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Internet providers in 62205

62205 internet providers

Provider
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 Mbps DSL 94%
Spectrum $49.99 300 - 1,000 Mbps ** Cable 100%
Mediacom $19.99 100 - 1,000 Mbps Cable 18%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 Mbps Satellite 100%
Wisper ISP $65.00 25 - 400 Mbps Wireless 100%
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62205 internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in the 62205 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 62205 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 95% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in East Saint Louis, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.

There are eight internet providers serving the 62205 area, and 95.13% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 62205, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.

Top high-speed internet providers in 62205

The largest internet providers serving the 62205 ZIP code are AT&T, Spectrum, and Mediacom bringing DSL and cable options to the area.

DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 62205 ZIP code, covering 94% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. East Saint Louis’s third most-available internet provider, Mediacom, offers cable to around 18% of residents in the 62205 ZIP code.

AT&T DSL internet

Provider
AT&T
Starting price*
$55/mo.
Max download speed

5,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

94%

DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 62205 ZIP code, covering 94% 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 $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in East Saint Louis, $54.16.

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 East Saint Louis, $0.69.

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 20 Mbps in 62205 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all East Saint Louis's providers, 209 Mbps.

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Spectrum cable internet

Provider
Spectrum
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps**

(wireless speeds may vary)

Max upload speed

5 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in the 62205 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.

Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 62205 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in East Saint Louis, $54.16.

Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in East Saint Louis, $0.69.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in 62205 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all East Saint Louis's providers, 209 Mbps.

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Mediacom cable internet

Provider
Mediacom
Starting price*
$19.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

50 Mbps

Average availability

18%

Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 62205 ZIP code, covering 18% of the area.

Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 62205 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 East Saint Louis, $54.16.

Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in East Saint Louis, $0.69.

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 62205 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 18% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all East Saint Louis's providers, 209 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 62205 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 62205 and the greater East Saint Louis area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in East Saint Louis at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in East Saint Louis at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 62205 ZIP, 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 East Saint Louis may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 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 East Saint Louis cable and DSL internet providers.

Internet providers in 62205 frequently asked questions

AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 62205 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 94% of households in 62205. The next fastest internet provider in the 62205 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps* to 100% of the area.

Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 62205 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in East Saint Louis, $54.16.

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%.

Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.

No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.

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