*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 - 100%
2 providers - 100%
4 providers - 0.00%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 60602 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 60602 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 100% of those living in the 60602 ZIP code.
There are four internet providers serving the 60602 area, and 100% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 60602, prices start at $25.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 60602 ZIP code are AT&T and Astound bringing DSL, cable, and fiber-optic options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 60602 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Astound, which covers 100% of the area. Chicago’s third most-available internet provider, Astound, offers fiber-optic to around 100% of residents in the 60602 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 all households in the 60602 ZIP code, covering 100% 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Chicago, $53.99.
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 Chicago, $0.33.
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 2 Mbps in 60602 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chicago's providers, 519 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 Astound offers broadband to all households in the 60602 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Astound’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 60602 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Astound start at $25.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Chicago, $53.99.
Astound customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.09 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chicago, $0.33.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Astound offers download speeds up to 1,200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 60602 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chicago's providers, 519 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.
Fiber-optic from Astound offers broadband to all households in the 60602 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Astound is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 60602 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Astound start at $25.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Chicago, $53.99.
Astound customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.09 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chicago, $0.33.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Astound offers download speeds up to 1,200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 60602 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chicago's providers, 519 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 60602 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 60602 and the greater Chicago area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Chicago at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Chicago at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 60602 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 60602 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 60602. The next fastest internet provider in the 60602 ZIP code is Astound, offering download speeds up to 1,200 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Astound offers the cheapest internet in the 60602 ZIP with service starting at $25.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Chicago, $53.99.
Astound is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 60602 ZIP code, covering 100% of the city.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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.
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