Compare 62298 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Waterloo – 58 Mbps
IL – 142 Mbps
U.S. – 125 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Waterloo – 15 Mbps
IL – 34 Mbps
U.S. – 45 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Waterloo.
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Find internet providers serving the 62298 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 24 Mbps | DSL | 3.080% |
Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 120 Mbps | Cable | 61% |
Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 4.470% |
Harrisonville Telephone Company | $27.95 | - | DSL | 88% |
Harrisonville Telephone Company | $27.95 | - | Fiber-optic | 6.210% |
HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
King Street Wireless | - | - | Wireless | 90% |
Harrisonville Telephone Company | $27.95 | - | Wireless | 58% |
Wisper ISP | $44.99 | 5 - 20 Mbps | Wireless | 31% |
*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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 97.51%
2 providers - 61.70%
3 providers - 3.48%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 98%, broadband coverage in the 62298 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 62298 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 91% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 62% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 6.210% of those living in the 62298 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 62298 area, and 61.70% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 62298, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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Spectrum | 99 Mbps | 13 Mbps | Cable |
Viasat | 16 Mbps | 3 Mbps | Satellite |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Waterloo.
The largest internet providers serving the 62298 ZIP code are Spectrum, Harrisonville Telephone Company, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to most in the 62298 ZIP code, covering 61% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Harrisonville Telephone Company, which covers 88% of the area. Waterloo’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 62298 ZIP code.
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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 27, 2022.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to most households in the 62298 ZIP code, covering 61% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 62298 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Waterloo, $40.84.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Waterloo, $0.80.
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 62298 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 61% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Waterloo's providers, 200 Mbps.
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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 27, 2022.
DSL from Harrisonville Telephone Company offers broadband to nearly all households in the 62298 ZIP code, covering 88% of the area.
DSL internet from Harrisonville Telephone Company 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 Harrisonville Telephone Company start at $27.95/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Waterloo, $40.84.
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 62298 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Waterloo's providers, 200 Mbps.
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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 27, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 62298 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 62298 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Waterloo, $40.84.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Waterloo, $0.80.
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 62298 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Waterloo's providers, 200 Mbps.
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in the 62298 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 4.470% of households in 62298. The next fastest internet provider in the 62298 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 120 Mbps to 61% of the area.
Harrisonville Telephone Company offers the cheapest internet in the 62298 ZIP with service starting at $27.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Waterloo, $40.84.
Harrisonville Telephone Company is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 62298 ZIP code, covering 6.210% of the city.
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.
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
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.