Compare 62656 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Lincoln – 102 Mbps
IL – 142 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Lincoln – 12 Mbps
IL – 33 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Lincoln.
Internet providers in 62656
Internet providers in your area
62656 internet providers
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| Frontier | $54.99 | Varies | DSL | 91% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 89% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
King Street Wireless  | - | - | Wireless | 91% |
| MR Systems Wireless | $48.00 | 4 - 20 Mbps | Wireless | 58% |
| CCAonline | $39.95 | 2 - 20 Mbps | Wireless | 23% |
*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.
Need help?62656 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
9204
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 95.86%
2 providers - 84.13%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 96%, broadband coverage in the 62656 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 62656 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 95% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 86% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 2.350% of those living in the 62656 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 62656 area, and 84.13% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 62656, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Lincoln
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | 10 Mbps | 2 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 134 Mbps | 14 Mbps | Cable |
| Rise Broadband | 34 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Wireless |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Lincoln.
Top high-speed internet providers in 62656
The largest internet providers serving the 62656 ZIP code are Frontier, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all in the 62656 ZIP code, covering 91% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 89% of the area. Lincoln’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 62656 ZIP code.
Frontier DSL internet
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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 Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in the 62656 ZIP code, covering 91% 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 $54.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Lincoln, $48.31.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 62656 ZIP code, covering 89% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 62656 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 Lincoln, $48.31.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lincoln, $2.42.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in 62656 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lincoln's providers, 177 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 62656 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 62656 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Lincoln, $48.31.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lincoln, $2.42.
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 62656 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Lincoln's providers, 177 Mbps.
Internet providers in 62656 frequently asked questions
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 62656 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 89% of households in 62656. The next fastest internet provider in the 62656 ZIP code is Rise Broadband, offering download speeds up to 250 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 62656 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Lincoln, $48.31.
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.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
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