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Internet Providers in Salem, Illinois

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Home Internet in Salem, IL

  • 1. Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 71.8%
    Salem speed tests confirm high speeds for Spectrum
  • 2. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    225 Mbps
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    Connection: IPBB, 5G Internet
    Availability: 73.5%
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    72 - 245 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 40.9%
  • 5. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 6. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 17.1%
  • 7. Rural Comm
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 29.7%
  • Wabash Communications
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 79.4%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Salem, IL

Spectrum offers cable internet to 71.80% of Salem, Illinois, with a maximum download speed of 1 Gbps. The service starts at $49.99 per month, providing a competitive option for high-speed activities like streaming and gaming. Spectrum's coverage aligns with the city's overall 79% cable internet availability.

AT&T Internet comes in second, offering IPBB and 5G options that cover 73.50% of Salem. However, its maximum download speed is just 25 Mbps, and its service starts at a higher price of $60 per month. While not ideal for high-bandwidth activities, it's suitable for regular use. AT&T's availability matches the city's 73% fiber coverage.

Viasat Internet, with its satellite connection, guarantees 100% coverage in Salem. It offers a maximum download speed of 150 Mbps, but the service starts at a steep $119.99 per month. Despite the cost, Viasat is a dependable option where other connections are unavailable.

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
  • Rural Comm
29.69%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • AT&T
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Spectrum
  • Wabash Communications
79.44%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Salem, IL

Provider Connection Types in Salem, IL

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Salem, IL
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
37.64%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
72.54%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
78.92%

List of Internet Providers in Salem, IL

Provider Type Top Speed
Spectrum Cable 1 Gbps
AT&T IPBB, 5G Internet 225 Mbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
T-Mobile 5G Internet 245 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 225 Mbps
Rural Comm Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps
Wabash Communications Fiber 1 Gbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps

Internet Providers in Salem, 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
AT&T Internet $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 225 Mbps IPBB, 5G Internet
Viasat Internet $129.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 245 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
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 225 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Rural Comm $65/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Wabash Communications $56/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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