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62249 internet providers
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| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 24 Mbps | DSL | 89% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 120 Mbps | Cable | 85% |
Highland Communication Services  | - | - | Fiber-optic | 59% |
| Alhambra-Grantfork Telephone Co. | $69.95 | 50 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 5.785% |
| Alhambra-Grantfork Telephone Co. | $69.95 | 50 - 12 Mbps | DSL | 5.785% |
| HomeTelephoneCo | - | - | Fiber-optic | 5.631% |
| HomeTelephoneCo | - | - | DSL | 1.936% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Wisper ISP | $44.99 | 5 - 20 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?62249 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
11457
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.97%
2 providers - 86.69%
3 providers - 59.37%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 62249 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 62249 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 95% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 85% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 71% of those living in the 62249 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 62249 area, and 86.69% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 62249, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 62249
The largest internet providers serving the 62249 ZIP code are Frontier, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all in the 62249 ZIP code, covering 89% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 85% of the area. Highland’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 62249 ZIP code.
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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in the 62249 ZIP code, covering 89% 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 $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Highland, $49.65.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Highland, $0.86.
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 62249 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Highland's providers, 52 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to nearly all households in the 62249 ZIP code, covering 85% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 62249 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 Highland, $49.65.
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 Highland, $0.86.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 120 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in 62249 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 85% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Highland's providers, 52 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 62249 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 62249 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Highland, $49.65.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Highland, $0.86.
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 62249 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Highland's providers, 52 Mbps.
Internet providers in 62249 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 62249?
Highland Communication Services is the fastest internet provider in the 62249 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 59% of households in 62249. The next fastest internet provider in the 62249 ZIP code is HomeTelephoneCo, offering download speeds up to 200 Mbps to 5.631% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 62249?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in the 62249 ZIP with service starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Highland, $49.65.
Is fiber internet available in 62249?
Highland Communication Services is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 62249 ZIP code, covering 59% of the city. Alhambra-Grantfork Telephone Co. also offers fiber internet in 62249 and is available to 5.785% of households.
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.
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.
How do I get faster internet?
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
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