Best Internet Providers in Alexander County, IL
All 7 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Alexander County, IL
Alexander County has 7 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the county. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 3 available internet technologies in Alexander County.
Ranks compare Alexander County with the 102 Illinois counties.
The Best Internet in Alexander County, IL at a Glance
Alexander County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Wisper Internet
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
T-Mobile Home Internet
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this county are excluded from the list. To see if one of these providers is available at your home, please use the address search above.
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 Alexander County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Alexander County, IL?
T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet provider in Alexander County based on Illinois customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, T-Mobile Home Internet had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Alexander County, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. T-Mobile Home Internet is an option for 69.27% of the county.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Alexander County?
Coverage changes block by block. Pick a provider and a technology to see where its service reaches: the darker the area, the larger the share of homes it covers. For your exact address, use the address search above.
Coverage map for each provider in Alexander County
How Alexander County Compares to the Rest of Illinois
Alexander County's report card score is 102nd of 102 and its connectivity index is 102nd of 102.
| Measure | Alexander County | Rank among Illinois counties | Illinois | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 11.2% | 102nd of 102 | 47.6% | 71.5% | Hardin County (99.4%) |
| Average top speed | 1,191 Mbps | 91st of 102 | 3,187 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Champaign County (6,608 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 3.6 | 99th of 102 | 7.3 | 7.1 | Champaign County (9.4) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | |||||
| People per household | 2.5 | Tied 19th of 102 | 2.6 | 2.7 | Calhoun County (3.6) |
| Workers who work from home | 5% | Tied 91st of 102 | 16% | 15% | DuPage County (22%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 77% | 101st of 102 | 95% | 96% | DuPage County and Kendall County and 1 more (98%) |
| Homes with internet | 62% | 101st of 102 | 91% | 91% | Kendall County and McHenry County (96%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 17% | 102nd of 102 | 75% | 76% | Kendall County (86%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 40% | 101st of 102 | 81% | 81% | Kendall County (90%) |
| Median household income | $52,688 | 100th of 102 | $95,616 | $93,246 | Lake County ($124,748) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 15% | Tied 18th of 102 | 16% | 16% | Champaign County (31%) |
Fiber reaches 11.2% of homes in Alexander County, against 47.6% across Illinois. Households in Alexander County are smaller than the US average (2.5 people against 2.7); 5% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $52,688 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
How Alexander County Compares to Its Neighbors
Alexander County has 6 neighbors, 4 of them in Missouri and Kentucky. Among them, Ballard County, KY has the most homes with fiber (99.8%) and Mississippi County, MO the fewest (27.7%); Alexander County has 11.2%.
Map of Alexander County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
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Alexander County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander County (this page) | 5,240 | 11.2% | 1,191 Mbps | 3.6 | D+ | 13/100 |
| Cape Girardeau County, MO | 81,710 | 58.5% | 982 Mbps | 7.9 | C+ | 53/100 |
| Scott County, MO | 38,059 | 47.4% | 998 Mbps | 5.2 | C- | 50/100 |
| Union County | 17,244 | 50.4% | 3,993 Mbps | 5.5 | C+ | 17/100 |
| Mississippi County, MO | 12,577 | 27.7% | 995 Mbps | 4.5 | D+ | 57/100 |
| Ballard County, KY | 7,728 | 99.8% | 1,024 Mbps | 3.4 | C+ | 40/100 |
| Pulaski County | 5,193 | 32.3% | 2,061 Mbps | 4.5 | C | 19/100 |
Internet in Alexander County by City and ZIP Code
Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in Alexander County
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cairo | 1,916 | 21.4% | 1,773 Mbps | 3.7 | C- | 12/100 |
| Tamms | 1,071 | 13.0% | 1,047 Mbps | 3.5 | D+ | 12/100 |
| Olive Branch | 616 | 8.0% | 1,370 Mbps | 4.1 | D+ | 5/100 |
| Thebes | 595 | 9.2% | 1,033 Mbps | 2.6 | D | 18/100 |
| McClure | 333 | 0.0% | 218 Mbps | 4.3 | D- | 20/100 |
| East Cape Girardeau | 289 | 0.0% | 391 Mbps | 5 | D | 20/100 |
| Elco | 243 | 0.0% | 345 Mbps | 2.4 | F | 32/100 |
| Gale | 138 | 0.0% | 139 Mbps | 2.7 | F | 31/100 |
| Cache | 54 | 0.0% | 344 Mbps | 2.4 | F | 5/100 |
| Klondike | 26 | 0.0% | 400 Mbps | 3.9 | D- | 7/100 |
ZIP codes in Alexander County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62914 (Cairo) | 1,931 | 20.6% | 1,751 Mbps | 3.7 | C- | 11/100 |
| 62988 (Tamms) | 1,270 | 6.8% | 856 Mbps | 3.3 | D | 13/100 |
| 62957 (McClure) | 778 | 0.4% | 320 Mbps | 4.3 | D | 20/100 |
| 62990 (Thebes) | 725 | 7.6% | 943 Mbps | 2.9 | D | 17/100 |
| 62969 (Olive Branch) | 495 | 9.9% | 1,526 Mbps | 4 | D+ | 5/100 |
| 62962 (Cache) | 14 | 0.0% | 571 Mbps | 2.9 | D- | 5/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Alexander County?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by T-Mobile Home Internet. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Wisper Internet 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 Alexander County
| Sparklight | 7,000 |
|---|---|
| Conexon Connect | 1,000 |
| Wisper Internet | 400 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Alexander County Internet Providers
Based on 85 reviews from Illinois internet customers, T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet service provider for Alexander County residents. T-Mobile Home Internet was rated at an average of 3.94 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Verizon wins for second-place in Illinois, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 59.9% coverage in Alexander County.
