Best Internet Providers in University Village, Chicago, IL
All 6 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in University Village, Chicago, IL
University Village has 6 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 University Village.
Ranks compare University Village with the 135 neighborhoods in Chicago.
The Best Internet in University Village, Chicago, IL at a Glance
University Village Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
XFINITY
Connection
Customer Rating
Cable
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
AT&T
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
T-Mobile Home Internet
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
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 University Village ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in University Village, Chicago, IL?
XFINITY from Comcast is the highest-rated internet provider in University Village based on 288 Illinois customer reviews, and T-Mobile Home Internet 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.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in University Village?
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 University Village, Chicago
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - 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
- Google Fiber - fixed wireless coverage map
How University Village Compares to the Rest of Chicago
University Village's report card score is tied 63rd of 135 and its connectivity index is tied 60th of 135.
| Measure | University Village | Rank among neighborhoods in Chicago | Chicago | Cook County | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 24.0% | 67th of 135 | 40.1% | 39.1% | 71.5% | North Mayfair and Wicker Park (100.0%) |
| Average top speed | 2,138 Mbps | 62nd of 135 | 2,907 Mbps | 2,635 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Schorsch (4,365 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 7.1 | Tied 74th 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 | 2.1 | Tied 105th of 135 | 2.7 | 2.6 | 2.7 | Garfield Manor (3.6) |
| Workers who work from home | 21% | Tied 43rd of 135 | 17% | 18% | 15% | Andersonville (42%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 96% | Tied 40th of 135 | 96% | 95% | 96% | Gold Coast and Greektown (100%) |
| Homes with internet | 90% | Tied 52nd of 135 | 92% | 91% | 91% | Andersonville and Bricktown and 3 more (97%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 80% | Tied 29th of 135 | 78% | 76% | 76% | Ravenswood Gardens (93%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 88% | Tied 27th of 135 | 83% | 80% | 81% | Greektown and Loop and 2 more (97%) |
| Median household income | $76,406 | 69th of 135 | $102,722 | $94,315 | $93,246 | Wicker Park ($187,651) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 28% | 2nd of 135 | 16% | 16% | 16% | Hyde Park (37%) |
Fiber reaches 24.0% of homes in University Village, against 40.1% across Chicago and 39.1% across Cook County. Households in University Village are smaller than the US average (2.1 people against 2.7); 21% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $76,406 (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 University Village
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in University Village?
EarthLink Fiber in University Village, Chicago, IL
Availability:
24.0%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
2,609 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 24.0% of University Village homes. Across the neighborhood, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 2,609 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 University Village from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in University Village, Chicago, IL
Availability:
24.0%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
2,609 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 24.0% of University Village homes. Across the neighborhood, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 2,609 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 University Village from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in University Village?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in University Village, Chicago, IL
Availability:
97.3%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
83 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 97.3% of University Village homes. Across the neighborhood, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 83 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 16 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in University Village, Chicago, IL
Availability:
96.0%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
692 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.0% of University Village homes. Across the neighborhood, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 692 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 20 and as high as 75, with an average of 51 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in University Village, Chicago, IL
Availability:
84.7%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
60 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 84.7% of University Village homes. Across the neighborhood, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has 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 neighborhood.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in University Village, Chicago, IL
Availability:
84.7%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
60 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 84.7% of University Village homes. Across the neighborhood, AT&T Fixed Wireless has 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 neighborhood.
Google Fiber Fixed Wireless in University Village, Chicago, IL
Availability:
4.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Google Fiber offers Fixed Wireless service to 4.0% of University Village homes. Across the neighborhood, Google Fiber Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in University Village?
XFINITY Cable in University Village, Chicago, IL
Availability:
99.9%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
1,823 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 99.9% of University Village homes. Across the neighborhood, XFINITY Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,823 Mbps, with speeds from 1,200 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 250, with an average of 203 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in University Village?
