Who is our top ranked provider in Herrin IL? [Updated]

Herrin, IL High Speed Internet Service

Herrin, IL has a total of 5 options for high speed internet providers that meet the minimum broadband download speed of 25 Mbps. It can be understandably confusing when trying to determine which of these broadband providers to choose. Hopefully we can eliminate some of the guesswork for you by applying our ranking algorithm to those 5 internet service options in Herrin. The calculation we perform considers the download connection speed, upload connection speed, population covered and overall value provided by each company. Based upon that calculation, our top choice for Herrin is Mediacom. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Mediacom	Cable	1000 Mbps	50 Mbps	99.1%
2	Wisper	wireless	50 Mbps	5 Mbps	100.0%
3	Frontier	DSL, Fiber	115 Mbps	115 Mbps	63.1%
4	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Herrin IL Internet Access Options

When it comes to high speed internet availability, download speeds and overall customer satisfaction, cities with more than a single provider more often than not lead in all of these categories.
Does Herrin have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

Broadband Internet Speeds

For most users, the average download speed of their internet service is more important than their upload speed. However, upload speed plays at least some role for all users.
Average upload speeds in Herrin of 6.04 Mbps are faster than the Williamson County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Illinois.

Herrin Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Herrin is 6.04 Mbps. This is 54.9% faster than the Williamson County average and 47.9% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 81.5% of Williamson County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 22.1% of Williamson County residents
The average internet download speed in Williamson County is 15.21 Mbps based upon 145368 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Herrin is 12.5% faster than the average in Illinois and 6.9% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average internet download speed in Herrin is 30.16 Mbps based upon 33024 measurements taken in the last 12 months

Internet Access Technologies

DSL, Cable, Fiber and Fixed Wireless are four common types of technology used to provide internet access. The following chart shows the percentage of Herrin residents who have access to each of these technology types.

Internet Service FAQs

Who has the best internet service near me?

Our proprietary algorithm that takes into consideration download speed, upload speed, availability and overall value ranks Mediacom as the top provider for Herrin, Illinois.

Who has the fastest internet service in Herrin?

Mediacom with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Herrin.

How do the internet speeds in Herrin compare to other cities in Illinois?

Click through to see how the Herrin broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Auburn, Bull Valley, Elmwood Park, Essex, Joliet, Paris, Western Springs

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Herrin, Illinois?

Wisper provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Herrin.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 5 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Herrin, IL residents.

What is cable internet service?

Cable internet service streams data through the same coaxial cables used for cable television. In nearly all instances cable internet will be faster than DSL. Cable internet is available to nearly 90% of Americans but does not have as much coverage in remote areas as DSL.

What is Mbps?

Mbps is an abbreviation for Megabits Per Second and represents the rate of data transmission. A larger value for download Mbps or upload Mbps means a file will take less time to be sent than it will with an internet connection with a lower Mbps.

What download speed do I need to stream movies?

For HD movies and shows Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu all recommend a minimum of 5 Mbps. Streaming 4K/UHD content requires a minimum of 25 Mbps for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Herrin, Illinois?

The following zip codes were used: 62918, 62933, 62948 and 62959

Herrin Cable TV, Satellite TV and Streaming Services

Our ranking of internet service plans can make choosing a new provider fairly easy. Selecting a TV provider is more difficult as additional variables are involved. If you are a heavy TV viewer and/or watch in multiple rooms at the same time, a traditional cable TV package or satellite TV provider may be the best option for you. However, if you live in a rental property or a heavily wooded area, satellite TV may not be a viable option. Streaming TV packages can be a good option for many, especially if your internet plan does not have a data limit. Read through the pros and cons of the various TV packages available to you and chose the best match to your viewing needs.