Urbana, IL Internet
Internet Providers in Urbana, IL
Compare every internet provider in Urbana, 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 1,200 Mbps reaching about 49% of Urbana, and an overall footprint of about 50%. Conxxus offers fiber speeds up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps reaching about 10% of the city; if it reaches your address, it is the faster choice. AT&T is the broadest backup where Xfinity does not reach, mostly fixed wireless with an overall footprint of about 47%, and its fastest common fixed wireless tier is 25 Mbps reaching about 28%.
In Carle Park and ZIP 61801, i3 Broadband leads at about 47%, while AT&T reaches about 30% with fiber speeds up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps. ZIP 61802 is also led by i3 at about 40%, with AT&T at about 19% and Xfinity at about 10%. ZIP 61803 is the strongest i3 pocket at about 58%, while Pavlov reaches about 15% and Volo about 13%. King Park, Meadowbrook, and East Urbana can differ street by street, and student apartments near the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign may have building-specific options or older DSL and copper infrastructure. Budget fixed wireless is worth checking for Zoom, streaming, and gaming, but confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Urbana, IL
Best plan here: 1.2 Gig — faster than 87% of all internet options in Illinois
Badge = fastest plan reaching at least 5% of the city. 2 Gig scores higher but reaches ~3%.
- 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 Urbana
Xfinity reaches 49.8% of Urbana, so your address will determine whether its cable service is available. Cable is a reliable choice here, with the 1.2 Gig plan offering up to 1200 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload for a Speed Score of 87/100. That headline score is above Urbana’s city average of 64, making Xfinity a competitive option for demanding home use where 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 Xfinity
Xfinity reaches 49.8% of Urbana, so it is a solid option if your address falls within its service area, but many residents will need to check availability first. At covered addresses, its cable plans offer strong choices, including up to 2 Gig, 1.2 Gig, and 1 Gig service, though the fastest options are address-dependent and may not be available throughout the city.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Cable
i3 Broadband
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Plans start at $49.99 /mo *
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 Urbana
Homes with heavy streaming, gaming, and work-from-home needs are well suited to i3 Broadband’s fiber plan, which offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 81/100. That is an excellent choice and a top-tier option in Urbana, with a score above the city’s 64 average. Fiber availability is address-dependent, reaching 32.4% of Urbana, so confirm it 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 i3 Broadband
i3 Broadband is a strong fit for households that stream, work from home, game, or have multiple connected devices, with fiber offering up to 1000 Mbps download and upload and an excellent Speed Score of 81/100. This symmetrical fiber service reaches about 32% of Urbana, so availability is highly address-dependent and worth checking before you choose it.
Available Plans
Fiber
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 Urbana
Fiber is an excellent choice for demanding use, with Pavlov Media offering up to 8,000 Mbps both ways and a plan Speed Score of 99/100. Availability depends on your address, and this top-tier plan reaches about 3% of Urbana. Pavlov also lists a 1,000 Mbps symmetrical fiber plan with a strong Speed Score of 81/100.
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 Pavlov Media
Fiber gives Pavlov Media customers excellent performance for streaming, gaming, video calls, and large downloads, with a symmetrical plan offering up to 8,000 Mbps both ways and a 1,000 Mbps option. Availability is address-dependent, with the 8,000 Mbps plan reaching about 3% of census blocks and the 1,000 Mbps plan about 14%, so check your address to see whether this top-tier fiber is available.
Available Plans
Fiber
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 Urbana
At $90/mo for 12 months, AT&T’s 5 GIG Fiber plan offers up to 5000 Mbps both ways, a top-tier value for heavy streaming, gaming, and large households, with a 97/100 Speed Score above Urbana’s city average of 64. Fiber is an excellent choice, but this plan reaches only about 9% of Urbana, so availability depends on your address. Where fiber is unavailable, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload for $40/mo, with a 73/100 Speed Score, though fixed wireless can 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&T offers strong value, from $35/mo for up to 300 Mbps to $90/mo for up to 5,000 Mbps, with fiber plans providing excellent, symmetrical speeds for streaming, gaming, and working from home. Fiber availability is address-dependent and reaches about 10% of Urbana for the 300 Mbps, 500 Mbps, and 1 GIG plans, while Internet Air reaches about 28% with up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, so check your address for fiber first because the fixed-wireless fallback may be less consistent for demanding modern use.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Fiber
Copper
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 Urbana
At $30/mo for the first 24 months, then $40/mo, Internet 300 buys up to 300 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, making it a solid value for a cable connection. Its Speed Score of 73/100 is above Urbana’s city average of 64, although availability is address-specific and this plan reaches about 9% of the city. The $30/mo Mediacom Internet 100 Mbps plan offers up to 100 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload for 12 months, but its 32/100 Speed Score makes Internet 300 the stronger choice where 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 Mediacom Xtream
At $30/mo for the first 24 months, then $40/mo, Internet 300 offers good value with up to 300 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload over cable, making it a solid choice for most households. Availability is address-dependent, with each listed plan reaching about 9% of Urbana, so check your address first; the 100 Mbps option costs $30/mo for 12 months and may suit lighter use, while busier households should look for faster alternatives if Internet 300 is unavailable.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Cable
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
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 Urbana
What you get for the monthly cost is an excellent fiber plan with up to 5,000 Mbps download and 5,000 Mbps upload, earning a 97/100 Speed Score and providing symmetrical performance for demanding households. Fiber is available to about 10% of Urbana, so confirm that this top-tier option 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 Conxxus
For the monthly price quoted at your address, Conxxus offers exceptional value with fiber speeds up to 5,000 Mbps both ways, backed by an excellent 97/100 Speed Score. This high-end option reaches about 10% of Urbana, so availability is highly address-dependent, but it is an excellent choice where offered.
