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Internet Providers in Columbia, Illinois

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Home Internet in Columbia, IL

  • 1. Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 73.4%
    Columbia speed tests confirm high speeds for Spectrum
  • 2. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 39.3%
  • 4. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 31.3%
  • 5. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 6. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 39.3%
  • 7. Harrisonville Telephone Company
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 90.5%
  • 8. Wisper ISP
    Speeds Up To
    400 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 44.4%
  • 9. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 17.4%

Best Internet Providers in Columbia, IL

Spectrum dominates the internet service market in Columbia, Illinois, with cable connections covering 73.40% of the area. They offer high-speed internet with download speeds up to 1 Gbps, suitable for both routine tasks and high-bandwidth activities. Plans start at $49.99 per month, making Spectrum a competitive choice for speed and value, ensuring many residents can access their services.

Viasat Internet, the second major provider, uses satellite connections to deliver 100% coverage across Columbia. Although its maximum download speed of 150 Mbps lags behind Spectrum, Viasat guarantees availability even in the city's most remote parts. However, with a starting price of $119.99 per month, it may be less economical where other options exist.

EarthLink 5G Home Internet ranks third, using 5G connections to cover 31.30% of the area. EarthLink offers speeds up to 100 Mbps and the most affordable starting price at $39.95 per month. While its coverage is more limited, EarthLink serves as a viable low-cost option for residents within its reach.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • EarthLink
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Wisper ISP
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Spectrum
  • Harrisonville Telephone Company
90.51%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Columbia, IL

Provider Connection Types in Columbia, IL

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Columbia, IL
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
91.74%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
75.41%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
11.16%

List of Internet Providers in Columbia, IL

Provider Type Top Speed
Spectrum Cable 1 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
T-Mobile 5G Internet 415 Mbps
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps
Harrisonville Telephone Company DSL, Fiber 1 Gbps
Wisper ISP Fixed Wireless 400 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps

Internet Providers in Columbia, IL

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Spectrum $30/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
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 415 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
EarthLink 5G Home Internet $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Harrisonville Telephone Company $35.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, Fiber
Wisper ISP $75/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 400 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
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet

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