18 Best Internet Providers in Chicago, IL
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Chicago ISP Report Card | B |
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Download Speed for Most Households | 2,718 Mbps |
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Number of Internet Service Providers | 18 |
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Real Chicago Customer Ratings | 232 |
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.
Chicago has 18 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, Fiber, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Chicago.
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Chicago has 18 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, Fiber, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Chicago.
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Above are the top 4 providers in Chicago, IL for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your city.
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 Chicago ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Chicago, IL?
SURF Internet is the best internet provider in Chicago based on Illinois customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, SURF Internet had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Chicago, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Unfortunately, SURF Internet is an option for 1.79% of the city.
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The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Chicago, Illinois, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in Chicago
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Chicago Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | Chicago Overall | Illinois Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surf |  (2) | (4) | (17) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon |  (5) | (10) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (9) | (14) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Bertram Internet | (1) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Zentro | (5) | (5) | (6) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (18) | (19) | (109) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (37) | (47) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY |  (154) | (210) | (2164) | View Plans | ||
| MetroNet | (1) | (2) | (38) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (1) | (18) | 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 | ||
| e-vergent | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| ClearSKY Systems | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Fox Valley | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Blast Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| NITCO | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 318 reviews from Illinois internet customers, SURF Internet is the best internet service provider for Chicago residents. SURF Internet was rated at an average of 5.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Verizon wins for second-place in Illinois, with 4.60 out of 5 stars and 69.8% coverage in Chicago.
At a national level, based on 4558 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Zentro Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 3.97 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Chicago?
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Speeds and coverage vary within the city, 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 Chicago?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the city, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by SURF Internet. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, MetroNet 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 Chicago
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| e-vergent | 10,000 Mbps | ||
| SURF Internet | 8,000 Mbps | ||
| Frontier Communications | 7,000 Mbps | ||
| MetroNet | 5,120 Mbps | ||
| AT&T | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| EarthLink | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| Zentro Internet | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| Astound Broadband | 1,500 Mbps | ||
| NITCO | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Verizon | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions (CFS) | 400 Mbps | ||
| Blast Communications | 300 Mbps | ||
| Fox Valley Internet | 300 Mbps | ||
| Bertram Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Rise Broadband | 100 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| ClearSKY Systems | 25 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Chicago
| ISP / Tech Type | Chicago Speed | Illinois Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
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| Surf | (2) | (4) | (17) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (9) | (14) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (5) | (10) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (18) | (19) | (109) | View Plans | ||
| Zentro | (5) | (5) | (6) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (154) | (210) | (2164) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (37) | (47) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| MetroNet | (1) | (2) | (38) | View Plans | ||
| Bertram Internet | (1) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (4) | (143) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) |  (11) | View Plans | ||
| e-vergent | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| ClearSKY Systems | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Fox Valley | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Blast Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| NITCO | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by Chicago ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through MetroNet. The company offers speeds up to 10,000 Mbps in Chicago. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 5,120 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers in the city rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with SURF Internet. This indicates Surf reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Chicago?
Illinois customers rate SURF Internet 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.
SURF Internet received a local rating of 5.00 out of 5, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. Verizon is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Chicago customers with an average price rating of 4.40 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in Chicago, Illinois, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Chicago
| ISP / Tech Type | Chicago Affordability | Illinois Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| Surf | (2) | (4) | (17) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (5) | (10) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| MetroNet | (1) | (2) | (38) | View Plans | ||
| Bertram Internet | (1) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Zentro | (5) | (5) | (6) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (9) | (14) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (18) | (19) | (109) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (37) | (47) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (154) | (210) | (2164) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (4) | (143) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| e-vergent | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| ClearSKY Systems | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Fox Valley | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Blast Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| NITCO | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Chicago 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 city 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 Chicago below, including the metrics used and how Chicago compares to the rest of Illinois and nation.
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Chicago | Illinois | USA | ||
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Chicago that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 36.25% | 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. | 2,718 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 Chicago. | 7.3 | 7.1 | 6.8 |
| Average Household SizeA larger household size in a city indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion. | 2.7 | 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. | 15% | 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. | 95% | 95% | 95% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 91% | 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. | 78% | 75% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Chicago ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in Chicago is B, which is better than other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Chicago is high with a score of 74 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Chicago have done a good job meeting the needs of its residents.
The Chicago ISP Report Card evaluates the city on availability and speed metrics compared to other cities in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a city 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.
91% of Chicago households have an internet connection despite having 99.27% availability. 78% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 6% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 2% 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, 78% subscribe to it. A large amount of Chicago 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 Cities Compare to Chicago?
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 54 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 77 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 73 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 59 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 61 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 85 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 86 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 85 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 70 / 100
How Much Speed does a Chicago Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Chicago is 2.7, which is larger than the Illinois average of 2.6 and larger than the national average of 2.7. the Chicago area's average household income is $100,111 which is higher than the Illinois average of $93,298 and much higher than the national average of $90,606. Homes with more people living in them and with higher incomes tend to indicate more devices being used more often.
Chicago also has 16% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is higher than the Illinois average of 16%. Additionally, 15% of residents work from home, which is higher 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 Chicago has a very high need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, Chicago households are more technology-engaged. 95% of households have some sort of computing device, 85% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 93% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Chicago?
