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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 90% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 2.530% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 7.930% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Metis Communications  | $35.00 | 0.5 - 10 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 85% |
*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 - 99.96%
2 providers - 98.06%
3 providers - 14.35%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 60506 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 60506 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 98% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 36% of those living in the 60506 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 60506 area, and 98.06% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 60506, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 60506 ZIP code are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 60506 ZIP code, covering 90% 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 residents in the 60506 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 nearly all households in the 60506 ZIP code, covering 90% 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Aurora, $43.56.
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 Aurora, $1.32.
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 60506 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Aurora's providers, 447 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 60506 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 60506 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 Aurora, $43.56.
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 Aurora, $1.32.
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 60506 ZIP code. 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.
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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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 60506 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 60506 ZIP 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Aurora, $43.56.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Aurora, $1.32.
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 60506 ZIP code. 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.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 60506 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 90% of households in 60506. The next fastest internet provider in the 60506 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 2.530% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 60506 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Aurora, $43.56.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 60506 ZIP code, covering 2.530% of the city.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
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