Best internet service & plans in Illinois
There is a large selection of internet providers in Illinois and with over 12.6 million residents there are Internet provider deals for all household needs.
Some of the best internet deals in Illinois include Mediacom, with plans starting at $19.99, offering speeds of up to 1,000 Mbps.
5G home internet providers in Illinois
Ultra 5G Home Internet
- Download
- 100 Mbps
- Channels
- Calls
- Monthly Price
- $55
Ultra 5G Home offers internet service with plans starting at $55.
Ultra 5G Home Internet Only Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
100 Mbps | $54.99 |
Cable internet providers in Illinois
Mediacom offers internet service with plans starting at $20.
Mediacom Internet Only Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
Xtream Internet 60 | 60 Mbps | $19.99 | ||
Xtream Internet 100 | 100 Mbps | $49.99 | ||
Xtream Internet 1000 | 1000 Mbps | $79.99 |
Mediacom Triple Play Bundles
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
Xtream Internet 100 + Variety TV + Phone | 100 Mbps | 170 Channels | Unlimited | $109.99 |
Pros
Great speed options
Services states with few high-speed choices
No contracts
Cons
Low data cap on slowest plans
Poor customer service rating
Benefits
Superfast speeds starting from 60 Mbps
Available across 22 states
90 day satisfaction guarantee
No Contracts
Gigabit internet speeds availabe
- Download
- 100-1,000 Mbps
- Channels
- Calls
- Monthly Price
- $20-55
WOW! offers internet service with plans starting at $20. To order service call: (775) 374-6126
WOW! Internet Only Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
Internet 100 | 100 Mbps | $19.99 | ||
Internet 200 | 200 Mbps | $29.99 | ||
Internet 500 | 500 Mbps | $44.99 | ||
Internet 1 Gig | 1000 Mbps | $54.99 |
Pros
Unlimited data
No contract required
Free installation
Low cost upfront fees
Affordable prices
Cons
Limited availability
No contract plans are more expensive
Customer service
Benefits
Unlimited data plans
No contract options
Whole home wi-fi additional option
Virtual online chat available
Free installation
- Download
- 50-940 Mbps
- Channels
- Calls
- Monthly Price
- $30-60
RCN offers internet service with plans starting at $30. To order service call: (775) 374-6124
RCN Internet Only Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
50 Mbps Internet | 50 Mbps | $29.99 | ||
250 Mbps Internet | 250 Mbps | $39.99 | ||
940 Mbps Internet | 940 Mbps | $59.99 |
Pros
Not tied into a contract
No data caps
Great bundle offers
Affordable prices
Cons
Limited coverage available
Speeds depend on area
Benefits
30 day money back guarantee
24/7 customer service
Never locked into a contract
Affordable prices
No limits on streaming
High customer satisfaction rating
- Download
- 400-1,200 Mbps
- Channels
- Calls
- Monthly Price
- $40-80
Xfinity offers internet service with plans starting at $40. To order service call: (888) 473-8957
Xfinity Internet Only Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
400 Mbps Internet | 400 Mbps | $39.99 | ||
800 Mbps Internet | 800 Mbps | $59.99 | ||
1000 Mbps Internet | 1000 Mbps | $69.99 | ||
1200 Mbps Internet | 1200 Mbps | $79.99 |
Xfinity TV Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
Basic TV | 10 Channels | $20.00 | ||
Extra TV | 125 Channels | $67.27 | ||
Preferred TV | 185 Channels | $69.99 |
Xfinity Triple Play Bundles
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
Extra TV + Internet 400 + Voice | 400 Mbps | 125 Channels | Unlimited | $99.99 |
Preferred TV + Internet 1000 + Voice | 1000 Mbps | 185 Channels | Unlimited | $109.99 |
Pros
Lightning fast options
Multiple speed choices
Large bundle selection
Contract and no-contract options
Widespread availability
Hotspot access away from home
Cons
Less than stellar customer service ratings
Known for its occasional outages
Benefits
Good variety of bundles available
No-cost equipment upgrades
Advanced Security to block online threats
30 Day money back guarantee
24/7 support
4K streaming device available
- Download
- 300-1,000 Mbps
- Channels
- Calls
- Monthly Price
- $50-90
Spectrum offers internet service with plans starting at $50. To order service call: (888) 495-3456
Spectrum Internet Only Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
Internet | 300 Mbps | $49.99 | ||
Internet Ultra | 500 Mbps | $69.99 | ||
Internet GIG | 1000 Mbps | $89.99 |
