Bloomington, IL Internet
Internet Providers in Bloomington, IL
Compare every internet provider in Bloomington, IL: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedRoles count plans reaching at least 5% of Bloomington. Faster only in small pockets: Frontier Fiber 7 Gig up to 7,000 Mbps (~1% of the city).
Xfinity is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 1,200 Mbps reaching about 55% of the city. Metronet Holdings offers fiber speeds up to 5,120/5,120 Mbps reaching about 47% of the city. If Metronet Holdings reaches your address, it is the faster choice. Frontier is the safe fallback where Xfinity does not reach, mostly DSL, with an overall footprint of about 68% and its fastest common DSL tier, up to 90 Mbps, reaching about 9%.
Fiber is especially strong in 61701, including Founders’ Grove, where Metronet reaches about 84%, while Eagle Crest in 61704 is similarly fiber-heavy at about 72% Metronet coverage. Tipton Trails in 61705 is more mixed, with Metronet at about 20%, Mediacom Xtream at about 17%, and Verizon at about 16%, so address-level checking matters; Oakwoods may likewise vary from nearby blocks. Illinois Wesleyan University students should ask apartment managers about included service, because some buildings can still be tied to older DSL or copper infrastructure, which may struggle with Zoom, streaming, and gaming. Verizon fixed wireless reaches about 53% of the city with speeds up to 300/20 Mbps, and coverage can change street by street, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Bloomington, IL
Best plan here: 1.2 Gig — faster than 87% of all internet options in Illinois
- 1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable1,200 MbpsDownload87Our score$100Per month
- 1 GigCable1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$50Per month
- 500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)Cable500 MbpsDownload80Our score$45Per month
- 300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable300 MbpsDownload73Our score$40Per month
Source: Xfinity official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Bloomington
Xfinity reaches 55.0% of Bloomington, so many residents may be able to get its cable service, but availability depends on the exact address. Its top 1.2 Gig plan offers up to 1200 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 87/100, making Xfinity a reliable cable choice and a competitive option above the city average.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Xfinity
Xfinity reaches about 55% of Bloomington, so your odds are fairly good, and its cable service offers excellent options for most households. At eligible addresses, plans range from up to 1200 Mbps down and 35 Mbps up, but availability is address-dependent, so check your exact location before counting on these faster options.
Available Plans
Cable
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in Illinois
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Bloomington
Households with heavy streaming, gaming, remote work, or many connected devices should find Metronet Holdings’ fiber plan an excellent choice, offering up to 5120 Mbps download and 5120 Mbps upload with a 99/100 Speed Score. It is a top-tier option where available, but this plan reaches 46.8% of Bloomington, so confirm that fiber service is offered at your specific address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Metronet Holdings
Metronet Holdings is a strong fit for households that stream heavily, work from home, game, or have many connected devices, thanks to its fiber plan with up to 5120 Mbps both ways. Its fiber service has excellent performance, with a Speed Score of 99/100, but availability is address-dependent and reaches about 47% of Bloomington census blocks, so check your exact address before choosing.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: Internet 300 — faster than 73% of all internet options in Illinois
- Internet 300$30/mo for the first 24 months, then $40/moCable300 MbpsDownload73Our score$30Per month
- Mediacom Internet 100 Mbps$30/mo for 12 monthsCable100 MbpsDownload32Our score$30Per month
Source: Mediacom Xtream official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Bloomington
At $30/mo for the first 24 months, then $40/mo, Mediacom Xtream’s Internet 300 plan offers up to 300 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload over cable, making it a solid option with a 73/100 Speed Score above Bloomington’s 65 average. Availability is limited to about 19% of the city, so confirm that this plan reaches your address before signing up.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Mediacom Xtream
At $30 per month, Mediacom Xtream offers good value with up to 300 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload on its Internet 300 plan, a solid cable option for streaming, work, and everyday use, although the price rises to $40 after 24 months. A 100 Mbps plan costs the same for 12 months but is a slower choice, so check your address for the faster cable plan first, since these options are available to about 19% of Bloomington.