EarthLink Fiber in Chicago, IL
Availability:
26.1%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
3,960 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 26.1% of Chicago homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 3,960 Mbps, with speeds from 10 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 Chicago from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Chicago, IL
Availability:
26.1%
Customer Rating:
(544)
Avg. Download Speed
3,960 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 26.1% of Chicago homes. Across the city, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 3,960 Mbps, with speeds from 10 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 Chicago from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Astound Broadband Fiber in Chicago, IL
Availability:
5.5%
Customer Rating:
(20)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Fiber service to 5.5% of Chicago homes. Across the city, Astound Broadband Fiber has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
MetroNet Fiber in Chicago, IL
Availability:
4.5%
Customer Rating:
(39)
Avg. Download Speed
5,120 Mbps
MetroNet offers Fiber service to 4.5% of Chicago homes. Across the city, MetroNet Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 5,120 Mbps
Frontier Fiber in Chicago, IL
Availability:
1.8%
Customer Rating:
(110)
Avg. Download Speed
6,795 Mbps
Frontier Communications offers Fiber service to 1.8% of Chicago homes. Across the city, Frontier Fiber has speeds up to 6,795 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 7,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Frontier Fiber. Frontier Fiber is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Chicago from Frontier in terms of customer satisfaction.
Surf Fiber in Chicago, IL
Availability:
1.2%
Customer Rating:
(15)
Avg. Download Speed
5,493 Mbps
SURF Internet offers Fiber service to 1.2% of Chicago homes. Across the city, Surf Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 5,493 Mbps, with speeds from 250 Mpbs up to 8,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Surf Fiber.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Chicago?
XFINITY Cable in Chicago, IL
Availability:
97.0%
Customer Rating:
(1,910)
Avg. Download Speed
1,768 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 97.0% of Chicago homes. Across the city, XFINITY Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,768 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 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 1,000, with an average of 188 Mbps throughout the city.
Astound Broadband Cable in Chicago, IL
Availability:
24.3%
Customer Rating:
(90)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Cable service to 24.3% of Chicago homes. Across the city, Astound Broadband Cable has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Chicago?
EarthLink DSL in Chicago, IL
Availability:
85.4%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
72 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 85.4% of Chicago homes. Across the city, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 72 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 15 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink DSL is rated the same as other types of internet service available in Chicago from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Chicago, IL
Availability:
85.4%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
72 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 85.4% of Chicago homes. Across the city, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 72 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 15 Mbps throughout the city. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Chicago from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Frontier DSL in Chicago, IL
Availability:
1.9%
Customer Rating:
(46)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
Frontier Communications offers DSL service to 1.9% of Chicago homes. Across the city, Frontier DSL has speeds up to 25 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 1.8 Mbps throughout the city. Frontier DSL is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Chicago from Frontier in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Chicago?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Chicago, IL
Availability:
95.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
69 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.9% of Chicago homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 69 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 13 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Chicago, IL
Availability:
80.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
42 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 80.5% of Chicago homes. Across the city, 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 6.8 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Chicago, IL
Availability:
80.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
42 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 80.5% of Chicago homes. Across the city, 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 6.8 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Chicago, IL
Availability:
69.8%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
421 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 69.8% of Chicago homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 421 Mbps, with speeds from 50 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 4.0 and as high as 75, with an average of 30 Mbps throughout the city.
e-vergent Fixed Wireless in Chicago, IL
Availability:
5.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
44 Mbps
e-vergent offers Fixed Wireless service to 5.3% of Chicago homes. Across the city, e-vergent Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 44 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 2,000, with an average of 7.4 Mbps throughout the city.
Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless in Chicago, IL
Availability:
4.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
43 Mbps
Rise Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 4.6% of Chicago homes. Across the city, Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 43 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 8.6 Mbps throughout the city.
Community Fiber Solutions Fixed Wireless in Chicago, IL
Availability:
4.4%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
353 Mbps
Community Fiber Solutions (CFS) offers Fixed Wireless service to 4.4% of Chicago homes. Across the city, Community Fiber Solutions Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 353 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 400 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 40, with an average of 37 Mbps throughout the city.
Fox Valley Fixed Wireless in Chicago, IL
Availability:
3.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
63 Mbps
Fox Valley Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 3.3% of Chicago homes. Across the city, Fox Valley Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 63 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 60, with an average of 13 Mbps throughout the city.
NITCO Fixed Wireless in Chicago, IL
Availability:
3.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
16 Mbps
NITCO offers Fixed Wireless service to 3.3% of Chicago homes. Across the city, NITCO Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 16 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 2.0 Mbps throughout the city.
Bertram Internet Fixed Wireless in Chicago, IL
Availability:
3.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Bertram Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 3.2% of Chicago homes. Across the city, Bertram Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Blast Communications Fixed Wireless in Chicago, IL
Availability:
2.4%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
79 Mbps
Blast Communications offers Fixed Wireless service to 2.4% of Chicago homes. Across the city, Blast Communications Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 79 Mbps, with speeds from 26 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 5.0 and as high as 26, with an average of 10.0 Mbps throughout the city.
ClearSKY Systems Fixed Wireless in Chicago, IL
Availability:
1.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
ClearSKY Systems offers Fixed Wireless service to 1.9% of Chicago homes. Across the city, ClearSKY Systems Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Zentro Fixed Wireless in Chicago, IL
Availability:
1.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
799 Mbps
Zentro Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 1.9% of Chicago homes. Across the city, Zentro Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 799 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 2,000, with an average of 798 Mbps throughout the city.
Which ISP Should You Choose in Chicago?
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 Chicago is Surf.
- The fastest internet provider should be MetroNet. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, SURF Internet may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Chicago is Surf.
- HughesNet, Viasat, and XFINITY from Comcast has the broadest coverage in Chicago, 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 Chicago compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how Chicago 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 Chicago's B ISP Report Card and 74 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 79 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 76 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 75 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 74 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 82 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 87 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 85 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 80 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 80 / 100