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Internet Providers in Palmer, Illinois

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Home Internet in Palmer, IL

  • 1. Mediacom
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 50%
  • 2. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. Rise Broadband
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 31.8%
  • 4. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 5. Consolidated
    Speeds Up To
    90 Mbps
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    Connection: DSL
    Availability: 39.2%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Palmer, IL

In Palmer, Illinois, Viasat Internet ranks as the top provider. Through satellite connections, Viasat ensures 100% village coverage, reaching every resident. It offers a maximum download speed of 150 Mbps, which is significant for satellite service, starting at $119.99 per month. While this rate is higher, the extensive coverage and speed might be worth the cost for those needing consistent access.

Following Viasat, HughesNet stands out by also delivering 100% coverage via satellite. It offers a maximum download speed of 100 Mbps at a starting price of $49.99 per month. This more affordable option appeals to budget-conscious consumers, despite its slightly lower speed. HughesNet's full coverage and attractive price point make it a strong choice for reliable internet.

Beyond satellite, Palmer's internet landscape includes limited coverage from other types. Fiber covers 49%, and fixed wireless reaches 39% of the area. Hence, satellite providers remain the most reliable options for village-wide coverage.

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
  • Rise Broadband
31.840000000000003%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • Hughesnet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Mediacom
50%

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Provider Connection Types in Palmer, IL

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Palmer, IL
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
47.620000000000005%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
48.809999999999995%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
0.4%

List of Internet Providers in Palmer, IL

Provider Type Top Speed
Mediacom Cable 1 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
Consolidated DSL 90 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps

Internet Providers in Palmer, IL

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
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
Rise Broadband $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Consolidated Communications $51.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 90 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL
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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