Available Plans
Cable
Pavlov Media
Speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in Illinois
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Bloomington
Fiber is an excellent choice for streaming, gaming, remote work, and other demanding use, with Pavlov Media offering up to 8,000 Mbps download and upload and a Speed Score of 99 for the 8,000 Mbps plan, available to about 4% of Bloomington. Its 1,000 Mbps fiber plan is also a top-tier option, with a Speed Score of 81 and availability covering about 10% of the city. Fiber availability varies by address, so check which plan reaches your home before choosing.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Pavlov Media
Fiber service supports demanding uses such as streaming, gaming, and large uploads, with Pavlov Media offering up to 8,000 Mbps both ways on its fastest plan, rated 99/100. Availability is address-dependent, with that plan reaching about 4% of census blocks and the up to 1,000 Mbps fiber plan reaching about 10%, so check your address to see whether one of these excellent options is available.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber 7 Gig — faster than 99% of all internet options in Illinois
- Fiber 7 Gig$124.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, maintain service 365 days for Samsung credit) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber7,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$124.99Per month
- Fiber 5 Gig$104.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher, maintain service for 365 days) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber5,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$104.99Per month
- Fiber 2 Gig$79.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber2,000 MbpsDownload93Our score$79.99Per month
- Fiber 1 Gig$64.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig plan) · $400 Best Buy promo code for Samsung productsFiber1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$64.99Per month
- Fiber 500$44.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher for Samsung credit) · $400 Best Buy promo code for Samsung productsFiber500 MbpsDownload80Our score$44.99Per month
- Fiber 200$29.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher for Samsung credit) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber200 MbpsDownload59Our score$29.99Per month
Source: Frontier official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Bloomington
Up to 7,000 Mbps both ways on Frontier’s Fiber 7 Gig plan can comfortably handle heavy streaming, gaming, large downloads, and many connected devices, earning it a top-tier Speed Score of 99/100, above the city average of 65. Fiber is an excellent choice, but availability is highly address dependent, with this plan reaching about 1% of Bloomington, so confirm that fiber service is offered at your address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Frontier
Up to 7,000 Mbps both ways on Frontier’s Fiber 7 Gig plan can easily handle heavy streaming, gaming, large downloads, remote work, and many connected devices at once. Frontier is an excellent option where its fiber is installed, but Fiber 7 Gig is available to about 1% of Bloomington, so check your address first because availability varies significantly.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Gridley Telephone Co.
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 81% of all internet options in Illinois
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Bloomington
Up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload can comfortably handle streaming, gaming, video calls, and many connected devices at once. Gridley Telephone Co.’s fiber plan is a top-tier option with a Speed Score of 81/100, above Bloomington’s average top speed score of 65, and reaches about 4% of the city. Availability depends on your address, and the copper plan offers only up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload, so consider checking other providers first if fiber is not available.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Gridley Telephone Co.
Up to 1000 Mbps both ways on fiber is excellent for streaming, video calls, gaming, and many connected devices at once. That top-tier option is available in about 4% of Bloomington census blocks, so check your address carefully; elsewhere, the up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload copper plan may handle only basic browsing and could fall short for modern households.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Conxxus
Speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Plans start at $49.99 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 97% of all internet options in Illinois
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Bloomington
For shoppers balancing monthly cost and performance, Conxxus offers an excellent fiber choice with up to 5000 Mbps both ways and a 97/100 Speed Score, available across about 1% of Bloomington. Its fiber plan with up to 1000 Mbps both ways is also a top-tier option at 81/100, but the plan available at your specific address may differ, so confirm availability before choosing.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Conxxus
At the monthly price quoted today, Conxxus offers excellent value where its fiber is available, with up to 5000 Mbps symmetrical service and an excellent Speed Score of 97/100. Availability is address-dependent, covering about 1% of census blocks for the 5000 Mbps plan and about 2% for the up to 1000 Mbps symmetrical plan, which also has a strong Speed Score of 81/100, so it is worth checking your exact address before choosing.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Tel-Star Cablevision
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 81% of all internet options in Illinois
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Bloomington
Tel-Star Cablevision’s cable plan reaches about 1% of Bloomington, so availability at your address is quite limited. Where available, speeds up to 1000 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload, along with a plan Speed Score of 81/100, make it a solid, reliable choice that is above the city’s average top-speed score of 65.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Tel-Star Cablevision
Tel-Star Cablevision reaches only about 1% of Bloomington, so most shoppers are unlikely to find it available at their address. Where it is offered, its cable plan provides excellent speeds of up to 1000 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload, making it a strong option for streaming, gaming, and multiple users, but availability is highly address-dependent.
