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Internet providers in Taylorville, IL
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| Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 11% |
| Computer Techniques, Inc. | - | - | Fiber-optic | 99% |
| Consolidated Communications | $25 | 10 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 95% |
| Consolidated Communications | $25 | 10 - 20 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 2.931% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $39.95 | 5 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Shelby Electric Cooperative Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| King Street Wireless | - | - | Wireless | 48% |
| MR Systems Wireless, LLC | - | - | Wireless | 1.113% |
*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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Taylorville internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Taylorville 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 Taylorville area will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 99% of Taylorville residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 95% of the area. Cable is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 14% of those living in Taylorville.
There are nine internet providers serving the Taylorville area, and 94.64% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Taylorville's nine internet providers, prices start at $25 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
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Top high-speed internet providers in Taylorville
The largest internet providers in Taylorville are Mediacom, Consolidated Communications, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Taylorville.
Cable internet from Mediacom is available to many Taylorville residents, covering 11% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Consolidated Communications, which covers 95% of the area. Taylorville’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Taylorville residents.
Mediacom cable internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to a limited number of households in Taylorville covering 11% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Taylorville residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Taylorville, $40.99.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Taylorville, $1.71.
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 Taylorville. These download speeds are available to 11% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Taylorville's providers, 224 Mbps.
Consolidated Communications DSL internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Consolidated Communications offers broadband to nearly all households in Taylorville covering 95% of the area.
DSL internet from Consolidated Communications uses telephone lines in Taylorville 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 Consolidated Communications start at $25/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Taylorville, $40.99.
Consolidated Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.50 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Taylorville, $1.71.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Consolidated Communications offers download speeds up to 50 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Taylorville. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Taylorville's providers, 224 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Taylorville covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Taylorville 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Taylorville, $40.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Taylorville, $1.71.
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 Taylorville. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Taylorville's providers, 224 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Taylorville?
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in Taylorville with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 11% of households in Taylorville. The next fastest internet provider in Taylorville is Computer Techniques, Inc., offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 99% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Taylorville?
Consolidated Communications offers the cheapest internet in Taylorville with plans starting at $25/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Taylorville, $40.99.
Is fiber internet available in Taylorville?
Computer Techniques, Inc. is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Taylorville, covering 99% of the city. Consolidated Communications also offers fiber internet in Taylorville and is available to 2.931% of households.
How do I get faster internet?
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
How do I get cheaper internet?
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
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.
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