*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?6672
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.97%
2 providers - 99.09%
3 providers - 1.38%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in North Riverside 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 North Riverside area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of North Riverside residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 8.350% of those living in North Riverside.
There are four internet providers serving the North Riverside area, and 99.09% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among North Riverside's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in North Riverside are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to North Riverside.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all North Riverside residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. North Riverside’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of North Riverside residents.
|
|
|
|
|
*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 AT&T offers broadband to all households in North Riverside covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in North Riverside 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 $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in North Riverside, $54.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in North Riverside, $2.29.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in North Riverside. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all North Riverside's providers, 278 Mbps.
|
|
|
|
|
*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.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in North Riverside covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but North Riverside 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 North Riverside, $54.99.
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 North Riverside, $2.29.
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 North Riverside. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all North Riverside's providers, 278 Mbps.
|
|
|
|
|
*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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in North Riverside covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of North Riverside 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in North Riverside, $54.99.
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 North Riverside, $2.29.
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 North Riverside. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all North Riverside's providers, 278 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in North Riverside with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in North Riverside. The next fastest internet provider in North Riverside is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in North Riverside with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in North Riverside, $54.99.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
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.
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.
By subscribing, you agree to receive Allconnect promotional emails. Your privacy is important to us.
