Compare 61554 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Pekin – 162 Mbps
IL – 142 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Pekin – 59 Mbps
IL – 33 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Pekin.
Internet providers in 61554
Internet providers in your area
61554 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | $54.99 | Varies | DSL | 4.890% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 97% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 91% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 4.730% |
i3 Broadband  | - | - | Fiber-optic | 52% |
| i3 Broadband | - | - | DSL | 8.720% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Noize Communications | - | 5 - 50 Mbps | Wireless | 33% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 32% |
*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.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
Need help?61554 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
24068
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.99%
2 providers - 97.99%
3 providers - 58.99%
4+ providers - 5.79%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 61554 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 61554 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 98% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 65% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 57% of those living in the 61554 ZIP code.
There are nine internet providers serving the 61554 area, and 97.99% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among nine internet providers in 61554, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Pekin
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity | 188 Mbps | 17 Mbps | Cable |
| CenturyLink | 9 Mbps | 1 Mbps | DSL |
| Frontier | 3 Mbps | 0 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Pekin.
Top high-speed internet providers in 61554
The largest internet providers serving the 61554 ZIP code are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all in the 61554 ZIP code, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 91% of the area. Pekin’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 61554 ZIP code.
Xfinity cable 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.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 61554 ZIP code, covering 97% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 61554 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 Pekin, $45.70.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Pekin, $1.24.
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 61554 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Pekin's providers, 355 Mbps.
CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 61554 ZIP code, covering 91% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Pekin, $45.70.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Pekin, $1.24.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 61554 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Pekin's providers, 355 Mbps.
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 61554 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 61554 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 Pekin, $45.70.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Pekin, $1.24.
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 61554 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Pekin's providers, 355 Mbps.
Internet providers in 61554 frequently asked questions
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 61554 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in 61554. The next fastest internet provider in the 61554 ZIP code is Mediacom, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 4.730% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 61554 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Pekin, $45.70.
i3 Broadband is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 61554 ZIP code, covering 52% of the city.
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.
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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