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Internet Providers in Columbia, Illinois

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Home Internet in Columbia, IL

  • 1. Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 73.4%
    Columbia speed tests confirm high speeds for Spectrum
  • 2. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 31.3%
  • 4. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 5. Harrisonville Telephone Company
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 90.5%
  • 6. Wisper ISP
    Speeds Up To
    400 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 44.4%
  • 7. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Always ON
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 31.3%

Best Internet Providers in Columbia, IL

Spectrum dominates the internet service market in Columbia, Illinois, with cable connections covering 73.40% of the area. They offer high-speed internet with download speeds up to 1 Gbps, suitable for both routine tasks and high-bandwidth activities. Plans start at $49.99 per month, making Spectrum a competitive choice for speed and value, ensuring many residents can access their services.

Viasat Internet, the second major provider, uses satellite connections to deliver 100% coverage across Columbia. Although its maximum download speed of 150 Mbps lags behind Spectrum, Viasat guarantees availability even in the city's most remote parts. However, with a starting price of $119.99 per month, it may be less economical where other options exist.

EarthLink 5G Home Internet ranks third, using 5G connections to cover 31.30% of the area. EarthLink offers speeds up to 100 Mbps and the most affordable starting price at $39.95 per month. While its coverage is more limited, EarthLink serves as a viable low-cost option for residents within its reach.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • Always ON
31.3%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • EarthLink
  • HughesNet
  • Wisper ISP
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Spectrum
  • Harrisonville Telephone Company
90.51%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Columbia, IL

Provider Connection Types in Columbia, IL

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Columbia, IL
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
91.74%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
75.41%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
11.16%

List of Internet Providers in Columbia, IL

Provider Type Top Speed
Spectrum Cable 1 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
Harrisonville Telephone Company DSL, Fiber 1 Gbps
Wisper ISP Fixed Wireless 400 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps

Internet Providers in Columbia, IL

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Spectrum $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $129.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
EarthLink 5G Home Internet $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Harrisonville Telephone Company $35.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, Fiber
Wisper ISP $75/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 400 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Always ON $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless

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