Available Plans
Cable
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 73% of all internet options in Illinois
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload73Our score$60Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Bloomington
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making it suitable for everyday streaming, video calls, and browsing, though performance can vary with signal and network conditions. Its 73/100 Speed Score is above Bloomington’s city average of 65, but 5G Home is available at only about 55% of the city, so confirm that this technology reaches your address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is a good fit for streaming, video calls, and everyday household use, though wireless performance can vary. The plan is available to about 55% of Bloomington and costs $60 per month for 12 months with Auto Pay and the required qualifying postpaid mobile bundle, so check your address and compare any fiber or cable options first if you need the most consistent performance.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 80% of all internet options in Illinois
- T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload80Our score$45Per month
- T-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload80Our score$55Per month
- T-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless400 MbpsDownload79Our score$35Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Bloomington
Households seeking fast everyday service for streaming, work, and multiple connected devices may find T-Mobile a strong fit, especially with its 500 Mbps fixed wireless plans. Those plans offer up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 80/100, above the city average of 65. Fixed wireless performance can be less consistent than wired service, and these plans are available at about 63% of Bloomington addresses, so check your specific address and other available technologies before enrolling.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About T-Mobile
T-Mobile is a good fit for households that want fast internet for streaming, work, and everyday online use, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and a Speed Score of 80/100. The 500 Mbps options and the 400 Mbps Rely plan are available to about 63% of Bloomington, so check your address carefully because T-Mobile’s fixed wireless service can be adequate but may be less consistent than fiber or cable.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
W A T C H TV
Speeds up to 100 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Slower than 68% of all internet options in Illinois
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Bloomington
Licensed fixed wireless provides up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, which is adequate for everyday browsing and streaming but may be less consistent than wired connections. Its Speed Score of 32/100 indicates limited performance compared with alternatives, so consider checking other providers first for heavier streaming, gaming, or multiple users. Availability is limited to 42.9% of Bloomington, so confirm that W A T C H TV serves your specific address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About W A T C H TV
Licensed fixed wireless offers up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, which is adequate for everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, though its 32/100 Speed Score is below average. It is available across about 43% of Bloomington, so check your address and compare faster fiber or cable options first if you have demanding needs such as frequent large downloads or multiple simultaneous users.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps — faster than 73% of all internet options in Illinois
- AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new customers, no annual contract, AutoPay eligible for additional $5/mo discount)Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload73Our score$40Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Bloomington
At $40 per month for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 73/100, making it a competitive value above Bloomington’s city average of 65. As fixed wireless, it is an adequate option, though performance and consistency can vary more than with wired connections. This plan is available to about 39% of Bloomington, so confirm that it reaches your specific address before choosing it.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About AT&T
At $40 per month for the first 12 months, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, making it a reasonably priced option for streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing, though its fixed wireless connection may be less consistent than cable or fiber. The plan has a good 73/100 Speed Score and is available to about 39% of Bloomington, so check your address first, especially if another provider offers fiber or cable, which may be a stronger choice for busy households.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Wireless Data Net LLC
Speeds up to 400 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 79% of all internet options in Illinois
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Bloomington
Wireless Data Net’s fixed-wireless plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload, enough for multiple HD streams, video calls, and everyday gaming. Its Lbr Fixed Wireless 400↓/25↑ Mbps plan has a Speed Score of 79/100 and reaches about 2% of Bloomington, but availability is highly address-specific, so confirm service at your location before relying on it.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Wireless Data Net LLC
Wireless Data Net LLC’s fastest plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload, which is good for streaming, video calls, and several connected devices, though fixed wireless can be less consistent than cable or fiber. Availability is limited to about 2% of census blocks for that plan, and the slower 200 Mbps, 25 Mbps, and 10 Mbps options may be limiting for busy households, so check your address for the 400 Mbps plan or faster alternatives first.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Speed Score: Slower than 85% of all internet options in Illinois
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Adequate
Adequate
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Bloomington
Rise Broadband’s up to 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload fixed wireless plan reaches about 9% of Bloomington, so availability is limited to a small share of addresses. Its faster up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload fixed wireless plan scores 15/100, while the 25 Mbps plan scores 4/100, indicating limited performance compared with alternatives, so check what else is available at your address first.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Rise Broadband
Rise Broadband reaches 9.3% of Bloomington, so availability is limited and many shoppers will need to check their exact address. Its fixed wireless plans offer up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload, with the faster option reaching about 0% of census blocks and the 25 Mbps plan reaching about 9%, so check for faster fiber or cable service first if you work from home, stream heavily, or have several connected devices.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 79% of all internet options in Illinois
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload79Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload59Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload32Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Bloomington
Satellite service can provide useful broadband for streaming and everyday online use, but its higher latency may be noticeable for gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities. Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130 per month, with a Speed Score of 79/100, above Bloomington’s city average of 65, and is available to 100.0% of the city. Since all listed Starlink plans use satellite technology, check which connection types reach your specific address before choosing, especially if lower latency is important.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Starlink
Satellite internet is available to 100.0% of Bloomington through Starlink and offers plans up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, but its higher latency can affect gaming, video calls, and other real-time uses. Starlink is a practical option where wired service is unavailable, though you should check your address for faster fiber or cable options first, since the 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps plans may be limiting for busy modern households.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 68% of all internet options in Illinois
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload32Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload15Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload4Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
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THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Bloomington
At $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, then $119.99, HughesNet Fusion buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 32/100 Speed Score is below Bloomington’s city average of 65. As a satellite plan, it has more limited performance and higher latency than many wired alternatives, so shoppers should check what else is available at their address. Fusion is available to 100.0% of Bloomington, but Select and Lite offer slower speeds at their promotional prices.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About HughesNet
At $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet offers up to 25 to 100 Mbps downloads, but its satellite service has below-average performance and may feel limited for streaming, gaming, or multiple connected devices. The Fusion plan is the strongest choice at up to 100 Mbps, while Select and Lite are more basic options, and all three are available to about 100% of Bloomington; check for fiber or cable at your address first, since satellite may not be sufficient for modern internet needs.
