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

Best Diamond Internet Service Providers

Diamond, 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 Diamond. 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 Diamond 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	98.6%
2	Surf Air Wireless	wireless	25 Mbps	6 Mbps	100.0%
3	AT&T	DSL	25 Mbps	2 Mbps	70.3%
4	Rise Broadband	wireless	25 Mbps	5 Mbps	50.0%
5	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
6	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Diamond IL Internet Access Options

Studies have shown that the competition from having two or more broadband internet providers in a community leads to lower prices and better overall service.
The chart below graphs the segment of the population which has a choice of internet providers at four different ranges of download speeds.

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 Diamond of 7.19 Mbps are faster than the Grundy County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Illinois.

Diamond Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Diamond is 7.19 Mbps. This is 121.2% faster than the Grundy County average and 38% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 85.9% of Grundy County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 2.4% of Grundy County residents
The average internet download speed in Grundy County is 14.72 Mbps based upon 70696 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Diamond is 20.5% faster than the average in Illinois and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average internet download speed in Diamond is 32.3 Mbps based upon 17624 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 Diamond 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 Diamond, Illinois.

Who has the fastest internet service in Diamond?

Xfinity with a download speed of 987 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Diamond.

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

The following zip codes were used: 60416

What is fiber internet service?

Fiber internet service transmits data by sending pulses of light over thin glass fiber optic cable. In most cases fiber internet service download speeds will be faster than cable or DSL, however, fiber service is limited with less than half of Americans living in an area with fiber coverage.

What internet download speed do I need?

Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Diamond internet service.

Speed	Devices	Typical Usage
25+ Mbps	1-2 devices	Web browsing Music streaming HD video streaming
100+ Mbps	3-5 devices	Video conferencing 4K video streaming Online gaming
1000+ Mbps	6+ devices	Multiple video or 4K streams Zero latency gaming

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

Click through to see how the Diamond broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Chenoa, Fox Lake Hills, Liberty, Maryville, Murphysboro, New Lenox, Oglesby

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Most likely there is not. Our latest information shows there are no fiber internet providers offering coverage to more than 15% of the Diamond, Illinois population.

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 Diamond, Illinois?

Surf Air Wireless provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Diamond.

Diamond 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.