Internet Providers in Chicago, IL

Chicago offers extensive access to cable, fiber, DSL, and fixed wireless internet across diverse neighborhoods, from downtown high-rises to suburban-style communities. Service varies by address, so comparison by street or building is essential for reliability, speed, and cost.

Refine your search of 9 BEST Internet providers and 51 Internet plans in Chicago. Enter a location to find internet service providers (ISP) in your area.

Chicago Area Internet Availability

Fiber (Growing coverage):

Available in many downtown, newly developed, and upgraded neighborhoods. Offers high-speed, symmetrical connections with low latency.

Cable (Most widely available):

Cable broadband serves the majority of Chicago households and remains the primary wired option.

DSL & Fixed Wireless (Older or peripheral areas):

More common in legacy neighborhoods or low-density outskirts.

Building & Neighborhood Factors:

Apartment buildings, historic homes, and high-rises may face wiring limitations or provider exclusivity agreements.

Best Internet Providers in Chicago, IL

AT&T

U-verse
Starting from $34/mo.
Up to 1000 Mbps
  • 100 Mbps - $34 per month
  • 300 Mbps - $42 per month

Comcast

Cable
Starting from $40/mo.
Up to 2000 Mbps
  • 300 Mbps - $40/mo for 5 years
  • 500 Mbps - $45/mo for 5 years

HughesNet

Satellite
Starting from $39.99/mo.
Up to 50 Mbps
  • 25 Mbps - $39.99/mo for 12 months
  • 50 Mbps - $49.99/mo. for 12 months

AT&T DSL

DSL
Starting from $55/mo.
Up to 50 Mbps
  • 50 Mbps - $55/month for 12 months
  • 18 Mbps - $55/month for 12 months

RCN

Cable
Starting from $30/mo.
Up to 1 Gbps
  • 300 Mbps - $30/mo for 12 months
  • 600 Mbps - $45/mo for 12 months

Google Fiber

Fiber
Starting from $70/mo.
Up to 2 Gbps
  • 1 Gbps - $70 per month
  • 2 Gbps - $100 per month
Chicago Internet Companies

How to Choose the Best Internet Provider in Chicago?

Remote workers: Fiber preferred where available; otherwise reliable cable.

Families: Mid-tier plans generally support streaming, gaming, and online schooling.

Budget users: Compare promotional vs. standard rates, installation, and equipment fees.

Renters & homebuyers: Verify coverage and provider availability by exact address.

Best Internet Deals in Chicago, IL

Below is the list of best Internet deals available in Chicago area. Compare and choose the most suitable package for you and your family. And get special discounts for ordering online!

1. AT&T 100 Mbps Internet

AT&T

Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps

Data
Unlimited

Prices Starting At

$34.00/mo

This is an introductory rate. Price includes discount.

✅ Verified 2 weeks agoNo annual contract


$34/mo. when you add or have eligible AT&T Wireless service.
2. Xfinity 300 Mbps Internet

Xfinity

Speed:
Typical download speed: 351.86 Mbps
Typical upload speed: 117.37 Mbps
Typical latency: 15.33 MS

Prices Starting At

$40.00/mo

This is an introductory rate. Price includes discount. Reg $65/mo
One-time Fees:
Installation Fee: $39.99 (Self-installation), $100 (Professional install)
Late Payment Fee: $10

✅ Verified 1 month agoNo term contract


5-Year Price Lock Guarantee - $40/mo for 5 years
3. AT&T 300 Mbps Internet

AT&T

Speed:
Typical download speed: 397.9 Mbps
Typical upload speed: 377.7 Mbps
Typical latency: 14 ms

Prices Starting At

$42.00/mo

This is an introductory rate. Price includes discount. Reg $65/mo.
One-time Fees:
Installation Fee: $0.00
Late Payment Fee: $9.99
Early Termination Fee: $0.00
Non-return Equipment Fee: $150.00

✅ Verified 1 month agoNo annual contract


Get $150 reward card for ordering online!
4. Xfinity 500 Mbps Internet

Xfinity

Speed:
Typical download speed: 584.04 Mbps
Typical upload speed: 117.37 Mbps
Typical latency: 15.35 ms

Prices Starting At

$45.00/mo

This is an introductory rate. Price includes discount. Reg $70/mo
One-time Fees:
Installation Fee: $39.99 (Self-installation), $100 (Professional install)
Late Payment Fee: $10

✅ Verified 1 month agoNo term contract


5-Year Price Lock Guarantee - $45/mo for 5 years
5. Xfinity 1000 Mbps Internet

Xfinity

Speed:
Typical download speed: 1167.49 Mbps
Typical upload speed: 117.37 Mbps
Typical latency: 15.24 ms

