11 Best Internet Providers in Filson, IL
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| Filson ISP Report Card | B | |
| Download Speed for Most Households | 3,543 Mbps | |
| Number of Internet Service Providers | 11 | |
| Real Filson Customer Ratings | 1 |
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.
Filson has 11 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 city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Filson.
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Filson has 11 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 city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Filson.
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Above are the top 4 providers in Filson, 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 Filson ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Filson, IL?
Pavlov Media is the highest-rated internet provider in Filson based on 96 Illinois customer reviews, and Pavlov Media 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 Filson, Illinois, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in Filson
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Filson Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | Filson Overall | Illinois Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
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| Mediacom | (1) | (17) | (84) | View Plans | ||
| Pavlov Media | (0) | (3) | (9) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (10) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (14) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (47) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Fidium | (0) | (4) | (70) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (0) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| GigFire | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| MF Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 96 reviews from Illinois internet customers, Pavlov Media is the best internet service provider for Filson residents. Pavlov Media was rated at an average of 4.33 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Verizon wins for second-place in Illinois, with 4.10 out of 5 stars and 86.9% coverage in Filson.
At a national level, based on 2150 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Pavlov Media is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 3.73 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Filson?
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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 Filson?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the city, 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, Pavlov Media 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 Filson
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Pavlov Media | 8,000 Mbps | ||
| Fidium Fiber | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| Mediacom | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Nextlink | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Verizon | 300 Mbps | ||
| GigFire | 150 Mbps | ||
| EarthLink | 100 Mbps | ||
| AT&T | 100 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions (CFS) | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| MF Wireless | 50 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Filson
| ISP / Tech Type | Filson Speed | Illinois Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
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| Mediacom | (1) | (17) | (84) | View Plans | ||
| Pavlov Media | (0) | (3) | (9) | View Plans | ||
| Fidium | (0) | (4) | (70) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (14) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (10) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (47) | (924) | 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 | ||
| GigFire | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| MF Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by Filson ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Pavlov Media. The company offers speeds up to 8,000 Mbps in Filson. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 8,000 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 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.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Filson?
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 4.67 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 Filson customers with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in Filson, Illinois, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Filson
| ISP / Tech Type | Filson Affordability | Illinois Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| Mediacom | (1) | (17) | (84) | View Plans | ||
| Pavlov Media | (0) | (3) | (9) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (10) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Fidium | (0) | (4) | (70) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (14) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (47) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| GigFire | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (0) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| MF Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Filson 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 Filson below, including the metrics used and how Filson compares to the rest of Illinois and nation.
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Filson | Illinois | USA | ||
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Filson that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 38.97% | 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. | 3,543 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 Filson. | 8.2 | 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. | 2.4 | 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. | 3% | 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. | 91% | 95% | 95% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 81% | 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. | 46% | 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. | 46% | 75% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Filson ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in Filson is B, which is much worse than other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Filson is high with a score of 24 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Filson have done a poor job meeting the needs of its residents.
The Filson 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.
81% of Filson households have an internet connection despite having 100.00% availability. 46% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 19% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 4% 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 46% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 46% subscribe to it. A very low number of Filson 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 Filson?
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 45 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 10 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 32 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 29 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D
- Digital Connectivity Index: 34 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D
- Digital Connectivity Index: 9 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 28 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 41 / 100
- ISP Report Card: F
- Digital Connectivity Index: 30 / 100
How Much Speed does a Filson Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Filson is 2.4, which is smaller than the Illinois average of 2.6 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. Filson's average household income is $74,274 which is about average for the Illinois average of $93,298 and about average for 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.
Filson 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, 3% 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 Filson has a very low need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, Filson households are more technology-disengaged. 91% of households have some sort of computing device, 66% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 89% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Filson?
Pavlov Media Fiber in Filson, IL
Pavlov Media offers Fiber service to 39.0% of Filson homes. Across the city, Pavlov Media Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Fidium Fiber in Filson, IL
Fidium Fiber offers Fiber service to 1.9% of Filson homes. Across the city, Fidium Fiber has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Filson?
Mediacom Cable in Filson, IL
Mediacom offers Cable service to 36.2% of Filson homes. Across the city, 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 Filson?
Fidium DSL in Filson, IL
Fidium Fiber offers DSL service to 53.1% of Filson homes. Across the city, Fidium DSL has speeds up to 75 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 10, with an average of 7.3 Mbps throughout the city. Fidium DSL is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Filson from Fidium in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Filson?
Nextlink Fixed Wireless in Filson, IL
Nextlink offers Fixed Wireless service to 100.0% of Filson homes. Across the city, Nextlink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 813 Mbps, with speeds from 300 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 100 and as high as 500, with an average of 384 Mbps throughout the city.
Community Fiber Solutions Fixed Wireless in Filson, IL
Community Fiber Solutions (CFS) offers Fixed Wireless service to 100.0% of Filson homes. Across the city, Community Fiber Solutions Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Filson, IL
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 97.7% of Filson homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 92 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 18 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Filson, IL
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.8% of Filson homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 60 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 11 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Filson, IL
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.8% of Filson homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 60 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 11 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Filson, IL
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 86.9% of Filson homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 300 Mbps
GigFire Fixed Wireless in Filson, IL
GigFire offers Fixed Wireless service to 86.4% of Filson homes. Across the city, GigFire Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 150 Mbps
MF Wireless Fixed Wireless in Filson, IL
MF Wireless offers Fixed Wireless service to 27.2% of Filson homes. Across the city, MF Wireless Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 36 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 50 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 7.9 Mbps throughout the city.
Which ISP Should You Choose in Filson?
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 Filson is Pavlov Media.
- The fastest internet provider should be Pavlov Media. 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 Filson is Pavlov Media.
- Viasat, Nextlink, HughesNet, and Community Fiber Solutions (CFS) has the broadest coverage in Filson, 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 Filson compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how Filson 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 Filson's B ISP Report Card and 24 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: C
- Digital Connectivity Index: 63 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 24 / 100
- ISP Report Card: F
- Digital Connectivity Index: 17 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 32 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 20 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C
- Digital Connectivity Index: 52 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 41 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 60 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 34 / 100
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