Illinois Internet Providers

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Illinois internet at a glance

246

Internet providers available in Illinois

$71.52

Average monthly cost of internet in Illinois

202.98 Mbps

Average download speed in Illinois

Illinois ranks #19 nationally for average internet speeds, with a statewide average download speed of 137 Mbps. The average internet cost in Illinois is $71.52 per month, which is lower than the national average of $81.33 per month.

With 245 internet providers, nearly a third (30.85%) of Illinois residents have access to fiber-optic internet and 28% of rural residents can also get fiber in their area. The state offers a mix of fiber, cable, DSL, and 5G home internet, but broadband access varies significantly by location. Urban centers such as Chicago, Springfield, and Peoria enjoy high-speed broadband options, but many rural areas still struggle with limited connectivity.

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Illinois’ high rate of internet connectivity, sitting at 90.83%, is contrasted by the 9.2% of households that still lack internet access. As many as 465,187 residents don’t have broadband access, which can affect remote work, education, and healthcare services.

To help bridge this digital divide, Illinois has been allocated $1.04 billion BEAD funding for improved broadband access in rural and underserved areas. The state has been proactive in addressing these issues through initiatives like “Connect Illinois,” the largest state broadband funding program in the US, with over $400 million allocated to expanding broadband access.

Illinois continues to push forward with Round 4 of Connect Illinois grants, prioritizing unserved and underserved communities. These efforts reflect the state’s commitment to ensuring that all residents—regardless of location—have access to reliable, high-speed internet.

Average cost of internet in Illinois

$71.52/month

National Average: $80.11/month

Median household income in Illinois

$6,101.19/month

National Average: $6,717.50/month

Access to internet in Illinois

83.35% of households

have access to internet in Illinois

16.65% of households

do not have access to internet - that leaves over 841.88K people.

$1.04B BEAD funding

The total allocated BEAD funding in Illinois is $1,040,420,751.50. This calculates out to 81.2 per state resident.

The Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) initiative provides $42B to expand high-speed internet access to underserved areas across the U.S.

BEAD internet funding across states

Internet availability in Illinois

5G home internet is available to 73.85% of Illinois residents, offering a flexible and affordable alternative to satellite internet—especially in areas where cable and fiber infrastructure are limited. As mobile networks expand, 5G home internet is playing an increasingly important role in connecting households in both suburban and rural parts of the state.

Internet availability by connection type

DSL availability

74%

DSL maxes out at 100Mbps, but many DSL customers get much slower speeds than that. DSL is becoming obsolete, but it’s still a solid option in rural areas.

Fiber availability

50%

Renowned for its reliability, fiber can reach download and upload speeds up to 10,000Mbps. While it isn’t available everywhere, it’s the best internet you can get.

Cable availability

90%

Cable is bread-and-butter internet—widely available, often affordable, and very fast, delivering download speeds that range anywhere from 25Mbps to 1,200Mbps.

5G Home availability

58%

5G home internet is fast, affordable, easy to install, and available in many locations where other options are limited.

Satellite availability

99%

Satellite is available practically everywhere, even in the most remote parts of the country. It’s costly and comes with strict data limits and slow speeds, so use it as a last resort.

Top 3 Illinois providers

Provider	Max download speed	Price starting at	Availability	Learn More
	245Mbps	$50	49%	View Plans
	1,000Mbps	$50	15%	View Plans
	1,200Mbps	$25	17%	View Plans

Offers and availability vary by location and are subject to change. Data verified as of the article's publication date.

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Just like your neighbor or friend who’s looking out for your needs, our reviewers make sure you know exactly what you’re signing up for: We uncover the fine print and spell out the extra fees so you don’t get blindsided later. We interview dozens of real customers who dish on their experience with their internet provider—the good stuff and the bad. We also maintain an up-to-date library of internet plans and their prices available in every zip code across the country, so you have all the best internet options laid out for you.

For a deeper look at our review process, check out How we test internet providers.

Summary of internet services in Illinois

With an average download speed of 137 Mbps (slightly below the national average), Illinois ranks #22 nationally for internet speeds. Roughly 90.83% of households have internet access, but 9.2%—over 465,000 residents—remain unconnected, limiting access to remote work, education, and healthcare.
Urban centers like Chicago, Springfield, and Peoria enjoy widespread broadband access, but many rural communities still face connectivity gaps. The state ranks 43rd in fiber coverage, highlighting a significant opportunity for broadband expansion, especially in underserved rural areas.

To address this, Illinois launched “Connect Illinois”, the largest state broadband funding program in the country, with over $400 million allocated to expanding high-speed internet access.

– Trevor Wheelwright

FAQ's for internet in Illinois

The average internet speed in Illinois is 202.98 Mbps

The average cost of internet in Illinois is $71.52/month.

Fiber internet is available in 88.15% of Illinois.

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Illinois Internet Providers

Illinois internet at a glance

246

$71.52

202.98 Mbps

Average cost of internet in Illinois

Average cost of internet in Illinois

$71.52/month

Median household income in Illinois

$6,101.19/month

Access to internet in Illinois

83.35% of households

16.65% of households

$1.04B BEAD funding

Internet availability in Illinois

Internet availability by connection type

Top 3 Illinois providers

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