Prices Starting At

$50.00/mo

This is an introductory rate. Price includes discount. Reg $75/mo
One-time Fees:
Installation Fee: $39.99 (Self-installation), $100 (Professional install)
Late Payment Fee: $10

✅ Verified 1 month agoNo term contract


5-Year Price Lock Guarantee - $50/mo for 5 years
6. AT&T 500 Mbps Internet

AT&T

Speed:
Typical download speed: 659.2 Mbps
Typical upload speed: 627.6 Mbps
Typical latency: 12 ms

Prices Starting At

$50.00/mo

This is an introductory rate. Price includes discount. Reg $65/mo.
One-time Fees:
Installation Fee: $0.00
Late Payment Fee: $9.99
Early Termination Fee: $0.00
Non-return Equipment Fee: $150.00

✅ Verified 1 month agoNo annual contract


Get $150 reward card for ordering online!
7. AT&T 1000 Mbps Internet

AT&T

Speed:
Typical download speed: 996.5 Mbps
Typical upload speed: 924.5 Mbps
Typical latency: 12 ms

Prices Starting At

$62.00/mo

This is an introductory rate. Price includes discount. Reg $62/mo
One-time Fees:
Installation Fee: $0.00
Late Payment Fee: $9.99
Early Termination Fee: $0.00
Non-return Equipment Fee: $150.00

✅ Verified 1 month agoNo annual contract


Get $150 reward card for ordering online!
8. Xfinity 2000 Mbps Internet

Xfinity

Speed:
Typical download speed: 2202.94 Mbps
Typical upload speed: 250 Mbps
Typical latency: 14.65 ms

Prices Starting At

$70.00/mo

This is an introductory rate. Price includes discount. Reg $95/mo
One-time Fees:
Installation Fee: $39.99 (Self-installation), $100 (Professional install)
Late Payment Fee: $10

✅ Verified 1 month agoNo term contract


5-Year Price Lock Guarantee - $70/mo for 5 years
9. HughesNet 25 Mbps Internet

HughesNet

Speed:
Typical download speed: 25 Mbps
Typical upload speed: 3 Mbps
Typical latency: 650 ms

Prices Starting At

$39.99/mo

This is an introductory rate. Price includes discount. Reg $54.99/mo
One-time Fees:
Installation Fee: $0.00
Early Termination Fee: up to $400
Equipment Fee: $9.99/mo. + $99

✅ Verified 1 month ago


Order now and receive a $100 Prepaid Mastercard® via rebate.
10. HughesNet 50 Mbps Internet

HughesNet

Speed:
Typical download speed: 50 Mbps
Typical upload speed: 5 Mbps
Typical latency: 650 ms

Prices Starting At

$49.99/mo

This is an introductory rate. Price includes discount. Reg $79.99/mo
One-time Fees:
Installation Fee: $0.00
Early Termination Fee: up to $400
Equipment Fee: $300

✅ Verified 1 month ago


Order now and receive a $100 Prepaid Mastercard® via rebate.
11. Astound Broadband 300 Mbps Internet

Astound Broadband

Speed:
Typical download speed: 345 Mbps
Typical upload speed: 27 Mbps
Typical latency: 8 ms

Prices Starting At

$30.00/mo

Reg $50 per month
One-time Fees:
Installation Fee: $99.95 + $14.99 Activation
Early Termination Fee: None
Equipment Fee: $0.00

✅ Verified 1 month ago


Get up to 300 Mbps Internet for as low as $30/mo + 1 Month Free
12. Astound Broadband 600 Mbps Internet

Astound Broadband

Speed:
Typical download speed: 665 Mbps
Typical upload speed: 36 Mbps
Typical latency: 11 ms

Prices Starting At

$45.00/mo

Reg $65 per month
One-time Fees:
Installation Fee: $99.95 + $14.99 Activation
Early Termination Fee: None
Equipment Fee: $0.00

✅ Verified 1 month ago


Get up to 600 Mbps Internet for as low as $45/mo + 1 Month Free
13. Astound Broadband 1 Gbps Internet

Astound Broadband

Speed:
Typical download speed: 941 Mbps
Typical upload speed: 52 Mbps
Typical latency: 11 ms

Prices Starting At

$65.00/mo

Reg $90 per month
One-time Fees:
Installation Fee: $99.95 + $14.99 Activation
Early Termination Fee: None
Equipment Fee: $0.00

✅ Verified 1 month ago


Get $100 Amazon Gift Card
14. Google Fiber 1 Gbps Internet

Google Fiber

Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps

Prices Starting At

$70.00/mo


15. Astound Broadband 1500 Mbps Internet

Astound Broadband

Speed:
Typical download speed: 1646 Mbps
Typical upload speed: 52 Mbps
Typical latency: 11 ms

Prices Starting At

$85.00/mo

Reg $110 per month
One-time Fees:
Installation Fee: $99.95 + $14.99 Activation
Early Termination Fee: None
Equipment Fee: $0.00

✅ Verified 1 month ago


Get $200 Amazon Gift Card
16. Google Fiber 2 Gbps Internet

Google Fiber

Download speeds up to:
2 Gbps

Prices Starting At

$100.00/mo


17. WOW! 100 Mbps Internet

WOW!

