Advertiser Disclosure While this page may contain offers from our partners, our opinions are our own. Here's how we rate providers
Shop the best Waterloo internet providers. Compare internet plan pricing and speeds from cable, DSL and fiber-optic providers in your area.
Shop local providers| Provider | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | $49.99 | 200 - 120 Mbps | Cable | 97% |
| Mediacom | $39.99 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 4.203% |
Harrisonville Telephone Company  | $27.95 | - | DSL | 89% |
| Harrisonville Telephone Company | $27.95 | - | Fiber-optic | 11% |
| HughesNet | $49.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| King Street Wireless | - | - | Wireless | 80% |
| Harrisonville Telephone Company | $27.95 | - | Wireless | 49% |
| Wisper ISP | $44.99 | 5 - 20 Mbps | Wireless | 18% |
*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 27, 2022.
Need help?9237
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 97.19%
3 providers - 4.20%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Waterloo 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 Waterloo area will have access to cable, which covers 97% of Waterloo residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 89% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 11% of those living in Waterloo.
There are seven internet providers serving the Waterloo area, and 97.19% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Waterloo's seven internet providers, prices start at $39.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viasat | 16 Mbps | 3 Mbps | Satellite |
| Spectrum | 99 Mbps | 13 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Waterloo.
The largest internet providers in Waterloo are Spectrum and Harrisonville Telephone Company bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to Waterloo.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Waterloo residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Harrisonville Telephone Company, which covers 89% of the area. Waterloo’s third most-available internet provider, Harrisonville Telephone Company, offers fiber-optic to around 11% of Waterloo residents.
|
|
|
|
|
*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 27, 2022.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to nearly all households in Waterloo covering 97% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Waterloo residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Waterloo, $43.82.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.25 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Waterloo, $0.73.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 120 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Waterloo. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Waterloo's providers, 235 Mbps.
|
|
|
|
|
*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 27, 2022.
DSL from Harrisonville Telephone Company offers broadband to nearly all households in Waterloo covering 89% of the area.
DSL internet from Harrisonville Telephone Company uses telephone lines in Waterloo 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 Harrisonville Telephone Company start at $27.95/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Waterloo, $43.82.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Harrisonville Telephone Company offers download speeds up to 80 Mbps and upload speeds up to 7 Mbps in Waterloo. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Waterloo's providers, 235 Mbps.
|
|
|
|
|
*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 27, 2022.
Fiber-optic from Harrisonville Telephone Company offers broadband to a limited number of households in Waterloo covering 11% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Harrisonville Telephone Company is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Waterloo than other internet types.
Internet prices for Harrisonville Telephone Company start at $27.95/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Waterloo, $43.82.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Harrisonville Telephone Company offers download speeds up to 80 Mbps and upload speeds up to 7 Mbps in Waterloo. These download speeds are available to 11% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Waterloo's providers, 235 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Waterloo, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Waterloo, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Waterloo and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Waterloo at $49.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Waterloo at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Waterloo residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in Waterloo with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 4.203% of households in Waterloo. The next fastest internet provider in Waterloo is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 120 Mbps to 97% of the area.
Harrisonville Telephone Company offers the cheapest internet in Waterloo with plans starting at $27.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Waterloo, $43.82.
Harrisonville Telephone Company is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Waterloo, covering 11% of the city.
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
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.
Our experts can help you find the right plan at the right price.
Call: (844) 451-2720
By subscribing, you agree to receive Allconnect promotional emails. Your privacy is important to us.
