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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 | 25 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
Marseilles Telephone Company | $54.95 | 50 - 10 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
Marseilles Telephone Company | $54.95 | 50 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 99% |
i3 Broadband | $44.99 | - | DSL | 4.955% |
HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Noize Communications | $29.95 | 3 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Skybeam | - | - | 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 Feb 22, 2021.
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 Marseilles Telephone Company bringing DSL and cable 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, Marseilles Telephone Company, offers DSL 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 Feb 22, 2021.
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, $42.55.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Washington, $1.47.
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, 346 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 Feb 22, 2021.
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 significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Washington, $42.55.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Washington, $1.47.
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, 346 Mbps.
Marseilles Telephone Company 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Marseilles Telephone Company offers broadband to all households in Washington covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from Marseilles Telephone Company 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 Marseilles Telephone Company start at $54.95/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Washington, $42.55.
Marseilles Telephone Company customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.10 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Washington, $1.47.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Marseilles Telephone Company offers download speeds up to 10 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 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, 346 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Washington, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Washington, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Washington and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Washington at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Washington at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Washington residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Washington may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $59.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Washington DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Washington?
Marseilles Telephone Company 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, $42.55.
Is fiber internet available in Washington?
Marseilles Telephone Company is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Washington, covering 99% of the city.
What are my internet options?
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
What internet speeds do I get?
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.