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Internet providers in Lakewood, IL
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| AT&T | $40.00 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.860% |
| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 96% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
E-vergent.com  | $59.95 | 10 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Skybeam | - | - | Wireless | 72% |
| Fox Valley Internet | $24.95 | 1.5 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 33% |
| DLS Internet | $48.00 | 1.5 - 6 Mbps | Wireless | 21% |
| Country Wireless | $32.00 | 1 - 2 Mbps | Wireless | 11% |
*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?Lakewood internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
3852
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.35%
2 providers - 96.92%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Lakewood 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 Lakewood area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Lakewood residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Lakewood, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are nine internet providers serving the Lakewood area, and 96.92% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Lakewood's nine internet providers, prices start at $24.95 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Lakewood
The largest internet providers in Lakewood are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Lakewood.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Lakewood residents, covering 96% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 99% of the area. Lakewood’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Lakewood 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 Lakewood covering 96% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Lakewood 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 Lakewood, $41.86.
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, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lakewood, $3.49.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Lakewood. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Lakewood's providers, 271 Mbps.
Xfinity 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 Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Lakewood covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Lakewood residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Lakewood, $41.86.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lakewood, $3.49.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 987 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Lakewood. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lakewood's providers, 271 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Lakewood covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Lakewood 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 Lakewood, $41.86.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lakewood, $3.49.
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 Lakewood. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Lakewood's providers, 271 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Lakewood?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Lakewood with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 0.860% of households in Lakewood. The next fastest internet provider in Lakewood is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 987 Mbps to 99% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Lakewood?
Fox Valley Internet offers the cheapest internet in Lakewood with plans starting at $24.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Lakewood, $41.86.
Is fiber internet available in Lakewood?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Lakewood, covering 0.860% of the city.
What's a good internet speed for my home?
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
How can I lower my cable bill?
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
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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