Compare 61530 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Eureka – 97 Mbps
IL – 142 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Eureka – 27 Mbps
IL – 33 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Eureka.
Internet providers in 61530
Internet providers in your area
61530 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| Frontier | $54.99 | Varies | DSL | 98% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
Marseilles Telephone Company  | - | - | DSL | 99% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Noize Communications | - | 5 - 50 Mbps | Wireless | 95% |
*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.
Need help?61530 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
3853
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 99.22%
3 providers - 96.80%
4+ providers - 0.72%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 61530 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 61530 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Eureka, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are seven internet providers serving the 61530 area, and 99.22% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 61530, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Eureka
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mediacom | 105 Mbps | 18 Mbps | Cable |
| Rise Broadband | 12 Mbps | 4 Mbps | Wireless |
| Frontier | 15 Mbps | 1 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Eureka.
Top high-speed internet providers in 61530
The largest internet providers serving the 61530 ZIP code are Frontier, Mediacom, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all in the 61530 ZIP code, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 98% of the area. Eureka’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 61530 ZIP code.
Frontier DSL internet
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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 nearly all households in the 61530 ZIP code, covering 98% 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Eureka, $47.98.
Mediacom cable internet
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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 61530 ZIP code, covering 98% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 61530 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 Eureka, $47.98.
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 Eureka, $1.17.
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 61530 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Eureka's providers, 266 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 61530 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 61530 ZIP 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Eureka, $47.98.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Eureka, $1.17.
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 61530 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Eureka's providers, 266 Mbps.
Internet providers in 61530 frequently asked questions
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in the 61530 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in 61530. The next fastest internet provider in the 61530 ZIP code is Rise Broadband, offering download speeds up to 250 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 61530 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Eureka, $47.98.
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.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
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.
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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