| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 85% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 17% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 2.329% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 87% |
Fox Valley Internet  | - | 1.5 - 4 Mbps | Wireless | 85% |
| E-vergent.com | $59.95 | 10 - 70 Mbps | Wireless | 83% |
*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 - 99.55%
2 providers - 98.36%
3 providers - 2.33%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Hampshire 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 Hampshire area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Hampshire residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 83% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 52% of those living in Hampshire.
There are eight internet providers serving the Hampshire area, and 98.36% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Hampshire's eight internet providers, 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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| Xfinity | 161 Mbps | 22 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 201 Mbps | 123 Mbps | DSL |
| Fox Valley Internet | 17 Mbps | 4 Mbps | Wireless |
| Mediacom | 279 Mbps | 30 Mbps | Cable |
| Rise Broadband | 22 Mbps | 10 Mbps | Wireless |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Hampshire.
The largest internet providers in Hampshire are AT&T and Mediacom bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Hampshire.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Hampshire residents, covering 85% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 17% of the area. Hampshire’s third most-available internet provider, Mediacom, offers cable to around 99% of Hampshire residents.
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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 Hampshire covering 85% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Hampshire 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Hampshire, $44.98.
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 Hampshire, $1.29.
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 20 Mbps in Hampshire. These download speeds are available to 85% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hampshire's providers, 449 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.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to a limited number of households in Hampshire covering 17% 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 Hampshire than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Hampshire, $44.98.
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 Hampshire, $1.29.
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 1,000 Mbps in Hampshire. These download speeds are available to 17% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hampshire's providers, 449 Mbps.
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Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to all households in Hampshire covering 99% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Hampshire 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 Hampshire, $44.98.
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 Hampshire, $1.29.
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 Hampshire. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hampshire's providers, 449 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Hampshire, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Hampshire, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Hampshire and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Hampshire at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Hampshire at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Hampshire residents, 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 Hampshire 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 Hampshire cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Hampshire with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 85% of households in Hampshire. The next fastest internet provider in Hampshire is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 17% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in Hampshire with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Hampshire, $44.98.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Hampshire, covering 17% of the city.
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.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
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