Illinois internet service providers
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.
Best internet in Illinois
- Mediacom: Between $20-80 per month
- WOW!: Between $30-65 per month
- RCN: Between $30-60 per month
- Suddenlink: Between $30-45 per month
- Xfinity: Between $40-80 per month
- Spectrum: $50 per month
- AT&T: Between $35-60 per month
- CenturyLink: Between $49-65 per month
- Metronet: Between $50-70 per month
- Frontier: Between $50-80 per month
- HughesNet: Between $40-130 per month
Cable internet providers in Illinois
Mediacom Internet
- Download
- 60-1,000 Mbps
- Channels
- Calls
- Monthly Price
- $20-80
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 Landline Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Xtream Home Phone | Unlimited | $39.99 |
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
Only available bundled with internet or phone
Price hikes after one year
Superfast speeds starting from 60 Mbps
Available across 22 states
90 day satisfaction guarantee
No Contracts
Gigabit internet speeds availabe
WOW! Internet
- Download
- 100-1,000 Mbps
- Channels
- Calls
- Monthly Price
- $30-65
WOW! Internet Only Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Internet 100 | 100 Mbps | $29.99 | ||
Internet 200 | 200 Mbps | $34.99 | ||
Internet 500 | 500 Mbps | $44.99 | ||
Internet 1000 | 1000 Mbps | $64.99 |
Pros
Unlimited data
No contract required
Free installation
Low cost upfront fees
Affordable prices
Cons
Limited coverage
Best cost requires 1-2 year contract
Unlimited data plans
No contract options
Whole home wi-fi additional option
Virtual online chat available
Free installation
RCN Internet
- Download
- 50-940 Mbps
- Channels
- Calls
- Monthly Price
- $30-60
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
Coverage availability is limited
Fewer channel options
Lack of variety of plans
30 day money back guarantee
24/7 customer service
Never locked into a contract
Affordable prices
No limits on streaming
High customer satisfaction rating
Suddenlink Internet
- Download
- 200-940 Mbps
- Channels
- Calls
- Monthly Price
- $30-45
Suddenlink Internet Only Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Internet 200 | 200 Mbps | $30.00 | ||
Internet 400 | 400 Mbps | $35.00 | ||
Internet 1 Gig | 940 Mbps | $45.00 |
Suddenlink TV Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Core TV | 200 Channels | $58.00 | ||
Value TV | 225 Channels | $79.99 | ||
Select TV | 290 Channels | $99.99 | ||
Premier TV | 340 Channels | $124.99 |
Suddenlink Landline Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Phone | Unlimited | $39.99 |
Suddenlink Triple Play Bundles
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Internet 200, Core TV and Phone | 200 Mbps | 200 Channels | Unlimited | $60.00 |
Internet 400, Core TV and Phone | 400 Mbps | 200 Channels | Unlimited | $65.00 |
Internet 1 Gig, Core TV and Phone | 940 Mbps | 200 Channels | Unlimited | $75.00 |
Pros
Fast speeds
High speed internet options in rural areas
Price for life options
Competitive pricing
Unlimted data available
No contracts
Cons
Limited choices available
Expensive add ons
Only tv bundles available
No contracts
30 day money back guarantee
Fast download speeds
Low competitive prices
Fast fiber speed - where available
Online virtual tech support
No credit check required
Xfinity Internet
- Download
- 200-1,200 Mbps
- Channels
- Calls
- Monthly Price
- $40-80
Xfinity Internet Only Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Performance Pro Internet | 200 Mbps | $40.00 | ||
Blast! Internet | 400 Mbps | $60.00 | ||
Extreme Pro Internet | 800 Mbps | $70.00 | ||
Gigabit Speed Internet | 1200 Mbps | $80.00 |
Xfinity TV Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Basic TV | 10 Channels | $30.00 | ||
Extra TV | 140 Channels | $67.00 | ||
Preferred TV | 220 Channels | $70.00 |
Xfinity Landline Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Voice | Unlimited | $30.00 |
Xfinity Triple Play Bundles
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Peformance Pro Internet + Extra TV + Voice | 200 Mbps | 140 Channels | Unlimited | $90.00 |
Blast! Internet + Extra TV + Voice | 400 Mbps | 125 Channels | Unlimited | $90.00 |
Peformance Pro Internet + Preferred TV + Voice | 200 Mbps | 220 Channels | Unlimited | $100.00 |
Extreme Pro Internet + Extra TV + Voice | 800 Mbps | 140 Channels | Unlimited | $100.00 |
Blast! Internet + Preferred TV + Voice | 400 Mbps | 200 Channels | Unlimited | $110.00 |
Gigabit Speed + Extra TV + Voice | 1200 Mbps | 140 Channels | Unlimited | $110.00 |
Extreme Pro Internet + Preferred TV + Voice | 800 Mbps | 220 Channels | Unlimited | $120.00 |
Gigabit Speed + Preferred TV + Voice | 1200 Mbps | 220 Channels | Unlimited | $130.00 |
Pros
Lightning fast options
Multiple speed choices
Large bundle selection
Contract and no-contract options
Widespread availability
Hotspot access away from home
Cons
