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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| MR Systems Wireless | $48.00 | 4 - 20 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
*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 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.84%
2 providers - 98.85%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Watseka 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 Watseka area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Watseka residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Watseka, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the Watseka area, and 98.85% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Watseka's six internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Watseka are AT&T, Mediacom, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Watseka.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Watseka residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 99% of the area. Watseka’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Watseka residents.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in Watseka covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Watseka 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 AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Watseka, $47.98.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Watseka, $1.65.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Watseka. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Watseka's providers, 182 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to all households in Watseka covering 99% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Watseka residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Watseka, $47.98.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Watseka, $1.65.
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 Watseka. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Watseka's providers, 182 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Watseka covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Watseka 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Watseka, $47.98.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Watseka, $1.65.
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 Watseka. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Watseka's providers, 182 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Watseka with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Watseka. The next fastest internet provider in Watseka is Mediacom, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 99% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in Watseka with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Watseka, $47.98.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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.
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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