District of Columbia Broadband Coverage Report (2026)
Analysis of internet service availability across District of Columbia, including fiber, cable, DSL, satellite, and fixed wireless coverage.
Technology Breakdown
Based on 1,360 broadband service records
Top Internet Providers
| Provider | Locations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| HughesNet | 56,465 | 22.5% |
| Viasat Inc | 56,465 | 22.5% |
| Xfinity | 56,184 | 22.4% |
| Verizon | 42,403 | 16.9% |
| Astound Broadband | 22,847 | 9.1% |
| Lightpath | 16,091 | 6.4% |
Largest Cities
| # | City | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Georgetown | 0 |
| 2 | Washington | 705,749 |
| 3 | Capitol Hill | 6,200 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What percentage of District of Columbia has fiber internet?
Based on FCC broadband data, fiber accounts for approximately 38.2% of broadband availability records in District of Columbia.
Who are the largest internet providers in District of Columbia?
The top providers in District of Columbia by coverage include HughesNet, Viasat Inc, Xfinity.
How many broadband options are available in District of Columbia?
District of Columbia has approximately 1,360 broadband service records across fiber, cable, DSL, satellite, and fixed wireless technologies.
Methodology
This report is derived from FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC) records. Technology percentages reflect the share of service availability records, not unique households. Provider market share is based on reported location counts. Data is refreshed daily. Read our full methodology.
This data is also available via our public JSON API.