Available Plans
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Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 71% of all internet options in Illinois
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload29Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload14Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
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Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Bloomington
Viasat Inc is a limited-performance option compared with alternatives in Bloomington, with its top plan scoring 29/100, below the city average of 65. Viasat Essentials offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, while Viasat Unleashed drops to a 14/100 score with up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month. Both satellite plans are available to 100% of the city, but service quality depends on your address, so check what other technologies are available before choosing satellite.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly an adequate fallback, not a first choice for modern internet needs, because its satellite plans offer below-average performance. Viasat Essentials is the better option at up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with availability across about 100% of Bloomington, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month; check your address for faster fiber, cable, or other local options first.
Available Plans
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Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Bloomington
All 25 product lines from the 9 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 25 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload79Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload59Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- T-MobileT-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard500 MbpsDownload80Our score$45$60Per month~63.1%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard500 MbpsDownload80Our score$55$70Per month~63.1%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard400 MbpsDownload79Our score$35$50Per month~63.1%CoverageFixed Wireless
- Xfinity1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)1,200 MbpsDownload87Our score$100Per month~55%CoverageCable
- Xfinity1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$50Per month~55%CoverageCable
- Xfinity500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)500 MbpsDownload80Our score$45$55Per month~55%CoverageCable
- Xfinity300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)300 MbpsDownload73Our score$40Per month~55%CoverageCable
- Verizon5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)300 MbpsDownload73Our score$60Per month~55%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Best Fit by Household Type in Bloomington
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Xfinity 300 Mbps for $40/month promotional pricing for 12 months, reaching about 55% of Bloomington.
Its cable service offers shared-household capacity across the city’s largest wired footprint.
Check first: Confirm Xfinity availability at your address before relying on the promotional rate.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Metronet Holdings fiber where available for symmetrical speeds up to 5,120 Mbps.
Metronet fiber reaches about 47% of Bloomington, supporting demanding uploads and video calls.
Check first: Its fastest tier is not citywide, so verify fiber service at your address.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Metronet Holdings fiber where available; otherwise consider Xfinity’s cable plans reaching about 55% of Bloomington.
Metronet offers up to 5,120/5,120 Mbps on fiber, while Xfinity provides broad wired availability.
Check first: Metronet’s top speed reaches about 47%, not its entire city footprint.
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Start with Metronet Holdings where fiber is available near campus-heavy areas.
Shared apartments need stable upload and download performance for Zoom, streaming, and concurrent device use.
Check first: Confirm your exact building is wired for the advertised plan tier before ordering.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Bloomington
Founders' Grove 61701
Metronet Holdings is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber households.
Metronet Holdings reaches about 84% of ZIP 61701, while Xfinity reaches about 13%.
Eagle Crest 61704
Metronet Holdings is currently the strongest option for Fiber internet availability.
Metronet Holdings reaches about 72% of ZIP 61704, ahead of Xfinity at about 20%.
Tipton Trails 61705
Metronet Holdings is currently the strongest option for Fiber where available.
Metronet Holdings reaches about 20% of ZIP 61705, followed by Mediacom Xtream at about 17%.
ZIP 61702
Metronet Holdings is currently the strongest option for Broad fiber coverage.
Metronet Holdings reaches about 88% of ZIP 61702, with Xfinity at about 8%.
Internet providers near Bloomington
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Bloomington, check the neighboring market directly.
Bloomington Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Bloomington, IL?
