| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Metronet  | $39.95 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 75% |
| 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 | 51% |
| Metis Communications | $35.00 | 0.5 - 10 Mbps | Wireless | 14% |
*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 - 100.00%
2 providers - 99.82%
3 providers - 74.70%
4+ providers - 0.85%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 60544 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 60544 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of households. 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 78% of those living in the 60544 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 60544 area, and 99.82% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 60544, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 60544 ZIP code are AT&T, Xfinity, and Metronet bringing DSL, cable, and fiber-optic options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 60544 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Plainfield’s third most-available internet provider, Metronet, offers fiber-optic to around 75% of residents in the 60544 ZIP code.
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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 the 60544 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T 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 AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Plainfield, $48.10.
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 Plainfield, $1.50.
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 60544 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Plainfield's providers, 305 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 Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 60544 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 60544 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 Plainfield, $48.10.
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 Plainfield, $1.50.
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 60544 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Plainfield's providers, 305 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.
Fiber-optic from Metronet offers broadband to most households in the 60544 ZIP code, covering 75% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Metronet is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 60544 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Metronet start at $39.95/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Plainfield, $48.10.
Metronet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.40 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Plainfield, $1.50.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Metronet offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in 60544 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 75% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Plainfield's providers, 305 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 60544 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 60544 and the greater Plainfield area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Plainfield at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Plainfield at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 60544 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Plainfield may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Plainfield DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 60544 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 60544. The next fastest internet provider in the 60544 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 60544 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Plainfield, $48.10.
Metronet is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 60544 ZIP code, covering 75% of the city.
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.
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.
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