14 Best Internet Providers in 60551, IL
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60551 ISP Report Card | C- |
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Download Speed for Most Households | 553 Mbps |
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Number of Internet Service Providers | 14 |
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Real 60551 Customer Ratings | 0 |
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
60551 has 14 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the zip. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in 60551.
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60551 has 14 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the zip. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in 60551.
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Above are the top 4 providers in 60551, IL for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your zip.
Speed and technology may vary by address for all providers. Please note we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers above, which does not impact the customer ratings displayed. Customer ratings listed above are national ratings, local 60551 ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in 60551, IL?
AirCell is the highest-rated internet provider in 60551 based on 99 Illinois customer reviews, and AirCell has the highest rating nationwide. The provider information above and the information immediately below can help you decide. Compare provider ratings and review counts above. The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in 60551, Illinois, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in 60551
Local, State, and National Ratings for all 60551 Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | 60551 Overall | Illinois Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
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| Surf | (0) |  (4) | (17) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (10) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| AirCell | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (14) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) |  (47) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (0) | (17) | (84) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (4) | (143) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (11) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| KWISP Wireless internet Services | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| ClearSKY Systems | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Blast Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Newarknet | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 99 reviews from Illinois internet customers, AirCell is the best internet service provider for 60551 residents. AirCell was rated at an average of 4.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. SURF Internet wins for second-place in Illinois, with 5.00 out of 5 stars and 33.4% coverage in 60551.
At a national level, based on 2235 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, AirCell is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.00 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in 60551?
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Speeds and coverage vary within the zip, and sometimes even from block to block. The map shows speeds per provider and where each provider is available.
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in 60551?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the zip, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by AirCell. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Mediacom should have faster speeds at a local level. While we typically put more weight on real-world customer ratings, we display both satisfaction and technical maximum information for customers to decide for themselves.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in 60551
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Mediacom | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| SURF Internet | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions (CFS) | 400 Mbps | ||
| Verizon | 300 Mbps | ||
| Frontier Communications | 115 Mbps | ||
| AirCell | 100 Mbps | ||
| Newarknet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Rise Broadband | 100 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Blast Communications | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| KWISP Wireless internet Services | 40 Mbps | ||
| AT&T | 25 Mbps | ||
| EarthLink | 25 Mbps | ||
| ClearSKY Systems | 25 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in 60551
| ISP / Tech Type | 60551 Speed | Illinois Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
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| Surf | (0) | (4) | (17) | View Plans | ||
| AirCell | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (14) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (0) | (17) | (84) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (10) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (47) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (4) | (143) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) |  (11) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| KWISP Wireless internet Services | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| ClearSKY Systems | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Blast Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Newarknet | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by 60551 ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the zip are available through Mediacom. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 60551. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,000 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers in the zip rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with AirCell. This indicates AirCell reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in 60551?
Illinois customers rate AirCell as the cheapest internet service provider in state. Data comes from customers in the state rating their satisfaction with pricing. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
AirCell received a local rating of 3.00 out of 5, which is much lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. SURF Internet is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s 60551 customers with an average price rating of 5.00 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in 60551, Illinois, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in 60551
| ISP / Tech Type | 60551 Affordability | Illinois Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| Surf | (0) | (4) | (17) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (4) | (143) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (10) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (14) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (47) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| AirCell | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (0) | (17) | (84) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| KWISP Wireless internet Services | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| ClearSKY Systems | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Blast Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Newarknet | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
60551 Internet Health Assessment
ISP Reports evaluates the technological infrastructure across the United States. This includes assessing a grade for ISP providers and infrastructure in the zip and setting an index number for the digital connectivity of its residents. You can view the ISP Report Card and the Digital Connectivity Index for 60551 below, including the metrics used and how 60551 compares to the rest of Illinois and nation.
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in 60551 that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 25.00% | 44.05% | 67.25% | ||
| Average Download SpeedThe maximum download speed most households can get on average. This is measured by availability in a block group and weighted by the population in that area. | 553 Mbps | 2,791 Mbps | 3,293 Mbps | ||
| Provider CountThe number of providers available for most people. This is a weighted average by block rather than a total for 60551. | 5.5 | 7.1 | 6.8 |
| Average Household SizeA larger household size in a zip indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion. | 2.4 | 2.6 | 2.7 | ||
| Work From Home PercentA higher percent of the population working from home indicates bandwidth requirements being more widely needed rather than consolidated to commercial portions of the city. | 6% | 14% | 14% | ||
| Households with DevicesA higher percentage of households with computing devices in the home indicates a higher level of infrastructure needed to support those households. | 97% | 95% | 95% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 88% | 90% | 90% | ||
| Households with BroadbandA higher percentage of households with a broadband connection (defined as speeds above 25 Mbps) indicates heavier usage needs within these households. | 56% | 74% | 75% | ||
| Broadband Usage vs. AvailabilityThis measures what percentage of households who have a broadband connection to their home actually have an active subscription to that service. | 57% | 75% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
60551 ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in 60551 is C-, which is worse than other zip codes. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in 60551 is high with a score of 41 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in 60551 have done a average job meeting the needs of its residents.
