12 Best Internet Providers in 61821, IL
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61821 ISP Report Card | A |
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Download Speed for Most Households | 3,127 Mbps |
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Number of Internet Service Providers | 12 |
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Real 61821 Customer Ratings | 5 |
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.
61821 has 12 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, DSL, and Fixed Wireless 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 61821.
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61821 has 12 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, DSL, and Fixed Wireless 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 61821.
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Above are the top 4 providers in 61821, 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 61821 ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in 61821, IL?
AT&T is the best internet provider in 61821 based on Illinois customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, AT&T had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in 61821, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. AT&T is an option for 99.74% of the zip.
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The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in 61821, Illinois, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in 61821
Local, State, and National Ratings for all 61821 Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | 61821 Overall | Illinois Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
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| AT&T |  (1) | (47) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Pavlov Media | (1) |  (3) | (9) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (2) |  (210) | (2164) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon |  (1) | (10) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| i3 Broadband | (0) | (16) | (23) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (14) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Fidium | (0) | (4) | (70) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (0) | (17) | (84) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (0) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (18) | View Plans | ||
| Volo Internet | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 323 reviews from Illinois internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for 61821 residents. AT&T was rated at an average of 3.62 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. XFINITY from Comcast wins for second-place in Illinois, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 99.9% coverage in 61821.
At a national level, based on 4354 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, i3 Broadband is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.05 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in 61821?
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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 61821?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the zip, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by AT&T. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, AT&T and EarthLink 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 61821
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
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| AT&T | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| EarthLink | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| Pavlov Media | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| Volo Internet | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| i3 Broadband | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Fidium Fiber | 500 Mbps | ||
| Nextlink | 500 Mbps | ||
| Verizon | 300 Mbps | ||
| Mediacom | 100 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| Rise Broadband | 25 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in 61821
| ISP / Tech Type | 61821 Speed | Illinois Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
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| Pavlov Media | (1) | (3) | (9) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (1) | (47) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (2) | (210) | (2164) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (1) | (10) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| i3 Broadband | (0) | (16) | (23) | View Plans | ||
| Fidium | (0) | (4) | (70) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (14) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (0) | (17) | (84) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) |  (11) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (0) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Volo Internet | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by 61821 ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the zip are available through AT&T and EarthLink. These internet providers offer speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in 61821. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,455 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 AT&T. This indicates AT&T reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in 61821?
Illinois customers rate Pavlov Media 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.
Pavlov Media received a local rating of 4.00 out of 5, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. XFINITY from Comcast is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s 61821 customers with an average price rating of 3.50 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in 61821, Illinois, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in 61821
| ISP / Tech Type | 61821 Affordability | Illinois Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| Pavlov Media | (1) | (3) | (9) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (2) | (210) | (2164) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (1) | (10) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (1) | (47) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| i3 Broadband | (0) | (16) | (23) | View Plans | ||
| Fidium | (0) | (4) | (70) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (14) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (0) | (17) | (84) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (0) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Volo Internet | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
61821 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 61821 below, including the metrics used and how 61821 compares to the rest of Illinois and nation.
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in 61821 that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 97.94% | 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. | 3,127 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 61821. | 9.1 | 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. | 14% | 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. | 96% | 95% | 95% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 92% | 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. | 78% | 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. | 79% | 75% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
61821 ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in 61821 is A, which is better than other zip codes. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in 61821 is high with a score of 67 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in 61821 have done a good job meeting the needs of its residents.
The 61821 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.
92% of 61821 households have an internet connection despite having 99.92% availability. 78% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 6% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 3% 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 78% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 79% subscribe to it. A large amount of 61821 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 61821?
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 80 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 52 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 60 / 100
How Much Speed does a 61821 Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in 61821 is 2.4, which is smaller than the Illinois average of 2.6 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. 61821's average household income is $77,649 which is about average for 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.
