Best Internet Providers in Elba, IL
All 8 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Elba, IL
Elba has 8 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 city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 3 available internet technologies in Elba.
Ranks compare Elba with the 31,388 US places under 1,000 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Elba, IL at a Glance
Elba Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
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EarthLink
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Verizon
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Nextlink
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Providers with less than 1% coverage in this city 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 Elba ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Elba, IL?
Verizon is the best internet provider in Elba based on Illinois customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Verizon had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Elba, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Verizon is an option for 92.59% of the city.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Elba?
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 Elba
- Nextlink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Wisper Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Sparklight - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Frontier - dsl coverage map
How Elba Compares to Places Its Size
Elba's report card score is in the bottom 22% and its connectivity index is in the bottom 16%.
| Measure | Elba | Rank among US places under 1,000 people | Gallatin County | Illinois | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 1.2% | bottom 22% | 75.5% | 47.6% | 71.5% | 6,946 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 572 Mbps | bottom 22% | 3,893 Mbps | 3,187 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Fairmount, TN and Falling Water, TN and 5 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 4.3 | top 47% | 5.5 | 7.3 | 7.1 | Los Prados, PR (15.1) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.8 | top 15% | 2.4 | 2.6 | 2.7 | Paguate, NM (13.4) |
| Workers who work from home | 1% | bottom 3% | 3% | 16% | 15% | Boys Town, NE (100%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 89% | bottom 29% | 87% | 95% | 96% | 1,494 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 80% | bottom 26% | 84% | 91% | 91% | 370 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 35% | bottom 14% | 51% | 75% | 76% | 23 places at 100% |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 70% | bottom 45% | 64% | 81% | 81% | 72 places at 100% |
| Median household income | $106,978 | top 8% | $72,248 | $95,616 | $93,246 | 22 places at $250,001 |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 11% | bottom 47% | 10% | 16% | 16% | University at Buffalo, NY (100%) |
Fiber reaches 1.2% of homes in Elba, against 75.5% across Gallatin County and 47.6% across Illinois. Households in Elba are larger than the US average (2.8 people against 2.7); 1% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $106,978 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Elba
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Elba?
Sparklight Fiber in Elba, IL
Availability:
1.2%
Customer Rating:
(23)
Avg. Download Speed
7,000 Mbps
Sparklight offers Fiber service to 1.2% of Elba homes. Across the city, 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 Elba?
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Elba, IL
Availability:
92.6%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
300 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 92.6% of Elba homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 300 Mbps
Nextlink Fixed Wireless in Elba, IL
Availability:
86.4%
Customer Rating:
(14)
Avg. Download Speed
500 Mbps
Nextlink offers Fixed Wireless service to 86.4% of Elba homes. Across the city, Nextlink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 500 Mbps
Wisper Internet Fixed Wireless in Elba, IL
Availability:
80.2%
Customer Rating:
(2)
Avg. Download Speed
204 Mbps
Wisper Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 80.2% of Elba homes. Across the city, Wisper Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 204 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 30, with an average of 22 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Elba, IL
Availability:
39.5%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 39.5% of Elba homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Elba, IL
Availability:
39.5%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 39.5% of Elba homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Elba, IL
Availability:
18.5%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 18.5% of Elba homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Elba?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Elba, IL.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Elba?
Frontier DSL in Elba, IL
Availability:
45.7%
Customer Rating:
(58)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
Frontier Communications offers DSL service to 45.7% of Elba homes. Across the city, Frontier DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 10 Mbps
Internet in Elba by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Elba
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Elba
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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How Elba Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Elba that have their own pages are all within 12 miles. Among them, Eldorado has the most homes with fiber (96.8%) and Norris City the fewest (11.1%); Elba has 1.2%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elba (this page) | 81 | 1.2% | 572 Mbps | 4.3 | D | 23/100 |
| Eldorado | 5,606 | 96.8% | 6,659 Mbps | 7.9 | A- | 23/100 |
| Norris City | 2,301 | 11.1% | 869 Mbps | 5.3 | D+ | 27/100 |
| Ridgway | 1,078 | 88.9% | 4,433 Mbps | 7.7 | B+ | 10/100 |
| Omaha | 674 | 39.5% | 3,095 Mbps | 3.9 | C | 29/100 |
| New Haven | 559 | 44.0% | 3,221 Mbps | 2.8 | C- | 16/100 |
| Sacramento | 288 | 16.7% | 490 Mbps | 5.1 | D+ | 33/100 |
| Broughton | 236 | 3.4% | 463 Mbps | 3.6 | D | 38/100 |
| Emma | 144 | 0.0% | 417 Mbps | 2.8 | F | 26/100 |
| Texas City | 80 | 13.8% | 1,293 Mbps | 3.7 | D+ | 28/100 |
| Mayberry | 49 | 20.4% | 407 Mbps | 3.8 | D | 29/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Elba?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Verizon. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Nextlink 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 Elba
| Sparklight | 7,000 |
|---|---|
| Nextlink | 500 |
| Wisper Internet | 400 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| AT&T | 25 |
| EarthLink | 25 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 25 |
| Frontier Communications | 10 |
How fast is your internet?
Test your connection here and see it next to the speeds providers advertise in Elba. It takes about 20 seconds and, on a fast line, can move a few hundred MB of data.
Customer Ratings for Elba Internet Providers
Based on 90 reviews from Illinois internet customers, Verizon is the best internet service provider for Elba residents. Verizon was rated at an average of 4.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. AT&T wins for second-place in Illinois, with 3.53 out of 5 stars and 39.5% coverage in Elba.
At a national level, based on 2505 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Verizon is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 3.76 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Elba Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Elba, Illinois, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Elba 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 | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (5) | (177) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (0) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Elba
Based on data reported by Elba ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Nextlink. The company offers speeds up to 500 Mbps in Elba. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 500 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 Verizon. This indicates Verizon reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Elba 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 | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (5) | (177) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (51) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Wisper Internet | (0) | (1) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (0) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Elba?
Of the providers in Elba, customers rate Verizon the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Elba 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. Frontier Communications is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.40 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Elba, Illinois, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Elba
| ISP / Tech Type | Elba Affordability | Illinois Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (18) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (5) | (177) | 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 | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (0) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Illinois
Customer Reviews
ISPReports User
Pavlov Media Fiber
November 13, 2026 
Carol
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
ISPReports User
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
October 08, 2026 Rate your provider
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Elba?
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 Elba is Verizon.
- The fastest internet provider should be Nextlink. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Verizon may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Elba is Verizon.
- Viasat, Verizon, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Elba, available to 92.6% 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.