Highland, Illinois Broadband Internet Service

Highland, IL has a total of 6 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 6 internet service options in Highland. 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 Highland is Highland Communication Services. A summary of all the results:

Rank Provider Tech Max Download Speed Max Upload Speed Availability
1Highland Communication ServicesFiber1024 Mbps1024 Mbps96.7%
2SpectrumCable940 Mbps35 Mbps99.8%
3Wisperwireless100 Mbps20 Mbps100.0%
4FrontierDSL115 Mbps7 Mbps73.0%
5ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
6HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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Highland 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 Highland have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

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Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Highland compare to Madison County? The average speed in Highland is 30.71 Mbps which is faster than Madison County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the Illinois average of 26.81 Mbps.

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Highland Internet Access Facts

  • The average download speed in Highland is 14.5% faster than the average in Illinois and 5.2% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • DSL internet is available to 43.9% of the Madison County population

  • The average internet download speed in Highland is 30.71 Mbps based upon 18584 measurements taken in the last 12 months

  • Cable internet is available to 99.7% of the Highland population

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 97.7% of Highland residents

  • There are 6 residential internet providers in Highland, IL providing service to at least 15% of the city

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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 Highland 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 Highland Communication Services as the top provider for Highland, Illinois.

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

Click through to see how the Highland broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Belvidere, Channel Lake, Fairmont, Gridley, Rock Falls, Sparta, Worden

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 Highland, Illinois?

The following zip codes were used: 60420, 60437, 60470, 60479 and 62249

Who has the fastest internet service in Highland?

Highland Communication Services with a download speed of 1024 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Highland.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Highland - Frontier.




Highland 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.


Spectrum

  • 125+ channels
  • Flexible packages
  • 85,000 OnDemand titles
  • All plans feature sports, breaking news, movies plus Spectrum Originals
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DISH

  • 290+ channels
  • Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
  • 4 video package tiers
  • Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
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Hulu Live TV

  • 75+ channels
  • Access to premium Hulu originals
  • Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
  • 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
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YouTube TV

  • 85+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
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DIRECTV stream

  • 140+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network and sports coverage
  • Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
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fuboTV

  • 180+ channels
  • 1000 hours of cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages
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