| Provider | ||||
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| Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | DSL | 93% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
King Street Wireless  | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
*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 - 99.83%
2 providers - 92.67%
3 providers - 0.41%
4+ providers - 0%
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.
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.
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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 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 $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Rantoul, $45.98.
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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 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, $45.98.
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, $1.12.
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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*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 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, $45.98.
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, $1.12.
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.
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, $45.98.
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
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.
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.
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.
*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.
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