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Internet providers in Harvard, IL
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Harvard, IL internet providers
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| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 96% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 10% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Skybeam | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
Geneva On-Line  | $22.95 | 1.5 - 20 Mbps | Wireless | 9.666% |
| E-vergent.com | $59.95 | 10 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 9.039% |
| Fox Valley Internet | $24.95 | 1.5 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 3.282% |
*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 Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?Harvard internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
9480
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.97%
2 providers - 99.37%
3 providers - 7.07%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Harvard 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 Harvard area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Harvard residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Harvard, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are nine internet providers serving the Harvard area, and 99.37% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Harvard's nine internet providers, prices start at $22.95 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Harvard
The largest internet providers in Harvard are AT&T, Spectrum, and Mediacom bringing DSL and cable options to Harvard.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Harvard residents, covering 96% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Harvard’s third most-available internet provider, Mediacom, offers cable to around 10% of Harvard 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 Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Harvard covering 96% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Harvard 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 Harvard, $40.35.
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 Harvard, $1.01.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 50 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Harvard. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Harvard's providers, 184 Mbps.
Spectrum 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Harvard covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Harvard residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Harvard, $40.35.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Harvard, $1.01.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Harvard. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Harvard's providers, 184 Mbps.
Mediacom 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to a limited number of households in Harvard covering 10% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Harvard residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Harvard, $40.35.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Harvard, $1.01.
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 Harvard. These download speeds are available to 10% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Harvard's providers, 184 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Harvard, you’ll likely have options from cable and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Harvard, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Harvard and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Harvard at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Harvard at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Harvard residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Harvard?
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in Harvard with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 10% of households in Harvard. The next fastest internet provider in Harvard is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Harvard?
Geneva On-Line offers the cheapest internet in Harvard with plans starting at $22.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Harvard, $40.35.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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%.
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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