Northbrook, IL Internet
Internet Providers in Northbrook, IL
Compare every internet provider in Northbrook, IL: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedXfinity is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 43% of Northbrook, while its overall footprint reaches about 99%. If AT&T’s fiber reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with speeds up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps reaching about 36% of the city.
Local results vary considerably: in Northbrook Estates, AT&T fiber leads with about 42% of the ZIP, while Xfinity’s up to 2,000 Mbps cable reaches about 26%. In ZIP 60065, Xfinity leads with about 30%, but AT&T fiber is close behind at about 28%, so that ZIP offers a particularly useful address-by-address comparison. Charlemagne, Heathercrest, and Techny can also differ from those ZIP-wide patterns, since coverage changes block by block. Astound Broadband is worth checking where its cable network reaches, while fixed wireless from T-Mobile or Verizon may suit households prioritizing a different setup. Confirm the exact address before choosing, because the available technology and speed can change from one street to the next.
Best Internet Providers in Northbrook, IL
Best plan here: 2 Gig — faster than 93% of all internet options in Illinois
- 2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable2,000 MbpsDownload93Our score$100Per month
- 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 Northbrook
Xfinity’s cable plan with speeds up to 1,200 Mbps reaches 99.2% of Northbrook, giving most addresses a strong chance of qualifying. Cable is a solid, reliable option, and Xfinity’s 93/100 Speed Score is above the city average of 62. The faster 2 Gig plan, with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps, is more address-dependent and available to about 43% of the city.
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 99.2% of Northbrook, so most residents have a strong chance of getting its cable service. Its up to 1,000 Mbps and 1,200 Mbps plans are excellent options for most households, while the up to 2,000 Mbps plan is available to about 43% of the city; availability depends on your address, so check which tier you can order.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
Best plan here: AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed — faster than 97% of all internet options in Illinois
- AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed$90/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 discount applies for 12 months on 1Gb+ plans) · $150 Visa reward cardFiber5,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$90Per month
- AT&T Fiber 1 GIG speed$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 off for 12 months; full plan cost due until discount starts within 3 bills) · $150 Visa reward cardFiber1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 500Mbps$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers, $15/mo discount for 12 months applies after up to 3 bill cycles) · $100 Visa reward cardFiber500 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 300Mbps$35/mo for 12 months (new customers, with AutoPay & paperless bill discount, wired connection to gateway) · $200 AT&T Visa Reward CardFiber300 MbpsDownload73Our score$35Per month
- 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
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 Northbrook
Starting at $35/mo for 12 months, AT&T offers up to 300 Mbps symmetrical fiber, while $50/mo options provide up to 500 Mbps or 1,000 Mbps both ways, and $90/mo buys up to 5,000 Mbps both ways. Its 5 GIG plan has a Speed Score of 97/100, above Northbrook’s city average of 62, making AT&T fiber an excellent choice and a top-tier option for demanding households. Fiber availability depends on your exact address, with the 1 GIG, 500Mbps, and 300Mbps plans reaching about 45% of the city and 5 GIG reaching about 36%; where fiber is unavailable, Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps down and 30 Mbps up with a 73/100 score, but it may be less consistent than fiber.
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 $35/mo, AT&T’s Fiber 300 plan offers up to 300 Mbps both ways, while $50/mo can buy up to 1,000 Mbps both ways and $90/mo up to 5,000 Mbps both ways, making the fiber lineup excellent value where available. Fiber is address-dependent, reaching about 45% of Northbrook for the 1 Gig and 500 Mbps plans and about 36% for 5 Gig; where fiber is unavailable, Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload for $40/mo across about 62% of the city, an adequate fallback that may be less consistent and less capable for upload-heavy needs.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Speed Score: Faster than 91% 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 Northbrook
Astound Broadband is a strong choice in Northbrook, with its cable plan offering up to 1500 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload, a reliable option with a 91/100 Speed Score that is above the city average and available across about 28% of the city. Astound also offers a top-tier fiber plan with up to 1500 Mbps both ways and a 91/100 score, but fiber availability depends on your specific address, so the cable plan may be the option you can actually order.