Spectrum TV Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
TV Select | 125 Channels | $59.99 |
Spectrum Triple Play Bundles
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
TV Select + Internet + Voice | 300 Mbps | 125 Channels | Unlimited | $129.97 |
TV Select + Internet Ultra + Voice | 500 Mbps | 125 Channels | Unlimited | $149.97 |
TV Select + Internet GIG + Voice | 1000 Mbps | 125 Channels | Unlimited | $169.97 |
Pros
Fast speeds
No contracts
No data caps
One-hour installation appointment window
Plenty of bundles
Cons
Negative customer service reputation
No fiber option
Benefits
High speed wireless network away from home with wi-fi hotspots
24/7 Tech support
30 Day Money Back Guarantee
Unlimited download available
No contract required
Fiber internet providers in Illinois
- Download
- 100-940 Mbps
- Channels
- Calls
- Monthly Price
- $49-65
CenturyLink offers internet service with plans starting at $49. To order service call: (859) 559-4352
CenturyLink Internet Only Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
Internet 100 Mbps | 100 Mbps | $49.00 | ||
Internet 940 Mbps | 940 Mbps | $65.00 |
Pros
Speeds up to 1000 Mbps
Phone bundles
No contracts
Price for life option
Cons
Mediocre customer service reputation
Slow DSL speeds
Benefits
Price for Life contract - No contract, no rate hikes.
Fiber-Optic speeds available in 18 prominent cities
DSL high speed internet speed options
24/7 technical support
Price for life option with speeds up to 100 Mbps
- Download
- 200-1,000 Mbps
- Channels
- Calls
- Monthly Price
- $49.95-69.95
Metronet offers internet service with plans starting at $49.95. To order service call: (775) 374-6404
Metronet Internet Only Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
Internet 200 Mbps | 200 Mbps | $49.95 | ||
Internet 500 Mbps | 500 Mbps | $54.95 | ||
Internet 1 Giabit | 1000 Mbps | $69.95 |
Metronet TV Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
Basic TV | 100 Channels | $30.00 | ||
Standard TV | 235 Channels | $95.00 | ||
Preferred TV | 295 Channels | $105.00 |
Pros
Good upload and download speeds
No data caps
Competitive pricing
Cons
Limited availability
Technology fee on all plans
Limited choice of Tv bundles
Benefits
No data caps on any plans
Amazing upload and download speeds
Virtual online chat support
Affordable competitive prices
- Download
- 50-1,000 Mbps
- Channels
- Calls
- Monthly Price
- $50-80
Frontier offers internet service with plans starting at $50. To order service call: (888) 475-7478
Frontier Internet Only Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
FiberOptic 50 | 50 Mbps | $49.99 | ||
FiberOptic 500 | 500 Mbps | $59.99 | ||
FiberOptic Gig | 1000 Mbps | $79.99 |
Pros
No data caps
Solid speeds to some rural areas
Good range of plans
TV and phone bundles available
Price lock or no-contract options
Cons
Contract required with fiber
Fiber isn't widely available
Some reports of hit or miss DSL speeds
Benefits
24/7 tech support
No data caps - All plans offer unlimited data
2 year price lock guarantee
Cloud drive storage
Live online chat
30 day money back guarantee
BYO compatible modem
Wide availability - Covers 38 states
- Download
- 300-5,000 Mbps
- Channels
- Calls
- Monthly Price
- $55-180
AT&T offers internet service with plans starting at $55. To order service call: (855) 458-2223
AT&T Internet Only Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
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Internet 300 | 300 Mbps | $55.00 | ||
Internet 500 | 500 Mbps | $65.00 | ||
Internet 1000 | 1000 Mbps | $80.00 | ||
Internet 2000 | 2000 Mbps | $110.00 | ||
Internet 5000 | 5000 Mbps | $180.00 |
AT&T TV Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
Entertainment | 160 Channels | $64.99 | ||
Choice | 185 Channels | $69.99 | ||
Ultimate | 250 Channels | $89.99 |
AT&T Triple Play Bundles
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
Internet 300 + Entertainment TV + Phone | 300 Mbps | 160 Channels | Unlimited | $154.98 |
Internet 300 + Choice TV + Phone | 300 Mbps | 185 Channels | Unlimited | $159.99 |
Internet 300 + Ultimate TV + Phone | 300 Mbps | 250 Channels | Unlimited | $179.99 |
Pros
Flexible bundling options
Quickly expanding fiber network
DSL service available
Extensive rural availability
Cons
Data caps on some plans
Contract required for best deals
Benefits
Fiber optic availability
30,000+ Wi-Fi hotspots nationwide
