Find internet providers serving the 61240 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 84% |
| Frontier | $54.99 | Varies | DSL | 15% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 96% |
Geneseo Communications Services  | - | - | Fiber-optic | 9.290% |
| Geneseo Communications Services | - | - | DSL | 1.750% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| SpeedConnect | $46.95 | - | Wireless | 31% |
*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 - 99.89%
2 providers - 92.68%
3 providers - 13.11%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 97%, broadband coverage in the 61240 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 61240 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 93% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 87% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 18% of those living in the 61240 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 61240 area, and 92.68% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 61240, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Mediacom | 92 Mbps | 13 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 16 Mbps | 1 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Coal Valley.
The largest internet providers serving the 61240 ZIP code are AT&T, Frontier, and Mediacom bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 61240 ZIP code, covering 84% of households. Some will also have the option of DSL from Frontier, which covers 15% of the area. Coal Valley’s third most-available internet provider, Mediacom, offers cable to around 96% of residents in the 61240 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 61240 ZIP code, covering 84% 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 Coal Valley, $52.99.
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 Coal Valley, $1.43.
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 0.768 Mbps in 61240 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 84% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Coal Valley's providers, 267 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.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 61240 ZIP code, covering 15% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier 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 Frontier start at $54.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Coal Valley, $52.99.
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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 Mediacom offers broadband to nearly all households in the 61240 ZIP code, covering 96% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 61240 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Coal Valley, $52.99.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Coal Valley, $1.43.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Mediacom offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in 61240 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Coal Valley's providers, 267 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 61240 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 61240 and the greater Coal Valley area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Coal Valley at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Coal Valley at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 61240 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Coal Valley may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Coal Valley cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 61240 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 84% of households in 61240. The next fastest internet provider in the 61240 ZIP code is Mediacom, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 96% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 61240 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Coal Valley, $52.99.
Geneseo Communications Services is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 61240 ZIP code, covering 9.290% 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.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
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