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 Astound Broadband
Astound Broadband is a strong option where available, with cable offering up to 1500 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload across about 28% of Northbrook, plus fiber offering up to 1500 Mbps both ways. Fiber availability is especially address-dependent, but the cable plan remains an excellent choice for most households, so check your address to see which option you can order.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
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 Northbrook
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making it a solid choice for streaming, video calls, and everyday home use. Its Speed Score of 73/100 is above Northbrook’s city average of 62, though fixed wireless can be more variable than wired connections. This plan is available to about 69% of Northbrook, so check your address to confirm eligibility and whether the advertised performance is available there.
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 Home 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 fixed wireless can be less consistent than cable or fiber. It is available to about 69% of Northbrook, so check your address before counting on it, and compare any faster fiber or cable options nearby if your household has heavy usage or needs the most reliable performance.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
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 Northbrook
T-Mobile’s home internet suits households that want strong everyday performance for streaming, video calls, and multiple connected devices, with speeds up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload and a Speed Score of 80/100, above Northbrook’s city average of 62. The fixed wireless plans are competitive, but real-world consistency and availability can vary by address, with the 500 Mbps plans reaching about 88% of the city. Check your address before enrolling, especially if a wired option may offer more consistent performance.
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 solid fit for households that want up to 500 Mbps download speeds for streaming, work, and everyday use, especially when paired with an eligible postpaid voice line. Its fixed wireless plans have good to excellent speeds, with the 500 Mbps options scoring 80/100 and available to about 88% of Northbrook, but service can vary by address, so check availability and performance at your home before signing up.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed 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 Northbrook
Satellite internet can handle streaming, browsing, and everyday use, but its higher latency may affect gaming and real-time video calls. Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130 per month, with a 79/100 Speed Score that is above Northbrook’s city average of 62 and availability at 100.0% of the city. Because satellite performance can be more variable than wired alternatives, check what other technologies are available at 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 Starlink
Satellite internet can provide broad access, and Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130 per month, with availability at 100.0% of Northbrook, though satellite latency can affect gaming and video calls. Starlink also sells plans from $55 to $85 per month with speeds up to 100 to 200 Mbps, but check for fiber or cable at your address first because those technologies generally provide a better experience for modern needs.
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
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Northbrook
At $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, then $119.99, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys you up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its Speed Score is 32/100, below Northbrook’s city average of 62. As a satellite service, it has higher latency and more limited real-world performance than many wired alternatives, so it is worth checking what else is available at your address. Fusion is listed as available to 100.0% of Northbrook, while the lower-priced Select and Lite plans offer up to 50/5 Mbps and 25/3 Mbps with Speed Scores of 15/100 and 4/100.
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 download speeds, but the satellite connection and Speed Score of 32/100 make it a below-average value for demanding modern use. All three plans are available to 100% of Northbrook, though you should check your address for faster fiber or cable options first, since HughesNet is mainly a fallback for basic browsing, streaming, and connected-home needs.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
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
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Northbrook
Viasat is a limited-performance option compared with alternatives, with a headline Speed Score of 29/100 versus the Northbrook average of 62. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with availability at 100% of the city, but satellite service typically has higher latency than wired technologies. Viasat Unleashed is slower at up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month, and the plan available at your address may determine which performance you receive, so check other providers 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 Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is a nationwide fallback, but it should not be your first choice if faster internet is available at your address. Its Viasat Essentials plan reaches 100% of Northbrook with up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, while Viasat Unleashed costs $99.99 for up to 34 Mbps down and 4 Mbps up; both are satellite plans with below-average speeds and latency that may limit modern streaming, gaming, and video calls.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Northbrook
All 22 product lines from the 7 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 22 plans
- Xfinity1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)1,200 MbpsDownload87Our score$100Per month~99.2%CoverageCable
- Xfinity1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$50Per month~99.2%CoverageCable
- Xfinity500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)500 MbpsDownload80Our score$45$55Per month~99.2%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload79Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Xfinity300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)300 MbpsDownload73Our score$40Per month~99.2%CoverageCable
- 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~88.3%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~88.3%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~88.3%CoverageFixed Wireless
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload59Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- 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~69%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.