Flexible options for bundles
AT&T Smart Wi-Fi - Stay connected room to room
Combine your services with phone, TV and Internet bundles
Availability in some rural areas
24/7 Technical support
Customer service available 8am to 7pm local time
Satellite internet providers in Illinois
- Download
- 25 Mbps
- Channels
- Calls
- Monthly Price
- $50-100
HughesNet offers internet service with plans starting at $50. To order service call: (844) 684-5427
HughesNet Internet Only Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
Internet 30GB | 25 Mbps | $49.99 | ||
Internet 50GB | 25 Mbps | $64.99 | ||
Internet 100GB | 25 Mbps | $99.99 |
Pros
No surprise mid-contract rate hikes
Clear and simple plans and pricing
Available nationwide
Cons
Very low data caps
Only one speed option
Benefits
Nationwide availability
24/7 customer service
Live online web chat
Good choice of plans
Tech support available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Download
- 25-100 Mbps
- Channels
- Calls
- Monthly Price
- $70-200
Viasat offers internet service with plans starting at $70. To order service call: (855) 620-7289
Viasat Internet Only Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
Internet 25 | 25 Mbps | $69.99 | ||
Internet 50 | 50 Mbps | $99.99 | ||
Internet 75 | 75 Mbps | $149.99 | ||
Internet 100 | 100 Mbps | $199.99 |
Pros
Several speed choices
Wide range of plans
Fast speeds for satellite
Wide availability
Cons
Low high-speed data caps
Additional fee if not signing contract
Limited HD streaming resolution
No TV bundles
Benefits
No long term contracts
2 year price lock guarantee
Good choice of plans available
Wide available coverage
Internet services available in Illinois
You can search Illinois Internet providers by using our ZIP code checker to compare the best Internet deals available at your address.
The speeds available to you depend on the internet connection type that is provided in your area, some areas have a number of options.
Internet connection types in Illinois
- Cable Internet - Cable is great for gaming and video streaming, offering speeds up to 940 in certain areas of Illinois.
- Fiber Internet - Fiber offers the fastest speeds available. If fiber-optic Internet is available at your address it can offer speeds up to 940
- DSL Internet – DSL connects to the internet using an existing telephone line. This is only really used a fall back option if cable and fiber is not available.
- Satellite Internet - An ideal option for rural areas where there are no wired internet options. It has improved since it was originally introduced many years ago. Satellite Internet providers in Illinois include HughesNet and Viasat.
Illinois internet availability by city
Illinois internet service providers FAQs
How much does internet cost in Illinois?
Illinois internet plans range from $20-$55. Prices vary by provider, download speed, and bundled services.
What internet providers are available in Illinois?
Illinois internet providers include AT&T, CenturyLink and Spectrum. Use our availability checker to find internet providers in your area.
What's the fastest internet speed in Illinois?
Illinois internet providers offer download speeds of up to 1,000 Mbps. The download speed you receive will vary depending on your area, provider and plan.
What's the best internet service in Illinois?
The best value internet providers in Illinois offer packages ranging from $20-$55. Check availability to find the best internet provider at your address.
Best internet deals in Illinois
Provider | Connection | Channels | Price |
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![]() | Cellular | 100 Mbps | $54.99 |
![]() | Cable | 60-1,000 Mbps | $19.99-79.99 |
![]() | Cable | 100-1,000 Mbps | $19.99-54.99 |
![]() | Cable | 50-940 Mbps | $29.99-59.99 |
![]() | Cable | 400-1,200 Mbps | $39.99-79.99 |
![]() | Cable | 300-1,000 Mbps | $49.99-89.99 |
![]() | Fiber | 100-940 Mbps | $49-65 |
![]() | Fiber | 200-1,000 Mbps | $49.95-69.95 |
![]() | Fiber | 50-1,000 Mbps | $49.99-79.99 |
![]() | Fiber | 300-5,000 Mbps | $55-180 |
![]() | Satellite | 25 Mbps | $49.99-99.99 |
![]() | Satellite | 25-100 Mbps | $69.99-199.99 |
Affordable Connectivity Program Providers in Illinois
Provider | Phone Number |
---|---|
AT&T | (855) 458-2223 |
CenturyLink | (859) 559-4352 |
Frontier | (888) 475-7478 |
Spectrum | (888) 495-3456 |
WOW! | (775) 374-6126 |
Xfinity | (888) 473-8957 |