Xfinity is the best overall provider, offering cable up to 1,200 Mbps across about 55% of Bloomington. Metronet Holdings is faster where available, with fiber up to 5,120/5,120 Mbps reaching about 47%, so check your address before choosing.
What is the fastest internet in Bloomington, IL?
Metronet Holdings is the fastest where available, with fiber up to 5,120/5,120 Mbps reaching about 47% of Bloomington. Xfinity is the best overall provider, offering up to 1,200 Mbps on cable reaching about 55%.
Which internet provider covers the most of Bloomington, IL?
T-Mobile covers the most of Bloomington, reaching about 87% of the city, the widest footprint of any wired or fixed-wireless provider. Satellite from Starlink and HughesNet reaches every address but with higher latency.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Bloomington, IL?
Frontier Fiber 200 is the cheapest plan at $29.99 per month promotional pricing for 12 months, offering 200 Mbps and reaching about 1% of Bloomington. The offer is for new customers, with Fiber 1 Gig or higher required for Samsung credit.
Can I get fiber internet in Bloomington?
Fiber internet reaches about 47% of Bloomington through Metronet Holdings, whose service offers up to 5,120/5,120 Mbps where available. Other fiber footprints include Pavlov Media at about 14%, Conxxus at about 3%, and Frontier fiber at about 1%, so address verification matters.
What internet speed do I need in Bloomington?
A 300 Mbps plan reaches about 55% of Bloomington through Xfinity, providing a practical benchmark for many households. Larger households, remote workers, gamers, and streamers should consider Metronet Holdings fiber up to 5,120/5,120 Mbps where its approximately 47% footprint reaches their address.
What internet options are available in Founders' Grove?
Metronet Holdings reaches about 84% of Founders' Grove in ZIP 61701, while Xfinity reaches about 13%. Metronet provides fiber up to 5,120/5,120 Mbps where available, making address verification especially useful in this Bloomington neighborhood.
How We Analyze Internet in Bloomington
FCC Broadband Data
We use the FCC National Broadband Map, updated twice a year with provider-reported coverage at the census block level.
Speed Score
A state-wide percentile of each plan’s maximum advertised download speed against every option filed with the FCC in the state, all technologies on one scale. It is not a measured speed test.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Bloomington report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Bloomington
How We Calculate Speed Score
The Speed Score is a state-wide percentile from 0 to 100. It answers one question: of every internet option filed with the FCC in this state, across every technology, what share is slower than this plan’s maximum advertised download speed?
What goes in:
- The plan’s maximum advertised download speed, as the provider files it with the FCC and lists it for sale.
- Every other serviceable option in the state from the FCC Broadband Data Collection, counted by the census blocks it reaches.
Speed Score = share of the state’s filed options with a lower advertised download speed
A score of 85 means this plan’s advertised speed beats 85% of the options filed in the state. Fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite are all on the same scale, so a 1,000 Mbps plan scores the same whoever sells it.
What it is not: a measured speed test. It does not include latency, upload speed, reliability or congestion. Real throughput at an address varies with wiring, equipment and time of day.
How providers are ordered on this page: each provider’s tier scores are averaged across the census blocks it serves, then multiplied by the share of the city it reaches. Wired providers rank ahead of wireless-only ones, and satellite last, because their filings describe a signal footprint rather than a plant. The same rule sets the title and the 30-second verdict.
Data source: FCC National Broadband Map (Broadband Data Collection), republished roughly twice a year; provider plan lists checked monthly.
How We Calculate Capabilities
Estimated Capabilities predict how well each internet plan supports common household activities based on speed requirements and connection type.
Rating Scale:
- Excellent – Optimal performance, handles peak usage easily
- Good – Reliable performance with minimal issues
- Fair – Functional but may experience slowdowns during heavy use
- Poor – Not recommended; expect frequent buffering or lag
How We Rate Each Category:
Streaming
Based on download speed. 4K streaming requires 25+ Mbps per stream; HD requires 5+ Mbps. We account for multiple simultaneous streams.
Multi-device
Evaluates total bandwidth capacity divided by typical household device count (phones, tablets, smart TVs, computers). Fiber and cable handle many devices better than DSL or satellite.
Gaming
Considers both upload speed (for sending game data) and latency (ping time). Fiber and cable excel here; satellite connections struggle due to inherent signal delay.
Whole Home
Assesses whether the connection can reliably serve an entire household during peak evening hours. Factors in technology type (shared vs. dedicated bandwidth) and total speed capacity.
Note: Actual performance depends on your specific location, network congestion, and equipment quality.