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Internet providers in Herrin, IL
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Herrin, IL internet providers
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| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 24 Mbps | DSL | 93% |
| Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Clearwave Communications | - | - | DSL | 14% |
| Hamilton County Telephone Co-Op | - | - | Fiber-optic | 2.750% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Wisper Internet | $44.99 | 5 - 20 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Herrin internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Herrin 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 Herrin area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Herrin residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 93% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 2.750% of those living in Herrin.
There are seven internet providers serving the Herrin area, and 92.34% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Herrin's seven internet providers, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Herrin
The largest internet providers in Herrin are Frontier, Mediacom, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Herrin.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Herrin residents, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 99% of the area. Herrin’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Herrin residents.
Frontier 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Herrin covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Herrin 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 $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Herrin, $42.59.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Herrin, $1.94.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 24 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Herrin. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Herrin's providers, 216 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to all households in Herrin covering 99% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Herrin 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 Herrin, $42.59.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Herrin, $1.94.
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 Herrin. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Herrin's providers, 216 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Herrin covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Herrin 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 Herrin, $42.59.
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 Herrin, $1.94.
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 Herrin. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Herrin's providers, 216 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Herrin?
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in Herrin with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Herrin. The next fastest internet provider in Herrin is Hamilton County Telephone Co-Op, offering download speeds up to 250 Mbps to 2.750% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Herrin?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in Herrin with plans starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Herrin, $42.59.
Is fiber internet available in Herrin?
Hamilton County Telephone Co-Op is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Herrin, covering 2.750% of the city.
What are my internet options?
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.
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.
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.
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