Best Internet Providers in North Center, Chicago, IL
All 7 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in North Center, Chicago, IL
North Center has 7 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 neighborhood. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in North Center.
Ranks compare North Center with the 135 neighborhoods in Chicago.
The Best Internet in North Center, Chicago, IL at a Glance
North Center Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
XFINITY
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Cable
EarthLink
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Fiber
DSL
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AT&T
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Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
Astound Broadband
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Cable
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this neighborhood 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 North Center ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in North Center, Chicago, IL?
T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet provider in North Center 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 North Center, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. T-Mobile Home Internet is an option for 99.49% of the neighborhood.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in North Center?
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 North Center, Chicago
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- Astound Broadband - cable coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Astound Broadband - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Zentro - fixed wireless coverage map
How North Center Compares to the Rest of Chicago
North Center's report card score is tied 17th of 135 and its connectivity index is 8th of 135.
| Measure | North Center | Rank among neighborhoods in Chicago | Chicago | Cook County | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 82.8% | Tied 25th of 135 | 40.1% | 39.1% | 71.5% | North Mayfair and Wicker Park (100.0%) |
| Average top speed | 3,513 Mbps | 20th of 135 | 2,907 Mbps | 2,635 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Schorsch (4,365 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 9.3 | Tied 7th of 135 | 7.5 | 7.4 | 7.1 | Bricktown and Near South Side (9.5) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.6 | Tied 53rd of 135 | 2.7 | 2.6 | 2.7 | Garfield Manor (3.6) |
| Workers who work from home | 35% | Tied 8th of 135 | 17% | 18% | 15% | Andersonville (42%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 97% | Tied 28th of 135 | 96% | 95% | 96% | Gold Coast and Greektown (100%) |
| Homes with internet | 95% | Tied 9th of 135 | 92% | 91% | 91% | Andersonville and Bricktown and 3 more (97%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 83% | Tied 20th of 135 | 78% | 76% | 76% | Ravenswood Gardens (93%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 91% | Tied 19th of 135 | 83% | 80% | 81% | Greektown and Loop and 2 more (97%) |
| Median household income | $164,983 | 3rd of 135 | $102,722 | $94,315 | $93,246 | Wicker Park ($187,651) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 16% | Tied 55th of 135 | 16% | 16% | 16% | Hyde Park (37%) |
Fiber reaches 82.8% of homes in North Center, against 40.1% across Chicago and 39.1% across Cook County. Households in North Center are smaller than the US average (2.6 people against 2.7); 35% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $164,983 (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 North Center
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in North Center?
EarthLink Fiber in North Center, Chicago, IL
Availability:
82.8%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
3,435 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 82.8% of North Center homes. Across the neighborhood, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 3,435 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 North Center from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in North Center, Chicago, IL
Availability:
82.8%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
3,435 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 82.8% of North Center homes. Across the neighborhood, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 3,435 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 lower than other types of internet service available in North Center from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Astound Broadband Fiber in North Center, Chicago, IL
Availability:
12.3%
Customer Rating:
(21)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Fiber service to 12.3% of North Center homes. Across the neighborhood, Astound Broadband Fiber has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in North Center?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in North Center, Chicago, IL
Availability:
99.5%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
98 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 99.5% of North Center homes. Across the neighborhood, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 98 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 20 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in North Center, Chicago, IL
Availability:
98.6%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
587 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 98.6% of North Center homes. Across the neighborhood, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 587 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 75, with an average of 44 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in North Center, Chicago, IL
Availability:
85.6%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
49 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 85.6% of North Center homes. Across the neighborhood, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 49 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 8.4 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in North Center, Chicago, IL
Availability:
85.6%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
49 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 85.6% of North Center homes. Across the neighborhood, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 49 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 8.4 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Zentro Fixed Wireless in North Center, Chicago, IL
Availability:
4.4%
Customer Rating:
(7)
Avg. Download Speed
913 Mbps
Zentro Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 4.4% of North Center homes. Across the neighborhood, Zentro Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 913 Mbps, with speeds from 500 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Zentro Fixed Wireless.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in North Center?
XFINITY Cable in North Center, Chicago, IL
Availability:
99.6%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 99.6% of North Center homes. Across the neighborhood, XFINITY Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Astound Broadband Cable in North Center, Chicago, IL
Availability:
91.7%
Customer Rating:
(97)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Cable service to 91.7% of North Center homes. Across the neighborhood, Astound Broadband Cable has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in North Center?