The 60551 ISP Report Card evaluates the zip on availability and speed metrics compared to other zip codes in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a zip needs. Please see our ISP Report Card along with the Digital Connectivity Index above to evaluate how well the connectivity demand is met by the existing infrastructure.
88% of 60551 households have an internet connection despite having 99.64% availability. 56% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 19% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 6% of households have internet but don’t pay for a subscription because it’s subsidized by the Affordable Connectivity Program.
As you can see in the table above, while 56% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 57% subscribe to it. A low number of 60551 residents are taking advantage of the available internet infrastructure.
For more details, please visit our ISP Report Card and Digital Connectivity Index pages.
How do Neighboring Zip Codes Compare to 60551?
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 44 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C
- Digital Connectivity Index: 49 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C
- Digital Connectivity Index: 57 / 100
How Much Speed does a 60551 Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in 60551 is 2.4, which is smaller than the Illinois average of 2.6 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. 60551's average household income is $88,698 which is higher than the Illinois average of $93,298 and higher than the national average of $90,606. Homes with fewer people living in them and with higher incomes tend to indicate a fairly average device usage pattern.
60551 also has 11% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Illinois average of 16%. Additionally, 6% of residents work from home, which is lower than the 14% of residents in Illinois who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of 60551 has a low need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, 60551 households are more technology-engaged. 97% of households have some sort of computing device, 80% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 94% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in 60551?
Surf Fiber in 60551, IL
Availability:
25.0%
Customer Rating:
(15)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
SURF Internet offers Fiber service to 25.0% of 60551 homes. Across the zip, Surf Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in 60551?
Mediacom Cable in 60551, IL
Availability:
14.4%
Customer Rating:
(71)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Mediacom offers Cable service to 14.4% of 60551 homes. Across the zip, Mediacom Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in 60551?
Frontier DSL in 60551, IL
Availability:
50.3%
Customer Rating:
(46)
Avg. Download Speed
55 Mbps
Frontier Communications offers DSL service to 50.3% of 60551 homes. Across the zip, Frontier DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 55 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 115 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 7.0, with an average of 3.4 Mbps throughout the zip.
EarthLink DSL in 60551, IL
Availability:
2.6%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 2.6% of 60551 homes. Across the zip, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
AT&T DSL in 60551, IL
Availability:
2.6%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 2.6% of 60551 homes. Across the zip, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in 60551?
Community Fiber Solutions Fixed Wireless in 60551, IL
Availability:
99.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
400 Mbps
Community Fiber Solutions (CFS) offers Fixed Wireless service to 99.6% of 60551 homes. Across the zip, Community Fiber Solutions Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 400 Mbps
ClearSKY Systems Fixed Wireless in 60551, IL
Availability:
95.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
ClearSKY Systems offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.9% of 60551 homes. Across the zip, ClearSKY Systems Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Blast Communications Fixed Wireless in 60551, IL
Availability:
66.4%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
77 Mbps
Blast Communications offers Fixed Wireless service to 66.4% of 60551 homes. Across the zip, Blast Communications Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 77 Mbps, with speeds from 75 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 10 and as high as 10, with an average of 10 Mbps throughout the zip.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in 60551, IL
Availability:
59.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
52 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 59.0% of 60551 homes. Across the zip, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 52 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 9.0 Mbps throughout the zip.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in 60551, IL
Availability:
31.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
300 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 31.9% of 60551 homes. Across the zip, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 300 Mbps
Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless in 60551, IL
Availability:
26.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
66 Mbps
Rise Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 26.3% of 60551 homes. Across the zip, Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 66 Mbps, with speeds from 50 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 10 and as high as 20, with an average of 13 Mbps throughout the zip.
KWISP Wireless internet Services Fixed Wireless in 60551, IL
Availability:
25.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
22 Mbps
KWISP Wireless internet Services offers Fixed Wireless service to 25.6% of 60551 homes. Across the zip, KWISP Wireless internet Services Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 22 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 40 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 10, with an average of 4.8 Mbps throughout the zip.
Newarknet Fixed Wireless in 60551, IL
Availability:
23.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Newarknet offers Fixed Wireless service to 23.9% of 60551 homes. Across the zip, Newarknet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Surf Fixed Wireless in 60551, IL
Availability:
17.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
SURF Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 17.5% of 60551 homes. Across the zip, Surf Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 25 Mbps
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in 60551, IL
Availability:
1.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 1.6% of 60551 homes. Across the zip, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 25 Mbps
AT&T Fixed Wireless in 60551, IL
Availability:
1.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 1.6% of 60551 homes. Across the zip, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 25 Mbps
AirCell Fixed Wireless in 60551, IL
Availability:
1.1%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
AirCell offers Fixed Wireless service to 1.1% of 60551 homes. Across the zip, AirCell Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Which ISP Should You Choose in 60551?
The right ISP for you depends upon your needs, but in general we can make the following suggestions:
- The best all-around internet service provider in 60551 is AirCell.
- The fastest internet provider should be Mediacom. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, AirCell may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in 60551 is AirCell.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and Community Fiber Solutions (CFS) has the broadest coverage in 60551, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what's available at your home, please use our address search tool.
How does 60551 compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how 60551 stacks up on the national level, it's useful to look at some other cities with similarly sized populations. Below you can see a list of these cities and how they compare to 60551's C- ISP Report Card and 41 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 63 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 93 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 92 / 100