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Internet Providers in Kankakee, Illinois

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Home Internet in Kankakee, IL

  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
    Availability: 85.2%
    Kankakee speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet
  • 2. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    * See **
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 93.2%
    Kankakee speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 45.8%
  • 5. Rise Broadband
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 73.2%
  • 6. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 7. Bertram Internet
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 28.7%
  • 8. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 9. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 36.7%
  • Always ON
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 45.8%

Best Internet Providers in Kankakee, IL

In Kankakee, Illinois, residents have several strong internet options. AT&T Internet stands out with its variety of connection types, including IPBB, fiber, and 5G internet. AT&T offers speeds up to 1 Gbps, with plans starting at $55 per month and 85.20% city coverage. This mix of wired and wireless options ensures flexibility for users with different needs.

Xfinity provides the broadest coverage at 93.20%. As the only cable internet option, it delivers speeds up to 2 Gbps, the highest among providers in Kankakee. Starting at $30 per month, Xfinity is a cost-effective choice for high-speed internet.

Verizon offers 5G internet with a maximum download speed of 50 Mbps and covers 36.70% of the city. Though its coverage is more limited, Verizon's 5G service remains a viable option where available.

Kankakee residents benefit from a well-rounded selection of internet services with varying connection types and price points.

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
45.85%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • EarthLink
  • HughesNet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • AT&T
  • Xfinity
93.21000000000001%

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Provider Connection Types in Kankakee, IL

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Kankakee, IL
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
71.56%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
93.12%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
4.33%

List of Internet Providers in Kankakee, IL

Provider Type Top Speed
AT&T IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet 1 Gbps
Xfinity Cable 2 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps
Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless 50 Mbps
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
Bertram Internet Fixed Wireless 50 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps

Internet Providers in Kankakee, IL

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps. IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
Xfinity $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 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
Rise Broadband $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Bertram Internet $59.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 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
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
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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