Speed:
Typical download speed: Up to 100 Mbps
Typical upload speed: Up to 10 Mbps

Prices Starting At

$19.99/mo

Reg $19.99/mo for 12 months

✅ Verified 1 month agoNo contracts


18. WOW! 200 Mbps Internet

WOW!

Speed:
Typical download speed: Up to 200 Mbps
Typical upload speed: Up to 10 Mbps

Prices Starting At

$29.99/mo

Reg $29.99/mo for 12 months

✅ Verified 1 month agoNo contracts


19. WOW! 1 Gbps Internet

WOW!

Speed:
Typical download speed: Up to 1 Gbps
Typical upload speed: Up to 50 Mbps

Prices Starting At

$50.00/mo

Reg $50/mo for 12 months

✅ Verified 1 month agoNo contracts


20. WOW! 500 Mbps Internet

WOW!

Speed:
Typical download speed: Up to 500 Mbps
Typical upload speed: Up to 50 Mbps

Prices Starting At

$54.99/mo

Reg $54.99/mo for 12 months

✅ Verified 1 month agoNo annual contract


21. Webpass 100 Mbps Internet

Webpass

Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps

Prices Starting At

$60.00/mo


22. Urban communications 6 Mbps Internet

Urban communications

Download speeds up to:
6 Mbps

Prices Starting At

$69.99/mo


23. Viasat 43 Mbps Internet

Viasat

Speed:
Typical download speed: 43 Mbps
Typical upload speed: 4 Mbps
Typical latency: 656 ms

Prices Starting At

$99.00/mo

Reg $99.99 per month
One-time Fees:
Installation Fee: $0 - $500
Early Termination Fee: $0.00
Equipment Fee: $15/monthly

✅ Verified 1 month ago


24. Urban communications 12 Mbps Internet

Urban communications

Download speeds up to:
12 Mbps

Prices Starting At

$99.95/mo


25. Urban communications 20 Mbps Internet

Urban communications

Download speeds up to:
20 Mbps

Prices Starting At

$149.99/mo


26. Webpass 500 Mbps Internet

Webpass

Download speeds up to:
500 Mbps

Prices Starting At

$550.00/mo


Chicago Internet Providers Comparison

Compare download speed, upload speed and coverage for the 9 best Internet providers in Chicago including Xfinity and AT&T.

Rank Provider Call Connection Download Speed Upload Speed Coverage
1. AT&T (855) 371-2931 DSL Up to 50 Mbps Up to 10 Mbps 98.5%
2. Xfinity - Cable Up to 1200 Mbps Up to 35 Mbps 97.5%
3. RCN - Cable Up to 330 Mbps Up to 30 Mbps 22%
4. WOW! - Cable Up to 600 Mbps Up to 50 Mbps 16.5%
5. AT&T (855) 371-2931 Fiber Up to 1000 Mbps Up to 1000 Mbps 14.5%
6. RCN - Fiber Up to 1000 Mbps Up to 1000 Mbps 4.5%
7. Google Fiber - Fiber Up to 1000 Mbps Up to 1000 Mbps 2%
8 Viasat Satellite Up to 100 Mbps Up to 3 Mbps 100%
9 HughesNet Satellite Up to 25 Mbps Up to 3 Mbps 100%

Chicago Business Internet Providers

What is the best Internet provider in Chicago, IL?

AT&T is the top Internet provider with 98.5% coverage in Chicago.
  1. Xfinity - 97.5% Availability in Chicago
  2. RCN - 22% Availability in Chicago
  3. WOW! - 16.5% Availability in Chicago
  4. AT&T - 14.5% Availability in Chicago
  5. RCN - 4.5% Availability in Chicago
  6. Google Fiber - 2% Availability in Chicago

Internet companies in Chicago, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

Best internet type in Chicago

Fiber where available; otherwise cable.

Why do speeds vary

Neighborhood density, building type, and infrastructure age.

Is gigabit available

Yes, in many fiber-served areas.

Are affordable plans offered

Yes, but speeds and options vary by provider and address.

Chicago Internet Providers by Zip Code