Compare Byron internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Byron – 44 Mbps
IL – 142 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Byron – 31 Mbps
IL – 33 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Byron.
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Frontier | $54.99 | Varies | DSL | 92% |
Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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 Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 92.03%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Byron 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 Byron area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Byron residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 8.370% of those living in Byron.
There are five internet providers serving the Byron area, and 92.03% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Byron's five internet providers, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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Frontier | 7 Mbps | 1 Mbps | DSL |
Rise Broadband | 14 Mbps | 5 Mbps | Wireless |
Xfinity | 76 Mbps | 9 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Byron.
The largest internet providers in Byron are Frontier, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Byron.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Byron residents, covering 92% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Byron’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Byron 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Byron covering 92% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Byron 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 $54.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Byron, $49.98.
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Byron covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Byron 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 Byron, $49.98.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Byron, $1.78.
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 Byron. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Byron's providers, 263 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Byron covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Byron 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 Byron, $49.98.
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 Byron, $1.78.
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 Byron. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Byron's providers, 263 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Byron with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Byron. The next fastest internet provider in Byron is Rise Broadband, offering download speeds up to 250 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Byron with plans starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Byron, $49.98.
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.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
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.
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