EarthLink DSL in North Center, Chicago, IL
Availability:
94.3%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
75 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 94.3% of North Center homes. Across the neighborhood, EarthLink 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 20, with an average of 16 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in North Center from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in North Center, Chicago, IL
Availability:
94.3%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
75 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 94.3% of North Center homes. Across the neighborhood, AT&T 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 20, with an average of 16 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in North Center from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
How North Center Compares to Its Neighbors
The 10 neighborhoods nearest to North Center that have their own pages are all within 2 miles. Among them, Ravenswood Manor has the most homes with fiber (96.3%) and Bowmanville the fewest (16.4%); North Center has 82.8%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Center (this page) | 9,054 | 82.8% | 3,513 Mbps | 9.3 | B+ | 80/100 |
| Lake View | 88,240 | 62.3% | 2,299 Mbps | 8.5 | B | 73/100 |
| Uptown | 39,965 | 23.8% | 2,178 Mbps | 8.3 | B- | 62/100 |
| Ravenswood Manor | 23,025 | 96.3% | 2,553 Mbps | 8.6 | A- | 71/100 |
| Bowmanville | 13,243 | 16.4% | 2,134 Mbps | 6.2 | C+ | 74/100 |
| West Ravenswood | 10,912 | 25.8% | 2,013 Mbps | 7.2 | B- | 75/100 |
| Cuyler | 8,881 | 84.3% | 3,175 Mbps | 9.4 | B+ | 79/100 |
| Bricktown | 7,358 | 96.0% | 3,708 Mbps | 9.5 | A- | 84/100 |
| Roscoe Village | 6,509 | 86.6% | 3,476 Mbps | 9.4 | A- | 82/100 |
| Ravenswood Gardens | 4,412 | 76.3% | 3,444 Mbps | 8.6 | B+ | 81/100 |
| Hamlin Park | 3,595 | 92.2% | 3,770 Mbps | 9.4 | A- | 83/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in North Center?
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, 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 North Center
| AT&T | 5,000 |
|---|---|
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| Astound Broadband | 1,500 |
| Verizon | 1,000 |
| Zentro Internet | 1,000 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Test your connection here and see it next to the speeds providers advertise in North Center. It takes about 20 seconds and, on a fast line, can move a few hundred MB of data.
Customer Ratings for North Center Internet Providers
Based on 315 reviews from Illinois internet customers, T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet service provider for North Center 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 98.6% coverage in North Center.
At a national level, based on 4734 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 North Center Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in North Center, Illinois, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | North Center Overall | Illinois Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astound Broadband |  (0) | (21) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (18) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Zentro | (0) | (6) | (9) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (1) | (51) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY |  (3) | (210) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in North Center
Based on data reported by North Center ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the neighborhood are available through AT&T and EarthLink. These internet providers offer speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in North Center. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,864 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 | North Center Speed | Illinois Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (21) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (18) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Zentro | (0) | (6) | (9) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (1) | (51) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (3) | (210) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in North Center?
Of the providers in North Center, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in North Center 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.
T-Mobile Home Internet is rated 3.78 out of 5 for price, which is similar to the average across all internet providers in the country. Verizon is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in North Center, Illinois, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in North Center
| ISP / Tech Type | North Center Affordability | Illinois Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (21) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (18) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Zentro | (0) | (6) | (9) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (1) | (51) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (3) | (210) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Illinois
Customer Reviews
An Illinois Customer
XFINITY Cable
February 13, 2026 Jessica M.
XFINITY Cable
January 30, 2025 After using the services from Xfinoty, previously Comcast, I will admit my experience has not been the best. In the area that I live this provider has taken advantage of the rental market and it is basically a requirement to use their services in most apartment clmplexes. Over the years I have had both good and bad experiences, including both unreasonable price increases and some price decreases after speaking with customer service. Customer service, like any company, is hit or miss. The service itself is slow for what you are paying but I have also had worse in lrwrnwt service in the past. Overall I will continue to use their services out of necessity but hope to see a future where more options are available to me.
An Illinois Customer
AT&T Fiber
June 11, 2023 Our fiber is great when it is working as it should. It inexplicably slows at certain times during the day. These are usually early afternoon (after lunch) and early evening (after dinner). During those times the internet and streaming can be super slow.
An Illinois Customer
XFINITY Cable
April 21, 2023 ISPReports User
Pavlov Media Fiber
November 13, 2026 
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Which ISP Should You Choose in North Center?
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 North Center is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- The fastest internet provider should be AT&T and EarthLink. 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 North Center is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, HughesNet, EarthLink, and AT&T has the broadest coverage in North Center, available to 99.8% 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.