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Internet providers in 60185
Find internet providers serving the 60185 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 96% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $39.95 | 5 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 77% |
| E-Vergent | $59.95 | 10 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 63% |
| Intelligent Computing Solutions | $35 | 0.5 - 10 Mbps | Wireless | 37% |
*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?60185 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 60185 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 60185 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 98% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in West Chicago, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are seven internet providers serving the 60185 area, and 96.76% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 60185, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 987 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 60185
The largest internet providers serving the 60185 ZIP code are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 60185 ZIP code, covering 96% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 98% of the area. West Chicago’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 60185 ZIP code.
AT&T 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 AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 60185 ZIP code, covering 96% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T 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 AT&T start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in West Chicago, $43.55.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in West Chicago, $1.81.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 60185 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all West Chicago's providers, 166 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 nearly all households in the 60185 ZIP code, covering 98% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 60185 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 West Chicago, $43.55.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in West Chicago, $1.81.
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 60185 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all West Chicago's providers, 166 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 60185 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 60185 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 West Chicago, $43.55.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in West Chicago, $1.81.
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 60185 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all West Chicago's providers, 166 Mbps.
Internet providers in 60185 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 60185?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 60185 ZIP code with download speeds up to 987 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in 60185. The next fastest internet provider in the 60185 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 75 Mbps to 96% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 60185?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 60185 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in West Chicago, $43.55.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
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.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
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.
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