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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 94% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 5.870% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Cable | 60% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 17% |
| Google Fiber | $70.00 | 1,000 - 2,000 Mbps | Wired | 9.270% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 94.35%
3 providers - 59.80%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 96%, broadband coverage in the 60616 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Illinois - 95%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 60616 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 96% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 22% of those living in the 60616 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 60616 area, and 94.35% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 60616, prices start at $25.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 60616 ZIP code are AT&T, Xfinity, and Astound bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 60616 ZIP code, covering 94% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Chicago’s third most-available internet provider, Astound, offers cable to around 60% of residents in the 60616 ZIP code.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 60616 ZIP code, covering 94% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Chicago, $52.66.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chicago, $0.18.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 60616 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chicago's providers, 769 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 60616 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 60616 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Chicago, $52.66.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chicago, $0.18.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in 60616 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chicago's providers, 769 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Astound offers broadband to most households in the 60616 ZIP code, covering 60% of the area.
Astound’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 60616 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Astound start at $25.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Chicago, $52.66.
Astound customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.09 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chicago, $0.18.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Astound offers download speeds up to 1,200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 60616 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 60% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chicago's providers, 769 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 60616 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 60616 and the greater Chicago area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Chicago at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Chicago at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 60616 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 60616 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 94% of households in 60616. The next fastest internet provider in the 60616 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 5.870% of the area.
Astound offers the cheapest internet in the 60616 ZIP with service starting at $25.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Chicago, $52.66.
Astound is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 60616 ZIP code, covering 17% of the city. AT&T also offers fiber internet in 60616 and is available to 5.870% of households.
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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