EarthLink DSL in University Village, Chicago, IL
Availability:
98.0%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
75 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 98.0% of University Village 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 15 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in University Village from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in University Village, Chicago, IL
Availability:
98.0%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
75 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 98.0% of University Village 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 15 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in University Village from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
How University Village Compares to Its Neighbors
The 10 neighborhoods nearest to University Village that have their own pages are all within 2 miles. Among them, Loop has the most homes with fiber (67.8%) and Locks the fewest (0.0%); University Village has 24.0%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Village (this page) | 8,714 | 24.0% | 2,138 Mbps | 7.1 | B- | 62/100 |
| Near West Side | 31,661 | 32.2% | 2,161 Mbps | 7.3 | B- | 58/100 |
| Near South Side | 28,877 | 43.8% | 2,526 Mbps | 9.5 | B | 63/100 |
| Lower West Side | 22,185 | 14.1% | 1,883 Mbps | 5.9 | C | 59/100 |
| Loop | 21,162 | 67.8% | 2,558 Mbps | 9.3 | B+ | 71/100 |
| Printers Row | 21,136 | 52.8% | 2,542 Mbps | 8.7 | B | 66/100 |
| Greektown | 20,100 | 58.5% | 3,117 Mbps | 8.7 | B | 74/100 |
| Armour Square | 13,816 | 4.9% | 1,356 Mbps | 6.9 | C | 42/100 |
| Pilsen | 9,468 | 1.8% | 1,678 Mbps | 5.5 | C- | 63/100 |
| Locks | 6,874 | 0.0% | 1,681 Mbps | 6.9 | C | 72/100 |
| Claremont Cottages | 3,755 | 57.2% | 3,498 Mbps | 6.9 | B | 65/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in University Village?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings, the fastest internet in the neighborhood comes from XFINITY from Comcast.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in University Village
| AT&T | 5,000 |
|---|---|
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| Verizon | 1,000 |
| Google Fiber | 1,000 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for University Village Internet Providers
Based on 288 reviews from Illinois internet customers, XFINITY from Comcast is the best internet service provider for University Village residents. XFINITY from Comcast was rated at an average of 3.19 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet wins for second-place in Illinois, with 3.94 out of 5 stars and 97.3% coverage in University Village.
At a national level, based on 4708 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 University Village Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in University Village, Illinois, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | University Village Overall | Illinois Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XFINITY | (1) | (210) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (18) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (2) | (51) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| GFiber | (0) | (0) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in University Village
Based on data reported by University Village ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the neighborhood are available through XFINITY from Comcast. The company offers speeds up to 2,000 Mbps in University Village. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,823 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with XFINITY from Comcast. This indicates XFINITY reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | University Village Speed | Illinois Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XFINITY | (1) | (210) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (18) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (2) | (51) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| GFiber | (0) | (0) |  (105) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in University Village?
Of the providers in University Village, customers rate XFINITY from Comcast the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in University Village 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.
XFINITY from Comcast is rated 4.00 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. T-Mobile Home Internet is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.78 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in University Village, Illinois, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in University Village
| ISP / Tech Type | University Village Affordability | Illinois Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XFINITY | (1) | (210) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (18) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (2) | (51) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| GFiber | (0) | (0) | (105) | 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
June 02, 2026 I live in the Chicago area and have been living here for almost 3 years. I have used the same internet provider the whole time and have had no problems. Xfinity is the internet provider we use and they have been very helpful with everything. They were quick to answer our questions and get our internet set up when we moved in and whenever we had issues with it, they were able to help us solve them right away. I can not think of anything they have done that I would be mad about, my internet has been fast and reliable these past 3 years, so I really have nothing to complain about. I am grateful for Xfinity and do not plan to switch any time soon.
Leah W.
Zentro Fixed Wireless
June 29, 2025 So far, my experience with my provider has been great. I get equal upload and download speed of 500 mbps for a fair rate of $56 with tax. I actually receive close to 1000 mbps on a typical basis. I rarely ever notice lag or buffering on my devices, but it has been an issue with work from home a few times and streaming Netflix. Otherwise, it works very well for my household needs. We have 10 devices connected, but not always used simultaneously. Customer service has been great. Offers a callback option and always speaking to a live person based in the U.S. which is a plus for me.
An Illinois Customer
AT&T Fixed Wireless
January 14, 2025 An Illinois Customer
Zentro Fixed Wireless
December 22, 2024 My internet provider was determined by my apartment building. There are periods of time in which the internet goes out due to bad weather in the area. There are also times in which I have to disconnect my Wi-fi router due to poor connection. Overall, if I could choose a different internet provider, I would.
An Illinois Customer
AT&T DSL
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Which ISP Should You Choose in University Village?
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 University Village is XFINITY.
- The fastest internet provider should be XFINITY from Comcast. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, XFINITY from Comcast may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in University Village is XFINITY.
- XFINITY from Comcast, Viasat, HughesNet, EarthLink, and AT&T has the broadest coverage in University Village, available to 99.9% 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.