Available Plans
Fiber
Volo.net Internet + Technology
Speeds up to 10,000 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 Urbana
Up to 10,000 Mbps both ways can comfortably handle large households, 4K streaming, gaming, remote work, and heavy uploads. This fiber plan is a top-tier option with a 99/100 Speed Score, but it reaches only about 2% of Urbana, while Volo’s up to 1,000 Mbps both ways fiber plan earns an 81/100 score and reaches about 4%, so availability depends on 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 Volo.net Internet + Technology
Up to 10,000 Mbps both ways on fiber can handle large downloads and uploads, 4K streaming, gaming, and many connected devices with ease. Volo.net has excellent fiber options, but availability is address-dependent, with the 10,000 Mbps plan covering about 2% of census blocks and the up to 1,000 Mbps symmetrical plan reaching about 4%, so check your address before counting on service.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Speed Score: Faster than 59% 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
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Urbana
Frontier’s fastest listed plan offers up to 115 Mbps download and 7 Mbps upload, enough for everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, but its Copper technology has a Speed Score of 59/100 and is available to about 2% of Urbana. Copper offers limited performance compared with alternatives, so confirm availability at your address and consider checking 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 Frontier
Frontier’s fastest local option offers up to 115 Mbps download and 7 Mbps upload, which can handle basic browsing, streaming, and a small household, though this below-average copper plan is available in only about 2% of census blocks. Availability is highly address-dependent, and many locations may be limited to the up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload plan, which is generally only suitable for basic browsing, so check for faster cable or fiber options before choosing Frontier.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Consolidated Communications
Speeds up to 50 Mbps
Plans range $51.95–$71.9 /mo *
Best plan here: ADVANCED — slower than 85% of all internet options in Illinois
- ADVANCEDDSL50 MbpsDownload15Our score$71.9Per month
- STANDARDDSL25 MbpsDownload4Our score$68.9Per month
- BASICDSL10 MbpsDownload1Our score$51.95Per month
Source: Consolidated Communications 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
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Urbana
Consolidated Communications is a limited-performance DSL option compared with alternatives, with its best plan scoring 15/100, below Urbana’s city average of 64. The ADVANCED plan offers up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload for $71.9 per month, while STANDARD provides up to 25/5 Mbps and BASIC up to 10/1 Mbps. Availability is address-dependent, and these DSL plans reach about 2% of Urbana, so consider checking other providers first 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 Consolidated Communications
Consolidated Communications is mainly a basic DSL option, so you should check whether faster internet is available at your address first. Its fastest ADVANCED plan offers up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload for $71.9 per month, with a below-average Speed Score of 15/100 and availability at just 2.3% of Urbana, while the slower plans may not be sufficient for busy households or modern online needs.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
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 Urbana
5G fixed wireless is an adequate choice for everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, with advertised speeds of up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, and its 73/100 Speed Score is above Urbana’s city average of 64. Verizon’s 5G Home plan is available to about 42% of Urbana, so address-level availability matters, and fixed wireless performance can vary more than wired connections.
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 online use, though fixed wireless can be affected by signal and network conditions. This plan is available to about 42% of Urbana, and its $60 monthly price for the first 12 months requires Auto Pay plus a qualifying postpaid unlimited mobile plan, so check your address and bundle requirements before choosing it.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Urbana
Up to 500 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload is enough for multiple users, 4K streaming, video calls, and online gaming. Nextlink’s 500 Mbps Lbr Fixed Wireless plan has a Speed Score of 80/100, above Urbana’s average top speed score of 64, and reaches about 26% of the city. Because this is fixed wireless, performance and availability depend on your exact address, so confirm the plan is offered there and check other options if you need consistently low latency.
