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

Best Ashland Internet Service Providers

Ashland, IL has a total of 4 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 4 internet service options in Ashland. 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 Ashland is Cass Communications Management. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Cass Communications Management	Cable, Fiber	100 Mbps	25 Mbps	100.0%
2	Rise Broadband	wireless	25 Mbps	5 Mbps	100.0%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Ashland 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 Ashland 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

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Ashland are compared to Cass County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Illinois overall?
Average download speeds in Ashland of 18.87 Mbps are faster than the Cass County average download speeds and slower than the statewide average for Illinois.

Ashland Internet Access Facts

The average internet download speed in Cass County is 11.73 Mbps based upon 24920 samples taken in the past year
The average upload speed in Ashland is 2.67 Mbps. This is 64.3% slower than the average in Illinois and 77% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Ashland is 60.9% faster than the Cass County average and 41.8% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Ashland is 2.67 Mbps. This is 23% faster than the Cass County average and 77% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 84.1% of Cass County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 14.6% of Cass 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 Ashland 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 Cass Communications Management as the top provider for Ashland, Illinois.

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

Click through to see how the Ashland broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Brookport, Camargo, Franklin, Harrison, Hudson, Schaumburg, Watson

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 4 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Ashland, 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 Ashland, Illinois?

The following zip codes were used: 62612

Who has the fastest internet service in Ashland?

Cass Communications Management and ViaSat with a download speed of 100 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in Ashland.

Ashland 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.