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Internet providers in Aurora, IL
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Aurora, IL internet providers
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| AT&T | $40 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 8.036% |
| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 94% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 4.098% |
| GTT Communications | - | - | DSL | 1.773% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Intelligent Computing Solutions | $35 | 0.5 - 10 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $39.95 | 5 - 5 Mbps | Wireless | 57% |
*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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Aurora internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Aurora 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 Aurora area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Aurora residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 8.040% of those living in Aurora.
There are eight internet providers serving the Aurora area, and 98.80% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Aurora's eight internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Aurora
The largest internet providers in Aurora are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Aurora.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Aurora residents, covering 94% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 99% of the area. Aurora’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Aurora residents.
AT&T DSL internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Aurora covering 94% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Aurora 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 $30/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Aurora, $39.27.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Aurora, $0.87.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Aurora. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Aurora's providers, 447 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Aurora covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Aurora residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Aurora, $39.27.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Aurora, $0.87.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 987 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Aurora. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Aurora's providers, 447 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Aurora covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Aurora where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Aurora, $39.27.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Aurora, $0.87.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Aurora. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Aurora's providers, 447 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Aurora?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Aurora with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 8.036% of households in Aurora. The next fastest internet provider in Aurora is Mediacom, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 4.098% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Aurora?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Aurora with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Aurora, $39.27.
Is fiber internet available in Aurora?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Aurora, covering 8.036% of the city.
How can I boost my internet speeds?
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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