with high download speeds, and DSL runs over phone lines and is usually slower. See our guide for details.
What internet speed do I need in Richmond 23231?
Most households are well served by 100–300 Mbps. Heavy streaming, gaming or many connected devices may benefit from 500 Mbps or more.
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