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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
ClearSKY Systems  | $59.95 | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 96% |
| H.I. Cable | - | - | Wireless | 26% |
| Cyber Broadcasting | $84.95 | 15 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 3.409% |
*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 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.25%
2 providers - 98.45%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Ottawa 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 Ottawa area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Ottawa residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 1.350% of those living in Ottawa.
There are eight internet providers serving the Ottawa area, and 98.45% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Ottawa's eight internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Ottawa are AT&T, Mediacom, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Ottawa.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Ottawa residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 99% of the area. Ottawa’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Ottawa residents.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in Ottawa covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Ottawa 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 Ottawa, $54.97.
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 Ottawa, $1.77.
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 5 Mbps in Ottawa. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ottawa's providers, 182 Mbps.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to all households in Ottawa covering 99% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Ottawa residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Ottawa, $54.97.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ottawa, $1.77.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Mediacom offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in Ottawa. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ottawa's providers, 182 Mbps.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Ottawa covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Ottawa 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 Ottawa, $54.97.
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 Ottawa, $1.77.
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 Ottawa. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Ottawa's providers, 182 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Ottawa with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Ottawa. The next fastest internet provider in Ottawa is Mediacom, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 99% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in Ottawa with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Ottawa, $54.97.
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.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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.
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