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Rantoul, IL internet providers

Provider
Frontier $54.99 VariesDSL93%
Mediacom $19.99 100 - 1,000 MbpsCable100%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Rise Broadband $29.95 25 - 250 MbpsWireless100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%

*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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Rantoul internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    1000 Mbps

    Provider: Mediacom

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    12768

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 99.83%

    2 providers - 92.67%

    3 providers - 0.41%

    4+ providers - 0%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 99%

    DSL - 100%

    Fiber - 0.140%

    Source: FCC

At 100%, broadband coverage in Rantoul 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 Rantoul area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Rantoul residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Rantoul, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.

There are six internet providers serving the Rantoul area, and 92.67% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Rantoul's six internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.

Results from real users

Average internet speeds in Rantoul

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Mediacom 111 Mbps 19 Mbps Cable
Frontier 19 Mbps 2 Mbps DSL

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Rantoul.

Compare Rantoul internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Rantoul – 110 Mbps

    IL – 142 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Rantoul – 20 Mbps

    IL – 33 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Rantoul.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Rantoul

The largest internet providers in Rantoul are Frontier, Mediacom, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Rantoul.

DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Rantoul residents, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 100% of the area. Rantoul’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Rantoul residents.

Frontier DSL internet

Provider
Frontier
Starting price*
$54.99/mo.
Max download speed

Varies

Max upload speed

2 Mbps

Average availability

93%

*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 Rantoul covering 93% of the area.

DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Rantoul 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Rantoul, $47.98.

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Mediacom cable internet

Provider
Mediacom
Starting price*
$19.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

50 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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 Mediacom offers broadband to all households in Rantoul covering 100% of the area.

Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Rantoul 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 Rantoul, $47.98.

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 Rantoul, $1.17.

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 Rantoul. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rantoul's providers, 263 Mbps.

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HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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 Rantoul covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Rantoul 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 Rantoul, $47.98.

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 Rantoul, $1.17.

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 Rantoul. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Rantoul's providers, 263 Mbps.

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Internet provider frequently asked questions

Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in Rantoul with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Rantoul. The next fastest internet provider in Rantoul is Rise Broadband, offering download speeds up to 250 Mbps to 100% of the area.

Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in Rantoul with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Rantoul, $47.98.

Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.

Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.

No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.

The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.

*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem

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