Compare Northbrook providers head-to-head
See how Northbrook’s providers stack up against each other — speed, coverage, price, and who wins block by block.
Best Fit by Household Type in Northbrook
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Xfinity 300 Mbps for $40/mo promotional pricing with AutoPay; it reaches about 99% of Northbrook.
Its broad cable footprint supports shared streaming, video calls, and multiple devices.
Check first: Confirm the promotional rate, equipment terms, and exact address availability before ordering.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose AT&T Fiber 300Mbps for $35/mo promotional pricing with AutoPay and paperless billing where available.
Fiber reaches about 45% of Northbrook and provides a wired 300 Mbps connection to the gateway.
Check first: Fiber availability varies by address, even within Northbrook Estates and ZIP 60065.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose AT&T Internet 5 GIG where available for symmetrical 5,000 Mbps service reaching about 36% of Northbrook.
Its fiber tier offers the highest listed speed and upload performance for demanding households.
Check first: Check the address because the 5 Gig tier reaches substantially less than AT&T overall.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Use Starlink Residential 100 Mbps for $55/mo promotional pricing, available everywhere in Northbrook.
Starlink reaches every address and offers a lower-cost 100 Mbps option for harder-to-serve locations.
Check first: Satellite availability does not guarantee the same performance as wired fiber or cable.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Northbrook
Northbrook Estates 60062
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Fastest fiber availability.
AT&T reaches about 42% of ZIP 60062 with fiber up to 5,000 Mbps.
ZIP 60065
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Xfinity reaches about 30% of ZIP 60065 with cable service up to 2,000 Mbps.
Northbrook Estates 60062
AT&T is currently the strongest option for multi-user homes, remote work, gaming, and 4K streaming.
AT&T leads this ZIP with 42.3% best-address share.
ZIP 60065
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for most households with regular streaming and work-from-home needs.
Xfinity leads this ZIP with 30.0% best-address share.
Internet providers near Northbrook
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Northbrook, check the neighboring market directly.
Northbrook Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Northbrook, IL?
Xfinity is the best overall provider, offering cable up to 2,000 Mbps across about 43% of Northbrook. If AT&T fiber reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps available across about 36% of the city.
What is the fastest internet in Northbrook, IL?
AT&T fiber is fastest where available, reaching about 36% of Northbrook with 5,000/5,000 Mbps service. Xfinity is the best overall provider, and its 2,000 Mbps cable tier reaches about 43% of the city, so address-level availability determines the practical winner.
Which internet provider covers the most of Northbrook, IL?
Xfinity has the largest non-satellite footprint, reaching about 99% of Northbrook overall across its technologies. Satellite providers Starlink, HughesNet, and Viasat are available everywhere, but Xfinity offers the broadest wired coverage for most addresses.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Northbrook, IL?
The cheapest options are AT&T Fiber 300Mbps at $35/mo promotional pricing for 300 Mbps, reaching about 45%, and T-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps at $35/mo for 400 Mbps, reaching about 88%. AT&T requires AutoPay and paperless billing; T-Mobile requires a qualifying wireless line and bundle.
Can I get fiber internet in Northbrook?
AT&T fiber reaches about 45% of Northbrook for its 1,000 Mbps tier and about 36% for 5,000 Mbps service. Check your exact address because fiber coverage is much smaller than AT&T's roughly 96% overall footprint.
What internet speed do I need in Northbrook?
A 300 Mbps plan handles many Northbrook households, while 1,000 Mbps suits heavy streaming, gaming, and simultaneous work. Xfinity's 300 Mbps tier reaches about 99% of the city, while AT&T's 1,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 45%, so choose based on household demand and address availability.
Which internet works best in Northbrook Estates?
AT&T reaches about 42% of Northbrook Estates ZIP 60062 with fiber up to 5,000 Mbps. Xfinity also appears there with cable up to 2,000 Mbps, so compare the exact address when prioritizing fiber speed or broader cable availability.
How We Analyze Internet in Northbrook
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 Northbrook report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Northbrook
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.