Compare 61866 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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Internet providers in 61866
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61866 internet providers
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| Frontier | $54.99 | - | DSL | 94% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Rise Broadband  | $25.00 | 25 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $64.99 | 12 - 12 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 Aug 11, 2022.
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Broadband availability
7339
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.42%
2 providers - 93.22%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 61866 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 61866 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 98% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 94% 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 61866 area, and 93.22% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 61866, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
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Average internet speeds in Rantoul
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Frontier | 19 Mbps | 2 Mbps | DSL |
| Mediacom | 111 Mbps | 19 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Rantoul.
Top high-speed internet providers in 61866
The largest internet providers serving the 61866 ZIP code are Frontier, Mediacom, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all in the 61866 ZIP code, covering 94% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 98% of the area. Rantoul’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 61866 ZIP code.
Frontier 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 Aug 11, 2022.
**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
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in the 61866 ZIP code, covering 94% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier 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 Frontier start at $54.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Rantoul, $45.99.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 24 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in 61866 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Rantoul's providers, 263 Mbps.
Mediacom 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 Aug 11, 2022.
**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
Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to nearly all households in the 61866 ZIP code, covering 98% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 61866 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, $45.99.
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 61866 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rantoul's providers, 263 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 Aug 11, 2022.
**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
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 61866 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 61866 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 Rantoul, $45.99.
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 61866 ZIP code. 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.
Internet providers in 61866 frequently asked questions
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in the 61866 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in 61866. The next fastest internet provider in the 61866 ZIP code is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 61866 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Rantoul, $45.99.
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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If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
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