61821 also has 18% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is higher than the Illinois average of 16%. Additionally, 14% 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 61821 has a high need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, 61821 households are more technology-engaged. 96% of households have some sort of computing device, 88% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 92% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in 61821?
i3 Broadband Fiber in 61821, IL
Availability:
96.7%
Customer Rating:
(22)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
i3 Broadband offers Fiber service to 96.7% of 61821 homes. Across the zip, i3 Broadband Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
EarthLink Fiber in 61821, IL
Availability:
51.6%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
4,669 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 51.6% of 61821 homes. Across the zip, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,669 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for EarthLink Fiber. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in 61821 from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in 61821, IL
Availability:
51.6%
Customer Rating:
(544)
Avg. Download Speed
4,669 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 51.6% of 61821 homes. Across the zip, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,669 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for AT&T Fiber. AT&T Fiber is rated higher than other types of internet service available in 61821 from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Pavlov Media Fiber in 61821, IL
Availability:
17.3%
Customer Rating:
(3)
Avg. Download Speed
1,343 Mbps
Pavlov Media offers Fiber service to 17.3% of 61821 homes. Across the zip, Pavlov Media Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,343 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Pavlov Media Fiber.
Volo Internet Fiber in 61821, IL
Availability:
3.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Volo Internet offers Fiber service to 3.7% of 61821 homes. Across the zip, Volo Internet Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in 61821?
XFINITY Cable in 61821, IL
Availability:
99.9%
Customer Rating:
(1,910)
Avg. Download Speed
1,433 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 99.9% of 61821 homes. Across the zip, XFINITY Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,433 Mbps, with speeds from 1,200 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 35 and as high as 250, with an average of 98 Mbps throughout the zip.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in 61821?
EarthLink DSL in 61821, IL
Availability:
86.6%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
78 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 86.6% of 61821 homes. Across the zip, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 78 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 16 Mbps throughout the zip. EarthLink DSL is rated the same as other types of internet service available in 61821 from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in 61821, IL
Availability:
86.6%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
78 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 86.6% of 61821 homes. Across the zip, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 78 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 16 Mbps throughout the zip. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in 61821 from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Fidium DSL in 61821, IL
Availability:
7.1%
Customer Rating:
(13)
Avg. Download Speed
500 Mbps
Fidium Fiber offers DSL service to 7.1% of 61821 homes. Across the zip, Fidium DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 500 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in 61821?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in 61821, IL
Availability:
95.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
56 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.5% of 61821 homes. Across the zip, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 56 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 9.9 Mbps throughout the zip.
Nextlink Fixed Wireless in 61821, IL
Availability:
63.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
488 Mbps
Nextlink offers Fixed Wireless service to 63.6% of 61821 homes. Across the zip, Nextlink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 488 Mbps, with speeds from 100 Mpbs up to 500 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 20 and as high as 100, with an average of 99 Mbps throughout the zip.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in 61821, IL
Availability:
62.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
300 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 62.2% of 61821 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 61821, IL
Availability:
59.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
Rise Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 59.5% of 61821 homes. Across the zip, Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in 61821, IL
Availability:
43.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
42 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 43.5% of 61821 homes. Across the zip, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 42 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 6.9 Mbps throughout the zip.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in 61821, IL
Availability:
43.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
42 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 43.5% of 61821 homes. Across the zip, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 42 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 6.9 Mbps throughout the zip.
Mediacom Fixed Wireless in 61821, IL
Availability:
32.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
70 Mbps
Mediacom offers Fixed Wireless service to 32.9% of 61821 homes. Across the zip, Mediacom Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 70 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 12 Mbps throughout the zip.
Volo Internet Fixed Wireless in 61821, IL
Availability:
12.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
27 Mbps
Volo Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 12.0% of 61821 homes. Across the zip, Volo Internet Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 27 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 50 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 10 and as high as 50, with an average of 13 Mbps throughout the zip.
Which ISP Should You Choose in 61821?
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 61821 is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be AT&T and EarthLink. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, AT&T may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in 61821 is Pavlov Media.
- HughesNet, XFINITY from Comcast, and Viasat has the broadest coverage in 61821, 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 61821 compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how 61821 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 61821's A ISP Report Card and 67 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 72 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 62 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 57 / 100