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 Nextlink
Nextlink’s fastest plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 500 Mbps upload, enough for a busy household with multiple streams, video calls, and large downloads. Its fixed wireless service is generally adequate rather than excellent, and availability and performance are address-dependent; the more widely available up to 500 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload plan reaches about 26% of census blocks, so check for fiber or cable first, especially if you need consistently strong performance for modern online use.
Available Plans
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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 Urbana
Homes that need fast everyday connectivity, streaming, and work-from-home performance may find T-Mobile’s fixed wireless service a competitive option, with up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload speeds and a Speed Score of 80/100, above Urbana’s city average of 64. Fixed wireless can be adequate but may be more affected by local conditions than wired service, and this 500 Mbps plan is available to about 54% of Urbana addresses, so confirm availability 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 T-Mobile
T-Mobile is a good fit for households that want strong everyday performance at a competitive introductory price, with plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload over fixed wireless. The Amplified and All-In plans have an 80/100 Speed Score and are available to about 54% of Urbana, while the Rely plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload to the same area, so check your address first because fixed wireless performance and availability can vary.
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 Urbana
Licensed Fixed Wireless offers up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, which can support everyday browsing and streaming, but its plan Speed Score of 32/100 indicates limited performance compared with alternatives. It reaches 9.2% of Urbana, so confirm availability at your address and consider checking 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 W A T C H TV
Licensed fixed wireless offers up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, which is adequate for browsing, video calls, and some streaming, though it may be less consistent than cable or fiber. W A T C H TV reaches about 9% of Urbana, so availability is quite limited, and you should check whether a faster cable or fiber option is available at your address before choosing this plan.
Available Plans
Licensed 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 Urbana
Rise Broadband’s fastest plan reaches about 5% of Urbana, so your odds of getting its fixed-wireless service are limited. The up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload plan has a 15/100 Speed Score, making it adequate for basic use but limited compared with alternatives, so check availability at your address and consider other providers first if higher performance is 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 Rise Broadband
Rise Broadband reaches 10.3% of Urbana, so availability is limited and many shoppers will need to look elsewhere. At eligible addresses, its fixed wireless plans offer up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload, or up to 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, which are mainly adequate for basic use, so check for faster cable or fiber options first, since availability is address-dependent.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr Fixed Wireless
MF Wireless
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 Urbana
The value of a monthly MF Wireless bill is limited to up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload on its best Lbr Fixed Wireless plan, which has a Speed Score of 32/100 and reaches about 2% of Urbana. Fixed wireless can have performance issues, and the 50 Mbps and 25 Mbps plans score 15/100 and 4/100, respectively, so consider checking other providers first for better performance 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 MF Wireless
At the price quoted today, MF Wireless mainly offers fixed wireless service with up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, a below-average speed score of 32/100, so it may be adequate for basic use but is not the strongest value for demanding households. Its fastest plan reaches about 2% of census blocks, making availability highly address-dependent, so check for faster fiber or cable options first; where those are unavailable, the 50 Mbps or 25 Mbps plans may not be sufficient for modern streaming, remote work, or multiple users.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
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 Urbana
Starlink’s satellite service offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload on Residential Max, making it capable for streaming, work, and multiple users, though satellite latency can be more noticeable for gaming and real-time applications. This plan has a Speed Score of 79/100, above Urbana’s city average of 64, and shows 100.0% availability, but it is still worth checking other technologies at your address for lower-latency 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 Starlink
Satellite internet gives Starlink broad availability and can support streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing with up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload on its fastest plan, but satellite latency may affect gaming and other real-time uses. Starlink reaches 100.0% of Urbana, with the Residential Max 400 Mbps plan available citywide at $130/mo and a Speed Score of 79/100, so it is a practical option where faster fiber or cable service is unavailable, though you should check your address for those lower-latency technologies first.
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 Urbana
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet’s Fusion satellite plan buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 32/100 Speed Score is below Urbana’s city average of 64. Satellite service can have higher latency and limited performance compared to alternatives, so check what other technologies are available at your address before choosing, even though Fusion is available to 100.0% of Urbana.
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 $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, then $119.99, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its below-average 32/100 Speed Score and satellite technology may feel limited for busy households. The cheaper Select and Lite plans cost $49.99 and $39.99 per month initially, with up to 50 Mbps and 25 Mbps downloads, so check your address for fiber or cable first, since these satellite options may not be sufficient for modern streaming, gaming, or multiple users.