Rate hikes after promotional pricing expires
Negative customer support ratings
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
Spectrum Internet
- Download
- 400 Mbps
- Channels
- Calls
- Monthly Price
- $50
Spectrum Internet Only Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Internet | 400 Mbps | $49.99 |
Spectrum TV Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
TV Select | 125 Channels | $44.99 | ||
TV Silver | 175 Channels | $74.99 | ||
TV Gold | 200 Channels | $94.99 |
Spectrum Triple Play Bundles
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Triple Play Select | 400 Mbps | 125 Channels | Unlimited | $72.97 |
Triple Play Silver | 400 Mbps | 175 Channels | Unlimited | $102.97 |
Triple Play Gold | 400 Mbps | 200 Channels | Unlimited | $122.97 |
Pros
Fast speeds
No contracts
No data caps
One-hour installation appointment window
Plenty of bundles
Cons
Mediocre customer service ratings
Pricier than some competitors
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
AT&T Internet
- Download
- 100-1,000 Mbps
- Channels
- Calls
- Monthly Price
- $35-60
AT&T Internet Only Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Internet 100 | 100 Mbps | $35.00 | ||
Internet 300 | 300 Mbps | $45.00 | ||
Internet 1000 | 1000 Mbps | $60.00 |
AT&T TV Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Entertainment | 65 Channels | $69.99 | ||
Choice | 90 Channels | $84.99 | ||
Ultimate | 130 Channels | $94.99 |
AT&T Triple Play Bundles
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Internet + Entertainment + Phone | 100 Mbps | 65 Channels | Unlimited | $134.98 |
Internet + Choice + Phone | 100 Mbps | 90 Channels | Unlimited | $149.99 |
Internet + Ultimate + Phone | 100 Mbps | 130 Channels | Unlimited | $159.99 |
Pros
Flexible bundling options
Quickly expanding fiber network
DSL service available
Extensive rural availability
Cons
Contract required
Rate hike after the first year
Limited availability
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
CenturyLink Internet
- Download
- 100-940 Mbps
- Channels
- Calls
- Monthly Price
- $49-65
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
High early termination fees
Limited availability
Requires reliable high-speed internet connection
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
Metronet Internet
- Download
- 200-1,000 Mbps
- Channels
- Calls
- Monthly Price
- $49.95-69.95
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
Technology service fee
Limited coverage
No data caps on any plans
Amazing upload and download speeds
Virtual online chat support
Affordable competitive prices
Frontier Internet
- Download
- 50-1,000 Mbps
- Channels
- Calls
- Monthly Price
- $50-80
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
Limited service areas
Only available bundled with internet
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
Satellite internet providers in Illinois
HughesNet Internet
- Download
- 25 Mbps
- Channels
- Calls
- Monthly Price
- $40-130
HughesNet Internet Only Plans
Package | Internet | TV | Phone | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Internet 10GB | 25 Mbps | $39.99 | ||
Internet 20GB | 25 Mbps | $49.99 | ||
Internet 30GB | 25 Mbps | $79.99 | ||
Internet 50GB | 25 Mbps | $129.99 |
Pros
No surprise mid-contract rate hikes
Clear and simple plans and pricing
Available nationwide
Cons
Very low data caps
Only one speed option
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
Illinois internet coverage map
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.
Illinois Internet Connection Types
- Cable Internet - Cable is great for gaming and video streaming, offering speeds up to 400 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.
Illinois coverage by city
Illinois internet service providers FAQs
How much does internet cost in Illinois?
Illinois internet plans range from $35-$60. Prices vary by provider, download speed, and bundled services.
What internet providers are available in Illinois?
Illinois internet providers include AT&T, Xfinity and CenturyLink. 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 1,200 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-$160. Check availability to find the best internet provider at your address.
Best internet deals in Illinois
| Provider | Connection | Channels | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mediacom | Cable | 60-1,000 Mbps | $19.99-79.99 |
| WOW! | Cable | 100-1,000 Mbps | $29.99-64.99 |
| RCN | Cable | 50-940 Mbps | $29.99-59.99 |
| Suddenlink | Cable | 200-940 Mbps | $30-45 |
| Xfinity | Cable | 200-1,200 Mbps | $40-80 |
| Spectrum | Cable | 400 Mbps | $49.99 |
| AT&T | Fiber | 100-1,000 Mbps | $35-60 |
| CenturyLink | Fiber | 100-940 Mbps | $49-65 |
| Metronet | Fiber | 200-1,000 Mbps | $49.95-69.95 |
| Frontier | Fiber | 50-1,000 Mbps | $49.99-79.99 |
| HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | $39.99-129.99 |
