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Internet Providers in Columbia, Illinois

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Home Internet in Columbia, IL
  • Provider
    • Spectrum
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • EarthLink
    • Verizon
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Harrisonville Telephone Company
    • Wisper ISP
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 73.4%
    Columbia speed tests confirm high speeds for Spectrum
  • 2. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
    All-In Internet plans can experience faster speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 133 Mbps – 415 Mbps. 25% of our customers see speeds below and 25% see speeds above these ranges. Mobile 5G Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 39.3%
  • 4. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 31.3%
  • 5. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 17.4%
  • 6. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 7. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 39.3%
  • 8. Harrisonville Telephone Company
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 90.5%
  • 9. Wisper ISP
    Speeds Up To
    400 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 44.4%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

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 Coverage Map and Store Locations for Columbia, Illinois

Looking for internet providers near you? This map can help. Use the drop-down menu to select an internet provider in your area, then enter your address into the address bar. The map will show your neighborhood and overlay the internet provider's availability by address, so that you can see which providers are available exactly where you live. You can also use the map to find internet store locations near you — just toggle the switch to "stores" and choose a provider in your area from the drop down menu to see exactly where that ISP's local stores are.

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%

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 $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 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 150 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

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