Compare 62450 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Olney – 105 Mbps
IL – 142 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Olney – 17 Mbps
IL – 33 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Olney.
Internet providers in 62450
Internet providers in your area
62450 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| Frontier | $54.99 | Varies | DSL | 91% |
Delta Communications  | - | - | DSL | 3.550% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| King Street Wireless | - | - | Wireless | 82% |
| Bspeedy | $24.95 | 0.75 - 40 Mbps | Wireless | 21% |
*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.
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Broadband availability
5629
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 91.02%
2 providers - 3.67%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 97%, broadband coverage in the 62450 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 62450 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 92% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 86% of those living in the 62450 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 62450 area, and 3.67% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 62450, prices start at $24.95 and available download speeds reach up to 150 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Olney
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | 12 Mbps | 1 Mbps | DSL |
| Viasat | 17 Mbps | 1 Mbps | Satellite |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Olney.
Top high-speed internet providers in 62450
The largest internet providers serving the 62450 ZIP code are Frontier, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all in the 62450 ZIP code, covering 91% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Olney’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 62450 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 62450 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Olney, $53.73.
HughesNet satellite 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 62450 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 62450 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 Olney, $53.73.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Olney, $4.13.
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 62450 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Olney's providers, 26 Mbps.
Viasat satellite 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.
Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in the 62450 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 62450 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 Viasat start at $69.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Olney, $53.73.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.83 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Olney, $4.13.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 62450 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Olney's providers, 26 Mbps.
Internet providers in 62450 frequently asked questions
Viasat is the fastest internet provider in the 62450 ZIP code with download speeds up to 150 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 62450. The next fastest internet provider in the 62450 ZIP code is Bspeedy, offering download speeds up to 40 Mbps to 21% of the area.
Bspeedy offers the cheapest internet in the 62450 ZIP with service starting at $24.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Olney, $53.73.
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.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
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.
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
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