At a national level, based on 2336 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.02 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Alexander County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Alexander County, Illinois, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Alexander County Overall | Illinois Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet |  (0) | (18) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (51) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Sparklight | (0) | (6) | (82) | View Plans | ||
| Wisper Internet | (0) |  (1) |  (3) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Conexon Connect | (0) | (0) | (27) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Alexander County
Based on data reported by Alexander County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through Wisper Internet. The company offers speeds up to 400 Mbps in Alexander County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 349 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with T-Mobile Home Internet. This indicates T-Mobile Home Internet reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Alexander County Speed | Illinois Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (18) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Sparklight | (0) | (6) | (82) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (51) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Wisper Internet | (0) | (1) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| Conexon Connect | (0) | (0) | (27) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Alexander County?
Of the providers in Alexander County, customers rate Verizon the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Alexander County where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Illinois or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
Verizon is rated 4.00 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. T-Mobile Home Internet is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.78 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Alexander County, Illinois, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Alexander County
| ISP / Tech Type | Alexander County Affordability | Illinois Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (18) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (51) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Wisper Internet | (0) | (1) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| Sparklight | (0) | (6) | (82) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Conexon Connect | (0) | (0) | (27) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Alexander County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Alexander County?
Sparklight Fiber in Alexander County, IL
Availability:
11.2%
Customer Rating:
(23)
Avg. Download Speed
7,000 Mbps
Sparklight offers Fiber service to 11.2% of Alexander County homes. Across the county, Sparklight Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 7,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Alexander County?
Wisper Internet Fixed Wireless in Alexander County, IL
Availability:
84.6%
Customer Rating:
(2)
Avg. Download Speed
349 Mbps
Wisper Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 84.6% of Alexander County homes. Across the county, Wisper Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 349 Mbps, with speeds from 100 Mpbs up to 400 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 20 and as high as 30, with an average of 28 Mbps throughout the county.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Alexander County, IL
Availability:
69.3%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
42 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 69.3% of Alexander County homes. Across the county, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with 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 county.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Alexander County, IL
Availability:
59.9%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
257 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 59.9% of Alexander County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 257 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 18 Mbps throughout the county.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Alexander County, IL
Availability:
52.9%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
42 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 52.9% of Alexander County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with 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 6.8 Mbps throughout the county.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Alexander County, IL
Availability:
52.9%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
42 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 52.9% of Alexander County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with 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 6.8 Mbps throughout the county.
Conexon Connect Fixed Wireless in Alexander County, IL
Availability:
12.5%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Conexon Connect offers Fixed Wireless service to 12.5% of Alexander County homes. Across the county, Conexon Connect Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Alexander County?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Alexander County, IL.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Alexander County?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Alexander County, IL.
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Illinois
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Pavlov Media Fiber
November 13, 2026 
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McDonough Telephone Cooperative Fiber
October 26, 2026 Fast, friendly service. Appreciate being able to get quick help by calling. Actually get a person on the phone
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McDonough Telephone Cooperative Fiber
October 09, 2026 61438
McDonough Telephone Cooperative Fiber
October 08, 2026 MTC has been a great internet for my family. Rather it be gaming system speed, or just watching tv in multiple rooms, The internet seems to run smoothly. I very seldom have internet interruption. When we do it is usually due to storm taking out a pole, or upgrading the system. It usually has been a short time when it does happen.
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MTC Technologies Fiber
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Alexander County?
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 Alexander County is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- The fastest internet provider should be Wisper Internet. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, T-Mobile Home Internet may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Alexander County is Verizon.
- Wisper Internet, Viasat, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Alexander County, available to 84.6% of homes, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what’s available at your home, please use our address search tool.