Internet providers in 60646
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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 Feb 22, 2021.
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Broadband availability
6227
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 99.96%
3 providers - 1.79%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 60646 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 60646 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL 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 34% of those living in the 60646 ZIP code.
There are four internet providers serving the 60646 area, and 99.96% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 60646, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 60646
The largest internet providers serving the 60646 ZIP code are AT&T and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 60646 ZIP code, covering 93% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 34% of the area. Chicago’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 60646 ZIP code.
AT&T DSL internet
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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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 60646 ZIP code, covering 93% 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 $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Chicago, $42.49.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chicago, $2.02.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 60646 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Chicago's providers, 528 Mbps.
AT&T fiber-optic internet
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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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 60646 ZIP code, covering 34% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 60646 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $40/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Chicago, $42.49.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chicago, $2.02.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 60646 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 34% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chicago's providers, 528 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 60646 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 60646 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 Chicago, $42.49.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chicago, $2.02.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 987 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in 60646 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, 528 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 60646 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 60646 and the greater Chicago area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Chicago at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Chicago at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 60646 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 60646 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 60646?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 60646 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 34% of households in 60646. The next fastest internet provider in the 60646 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 987 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 60646?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 60646 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Chicago, $42.49.
Is fiber internet available in 60646?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 60646 ZIP code, covering 34% of the city.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
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.
What internet providers are available at my address?
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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