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Internet providers in Washington, IL
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Washington, IL internet providers
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| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 24 Mbps | DSL | 93% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| MTCO Corporation | - | - | DSL | 100% |
| MTCO Corporation | - | - | Fiber-optic | 99% |
| Seaport/CWB iTV-3 Holdco, LLC | - | - | DSL | 4.955% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Noize Communications LLC | $29.95 | 3 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $39.95 | 5 - 5 Mbps | Wireless | 21% |
*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?Washington internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Washington 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 Washington area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Washington residents. 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 99% of those living in Washington.
There are eight internet providers serving the Washington area, and 99.87% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Washington's eight internet providers, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Washington
The largest internet providers in Washington are Frontier, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Washington.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Washington residents, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 99% of the area. Washington’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Washington residents.
Frontier 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 Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Washington covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Washington 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 $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Washington, $39.65.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Washington, $3.60.
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 Washington. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Washington's providers, 178 Mbps.
Xfinity 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 Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Washington covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Washington residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Washington, $39.65.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Washington, $3.60.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 987 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Washington. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Washington's providers, 178 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Washington covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Washington 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 Washington, $39.65.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Washington, $3.60.
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 Washington. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Washington's providers, 178 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Washington?
MTCO Corporation is the fastest internet provider in Washington with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Washington. The next fastest internet provider in Washington is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 987 Mbps to 99% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Washington?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in Washington with plans starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Washington, $39.65.
Is fiber internet available in Washington?
MTCO Corporation is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Washington, covering 99% of the city.
Why is my internet slow today?
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.
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.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
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.
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