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Internet Providers in Putnam, Illinois

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Home Internet in Putnam, IL
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Hughesnet
    • Frontier
    • XNET WiFi
    • Nextlink Internet
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 11.2%
  • 2. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 99.8%
  • 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: 8%
  • 4. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 99.6%
  • Frontier
    Call For Details: (855) 915-4111
    Connection: DSL
    Availability: 56.8%
  • XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 11.2%
  • Nextlink Internet
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 53.2%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 98.5%

Best Internet Providers in Putnam, IL

Frontier serves as a strong internet choice for Putnam, Illinois residents. Its DSL connection covers 56.80% of the community, offering download speeds up to 115 Mbps for $64.99 per month. This makes Frontier a solid option for those who value both speed and reasonable cost. However, availability limits some residents from accessing this provider.

Residents without Frontier access can turn to Viasat Internet or Hughesnet. Viasat's satellite connection covers 99.80% of Putnam, providing speeds up to 150 Mbps, though plans start at a higher $119.99 per month. Despite the higher cost, Viasat's near-universal coverage benefits almost all residents. Hughesnet, also a satellite provider, covers 99.60% of Putnam with speeds up to 100 Mbps, starting at $49.99 per month. This makes Hughesnet a more budget-friendly option for cost-conscious users.

Overall, while DSL and fixed wireless options are somewhat limited in Putnam, Viasat and Hughesnet effectively fill the gap, particularly in underserved areas.

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
  • Nextlink Internet
53.2%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • AT&T
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • Hughesnet
  • Frontier
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
99.75%

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Provider Connection Types in Putnam, IL

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Putnam, IL
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
44.75%

Internet Providers in Putnam, IL

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet Air $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 300 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Viasat Internet $99.99/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
Frontier $64.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 115 Mbps DSL
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Nextlink Internet $30/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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