| Provider | ||||
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| Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | DSL | 89% |
Delta Communications  | - | - | DSL | 14% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Wisper ISP | $65.00 | 25 - 400 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 97% |
| King Street Wireless | - | - | Wireless | 14% |
*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 - 89.97%
2 providers - 13.51%
3 providers - 0.09%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Benton 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 Benton area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Benton residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Benton, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are seven internet providers serving the Benton area, and 13.51% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Benton's seven internet providers, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 400 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Frontier | 36.0 Mbps | 17.0 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Benton.
The largest internet providers in Benton are Frontier, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to Benton.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Benton residents, covering 89% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Benton’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Benton residents.
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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 Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Benton covering 89% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Benton 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 Frontier start at $44.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Benton, $54.98.
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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 Benton covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Benton 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 Benton, $54.98.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Benton, $2.50.
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 Benton. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Benton's providers, 16 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 Viasat offers broadband to all households in Benton covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Benton 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 Viasat start at $69.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Benton, $54.98.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.83 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Benton, $2.50.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Benton. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Benton's providers, 16 Mbps.
Wisper ISP is the fastest internet provider in Benton with download speeds up to 400 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Benton. The next fastest internet provider in Benton is Rise Broadband, offering download speeds up to 250 Mbps to 97% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Benton with plans starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Benton, $54.98.
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.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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.
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