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Internet providers in Dolton, IL
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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.
Need help?Dolton internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
23108
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.98%
2 providers - 99.89%
3 providers - 3.08%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Dolton 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 Dolton area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Dolton residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Dolton, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Dolton area, and 99.89% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Dolton's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Dolton
The largest internet providers in Dolton are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Dolton.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Dolton residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Dolton’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Dolton residents.
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 all households in Dolton covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Dolton 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Dolton, $39.99.
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 Dolton, $1.54.
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 Dolton. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Dolton's providers, 422 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 Dolton covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Dolton 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 Dolton, $39.99.
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 Dolton, $1.54.
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 Dolton. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Dolton's providers, 422 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Dolton covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Dolton 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 Dolton, $39.99.
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 Dolton, $1.54.
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 Dolton. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Dolton's providers, 422 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Dolton?
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in Dolton with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 2.918% of households in Dolton. The next fastest internet provider in Dolton is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 987 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Dolton?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Dolton with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Dolton, $39.99.
How do I change internet providers?
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
Where can I find free Wi-Fi near me?
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
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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