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 Urbana
Viasat Inc is a limited-performance choice for most internet needs because its satellite service has higher latency and slower real-world responsiveness than wired options. Viasat Essentials offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 29/100, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload with a score of 14/100, and both plans are available to 100.0% of Urbana. The provider’s 29/100 headline Speed Score is below the city average of 64, so check what other technologies are available at your address 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, so check for faster options before signing up. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with availability to 100% of Urbana, while Viasat Unleashed is slower at up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month. Satellite service can work for basic browsing, but its below-average speed scores and typically higher latency may make streaming, gaming, and video calls less reliable.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Urbana
All 27 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 27 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~53.8%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~53.8%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~49.2%CoverageCable
- 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~53.8%CoverageFixed Wireless
- Xfinity1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$50Per month~49.2%CoverageCable
- Xfinity500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)500 MbpsDownload80Our score$45$55Per month~49.8%CoverageCable
- Xfinity300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)300 MbpsDownload73Our score$40Per month~49.8%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload32Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Compare Urbana providers head-to-head
See how Urbana’s providers stack up against each other — speed, coverage, price, and who wins block by block.
Best Fit by Household Type in Urbana
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Xfinity 300 Mbps for $40/mo promotional pricing, reaching about 50% of Urbana.
Its 300 Mbps plan reaches about 50% of the city and suits shared streaming, studying, and video calls.
Check first: Confirm your address, because Xfinity's footprint covers only about half of Urbana.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose i3 Broadband fiber where available, offering 1,000/1,000 Mbps across about 32% of Urbana.
Symmetrical fiber speeds support video meetings, uploads, and cloud work more effectively than fixed wireless.
Check first: i3 Broadband has no published pricing, so verify monthly cost and installation details.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Conxxus fiber up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps if your address is within its 10% footprint.
Conxxus is Urbana's fastest option where available, with symmetrical fiber speeds for demanding households.
Check first: Its 5,000 Mbps tier reaches only about 10% of Urbana, so check eligibility first.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Use AT&T as the broadest backup, mostly fixed wireless with a 25 Mbps tier reaching about 28% of Urbana.
AT&T's overall footprint reaches about 47%, making it a practical non-satellite fallback where faster options miss.
Check first: Do not assume faster AT&T fiber; its 1,000 Mbps tier reaches only about 10%.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Urbana
Carle Park 61801
i3 Broadband is currently the strongest option for Symmetrical fiber and remote work.
i3 Broadband reaches about 47% of Carle Park with 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber.
ZIP 61802
i3 Broadband is currently the strongest option for Gigabit fiber.
i3 Broadband leads ZIP 61802 at about 40%, while Xfinity reaches about 10% with 1,200 Mbps cable.
ZIP 61803
i3 Broadband is currently the strongest option for Broadest local fiber option.
i3 Broadband reaches about 58% of ZIP 61803 with 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber.
Internet providers near Urbana
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Urbana, check the neighboring market directly.
Urbana Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Urbana, IL?
Xfinity is the best overall provider, with cable up to 1,200 Mbps reaching about 49% of Urbana. Conxxus is faster where available, offering 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber to about 10% of the city.
What is the fastest internet in Urbana, IL?
Conxxus is fastest where available, with 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 10% of Urbana. Xfinity is the best overall choice, with cable up to 1,200 Mbps reaching about 49%.
Which internet provider covers the most of Urbana, IL?
T-Mobile covers the most of Urbana among non-satellite providers, reaching about 78% of the city. Satellite services are available everywhere, while T-Mobile's listed 500 Mbps tiers reach about 54%.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Urbana, IL?
Mediacom Xtream Internet 300 is the cheapest plan at $30/mo promotional pricing for 300 Mbps, reaching about 9% of Urbana. The price applies for the first 24 months, then increases to $40/mo.
Can I get fiber internet in Urbana?
Fiber reaches about 32% of Urbana through i3 Broadband, whose listed tier is 1,000/1,000 Mbps. Other fiber footprints include Pavlov Media at about 17% and Conxxus at about 10%, so address checks remain essential.
What internet speed do I need in Urbana?
A 300 Mbps plan covers common streaming, studying, and remote-work needs, while 1,000 Mbps fiber is available through i3 Broadband across about 32% of Urbana. Larger shared households should check symmetrical fiber or higher cable tiers where available.
What internet options are available in Carle Park?
i3 Broadband reaches about 47% of Carle Park with 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber, the strongest listed local coverage. AT&T reaches about 30% there with 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber, but availability must be confirmed at the address.
How We Analyze Internet in Urbana
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 Urbana report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Urbana
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.