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

Rolling Meadows, IL High Speed Internet Service

Rolling Meadows, 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 Rolling Meadows. 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 Rolling Meadows is Xfinity. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Xfinity	Cable	987 Mbps	35 Mbps	99.2%
2	AT&T	DSL, Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	78.8%
3	WOW!	Cable, Fiber	1000 Mbps	50 Mbps	78.3%
4	E-Vergent.com	wireless	65 Mbps	10 Mbps	93.0%
5	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
6	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Rolling Meadows 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 Rolling Meadows 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 Rolling Meadows of 5.73 Mbps are slower than the Cook County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Illinois.

Rolling Meadows Internet Access Facts

The average internet download speed in Cook County is 25.9 Mbps based upon 20345968 samples taken in the past year
The average upload speed in Rolling Meadows is 5.73 Mbps. This is 23.3% slower than the average in Illinois and 50.6% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Rolling Meadows is 37.5% faster than the Cook County average and 9.9% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Rolling Meadows is 5.73 Mbps. This is 26.8% slower than the Cook County average and 50.6% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 99.0% of Cook County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 24.5% of Cook County residents

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 Rolling Meadows 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 Xfinity as the top provider for Rolling Meadows, Illinois.

Who has the fastest internet service in Rolling Meadows?

AT&T and WOW! with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in Rolling Meadows.

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

The following zip codes were used: 60008 and 60067

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

Click through to see how the Rolling Meadows broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Bull Valley, Channel Lake, Effingham, Hodgkins, Lakewood, Manlius, St Elmo

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there are fiber internet providers in Rolling Meadows - AT&T and WOW!.

What is DSL internet service?

DSL provides internet service via phone lines but at speeds typically 100x or more than old fashioned dial-up service over those same phone lines. Download speeds are typically slower than cable, but DSL is more likely to be available in a remote location than cable.

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

Xfinity provides broadband internet service to 99.2% of Rolling Meadows.

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 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.

Rolling Meadows 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.