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Internet Providers in Altamont, Illinois

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Home Internet in Altamont, IL

  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    225 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 12.4%
  • 2. Frontier
    Download Speeds:
    200 Mbps - 5 Gbps
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    Connection: DSL, Fixed Wireless, Fiber
    Availability: 43.8%
  • 3. Mediacom
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 59.5%
  • 4. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 5. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 6. Rural Comm
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 66.1%
  • 7. WATCH
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 30.2%
  • 8. Wisper ISP
    Speeds Up To
    400 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 55.7%
  • 9. KNR Wireless
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 95.9%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Altamont, IL

Frontier ranks as the top internet provider in Altamont, Illinois. It offers DSL and fiber connections with a maximum download speed of 115 Mbps. Plans start at $29.99 per month. However, its coverage is limited, reaching only 43.80% of Altamont. Frontier’s DSL and fiber coverage is 49% and 60%, respectively.

Viasat Internet holds the second rank and offers 100% coverage in Altamont using satellite technology. This ensures that even remote areas have access to the service. Viasat provides a maximum download speed of 150 Mbps, surpassing Frontier. However, its plans start much higher at $119.99 per month. While the extensive reach and higher speeds of Viasat make it a solid option for those in areas with unreliable connections, the higher cost might be a deterrent. Residents in Altamont also benefit from 99% fixed wireless coverage and complete satellite accessibility, providing multiple ways to stay connected.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • Rural Comm
  • KNR Wireless
95.94%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • AT&T
  • Viasat
  • Hughesnet
  • WATCH
  • Wisper ISP
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Frontier
  • Mediacom
59.47%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Altamont, IL

Provider Connection Types in Altamont, IL

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Altamont, IL
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
49.14%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
60.36%

List of Internet Providers in Altamont, IL

Provider Type Top Speed
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps
Frontier DSL, Fixed Wireless, Fiber 5 Gbps
Mediacom Cable 1 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
Rural Comm Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps
WATCH Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps
Wisper ISP Fixed Wireless 400 Mbps
KNR Wireless Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps

Internet Providers in Altamont, IL

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet Air $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 225 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Frontier $29.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 5 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Real-world speeds are impacted by multiple factors and average speeds may be lower than advertised speeds. DSL, Fixed Wireless, Fiber
Mediacom $19.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $129.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Rural Comm $65/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
WATCH Communications $59.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Wisper ISP $75/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 400 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
KNR Wireless $59.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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