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Internet providers in Chester, IL
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Chester, IL internet providers
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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. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Chester internet service at a glance
At 96%, broadband coverage in Chester 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 Chester area will have access to DSL, which covers 96% of Chester residents. No cable or fiber-optic providers are currently available in Chester, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Chester area, and 2.76% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Chester's five internet providers, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 25 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Chester
The largest internet providers in Chester are Frontier, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to Chester.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Chester residents, covering 96% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Chester’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Chester residents.
Frontier DSL internet
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DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Chester covering 96% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Chester 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 $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Chester, $45.99.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chester, $3.29.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 24 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Chester. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Chester's providers, 20 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Chester covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Chester 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 Chester, $45.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chester, $3.29.
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 Chester. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Chester's providers, 20 Mbps.
Viasat satellite internet
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Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Chester covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Chester 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 $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Chester, $45.99.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chester, $3.29.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 12 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Chester. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Chester's providers, 20 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Chester?
HughesNet is the fastest internet provider in Chester with download speeds up to 25 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Chester. The next fastest internet provider in Chester is Frontier, offering download speeds up to 24 Mbps to 96% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Chester?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in Chester with plans starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Chester, $45.99.
Should I use my own router?
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
What's a good internet speed for my home?
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.
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.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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