*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 97.86%
3 providers - 20.08%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 60609 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Illinois - 95%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 60609 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 99% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 28% of those living in the 60609 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 60609 area, and 97.86% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 60609, prices start at $25.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 60609 ZIP code are AT&T, Xfinity, and Astound bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 60609 ZIP code, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 99% of the area. Chicago’s third most-available internet provider, Astound, offers cable to around 20% of residents in the 60609 ZIP code.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in the 60609 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Chicago, $49.19.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chicago, $0.61.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 60609 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chicago's providers, 622 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 60609 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 60609 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Chicago, $49.19.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chicago, $0.61.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in 60609 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chicago's providers, 622 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Astound offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 60609 ZIP code, covering 20% of the area.
Astound’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 60609 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Astound start at $25.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Chicago, $49.19.
Astound customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.09 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chicago, $0.61.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Astound offers download speeds up to 1,200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 60609 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 20% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chicago's providers, 622 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 60609 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 60609 and the greater Chicago area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Chicago at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Chicago at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 60609 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 60609 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in 60609. The next fastest internet provider in the 60609 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 9.970% of the area.
Astound offers the cheapest internet in the 60609 ZIP with service starting at $25.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Chicago, $49.19.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 60609 ZIP code, covering 9.970% of the city.
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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