9 Best Internet Providers in Parnell, IL
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| Parnell ISP Report Card | C- | |
| Download Speed for Most Households | 405 Mbps | |
| Number of Internet Service Providers | 9 | |
| Real Parnell Customer Ratings | 0 |
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.
Parnell has 9 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 Parnell.
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Parnell has 9 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 Parnell.
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Above are the top 4 providers in Parnell, 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 Parnell ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Parnell, IL?
MR Systems Wireless is the highest-rated internet provider in Parnell based on 77 Illinois customer reviews, and MR Systems Wireless 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 Parnell, Illinois, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in Parnell
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Parnell Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | Parnell Overall | Illinois Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
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| Verizon | (0) | (10) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (14) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (47) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (4) | (143) | View Plans | ||
| MR Systems Wireless | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (0) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Wireless Data Net | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 77 reviews from Illinois internet customers, MR Systems Wireless is the best internet service provider for Parnell residents. MR Systems Wireless was rated at an average of 2.00 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 49.2% coverage in Parnell.
At a national level, based on 2130 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, MR Systems Wireless is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 2.00 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Parnell?
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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 Parnell?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the city, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by MR Systems Wireless. 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 Parnell
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
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| Wireless Data Net | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Nextlink | 700 Mbps | ||
| Verizon | 300 Mbps | ||
| AT&T | 100 Mbps | ||
| EarthLink | 100 Mbps | ||
| MR Systems Wireless | 100 Mbps | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions (CFS) | 100 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps | ||
| Frontier Communications | 10 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Parnell
| ISP / Tech Type | Parnell Speed | Illinois Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
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| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (14) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (10) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (47) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (4) | (143) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| MR Systems Wireless | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (0) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Wireless Data Net | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by Parnell ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Nextlink. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Parnell. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 473 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 MR Systems Wireless. This indicates MR Systems Wireless reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Parnell?
Illinois customers rate MR Systems Wireless 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.
MR Systems Wireless received a local rating of 2.00 out of 5, which is much lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. Verizon is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Parnell customers with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in Parnell, Illinois, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Parnell
| ISP / Tech Type | Parnell Affordability | Illinois Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| Frontier | (0) | (4) | (143) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (10) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (14) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (47) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| MR Systems Wireless | (0) | (1) | (1) | 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 | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Wireless Data Net | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Parnell 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 Parnell below, including the metrics used and how Parnell compares to the rest of Illinois and nation.
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Parnell that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 17.52% | 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. | 405 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 Parnell. | 6.0 | 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. | 2.5 | 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. | 6% | 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. | 94% | 95% | 95% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 80% | 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. | 47% | 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. | 47% | 75% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Parnell ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in Parnell is C-, which is much worse than other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Parnell is high with a score of 29 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Parnell have done a poor job meeting the needs of its residents.
The Parnell 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.
80% of Parnell households have an internet connection despite having 100.00% availability. 47% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 14% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 7% 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 47% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 47% subscribe to it. A very low number of Parnell 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 Parnell?
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 43 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D
- Digital Connectivity Index: 31 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 27 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 52 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C
- Digital Connectivity Index: 33 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 67 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 42 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 35 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D
- Digital Connectivity Index: 56 / 100
How Much Speed does a Parnell Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Parnell is 2.5, which is smaller than the Illinois average of 2.6 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. Parnell's average household income is $67,818 which is lower than 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 lower incomes tend to indicate fewer devices being used less often.
Parnell also has 15% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Illinois average of 16%. Additionally, 6% 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 Parnell has a very low need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, Parnell households are about average when it comes to technological engagement. 94% of households have some sort of computing device, 80% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 88% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Parnell?
Wireless Data Net Fiber in Parnell, IL
Wireless Data Net offers Fiber service to 17.5% of Parnell homes. Across the city, Wireless Data Net Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Parnell?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Parnell, IL.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Parnell?
Frontier DSL in Parnell, IL
Frontier Communications offers DSL service to 7.7% of Parnell homes. Across the city, Frontier DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 10 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Parnell?
Wireless Data Net Fixed Wireless in Parnell, IL
Wireless Data Net offers Fixed Wireless service to 98.7% of Parnell homes. Across the city, Wireless Data Net Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 195 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 400 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 25, with an average of 15 Mbps throughout the city.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Parnell, IL
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.4% of Parnell homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 32 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 4.7 Mbps throughout the city.
Community Fiber Solutions Fixed Wireless in Parnell, IL
Community Fiber Solutions (CFS) offers Fixed Wireless service to 81.6% of Parnell 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
MR Systems Wireless Fixed Wireless in Parnell, IL
MR Systems Wireless offers Fixed Wireless service to 76.5% of Parnell homes. Across the city, MR Systems Wireless Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 81 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 50, with an average of 43 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Parnell, IL
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 68.8% of Parnell homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 31 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 4.4 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Parnell, IL
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 68.8% of Parnell homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 31 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 4.4 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Parnell, IL
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 49.1% of Parnell 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 Parnell, IL
Nextlink offers Fixed Wireless service to 40.6% of Parnell homes. Across the city, Nextlink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 473 Mbps, with speeds from 300 Mpbs up to 700 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 100 and as high as 300, with an average of 186 Mbps throughout the city.
Which ISP Should You Choose in Parnell?
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 Parnell is MR Systems Wireless.
- The fastest internet provider should be Nextlink. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, MR Systems Wireless may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Parnell is MR Systems Wireless.
- Wireless Data Net, Viasat, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Parnell, 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 Parnell compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how Parnell 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 Parnell's C- ISP Report Card and 29 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: D+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 56 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 30 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 43 / 100
- ISP Report Card: F
- Digital Connectivity Index: 40 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C
- Digital Connectivity Index: 46 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 89 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 44 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 41 / 100
- ISP Report Card: F
- Digital Connectivity Index: 26 / 100
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