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

Best Petersburg Internet Service Providers

Petersburg, 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 Petersburg. 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 Petersburg 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	50 Mbps	5 Mbps	99.4%
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%
5	AT&T	DSL	25 Mbps	2 Mbps	21.6%

Petersburg 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 Petersburg of 1.32 Mbps are slower than the Menard County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Illinois.

Petersburg Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Petersburg is 1.32 Mbps. This is 82.3% slower than the average in Illinois and 88.6% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Petersburg is 9.8% faster than the Menard County average and 65.4% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Petersburg is 1.32 Mbps. This is 22.4% slower than the Menard County average and 88.6% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 64.0% of Menard County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 9.3% of Menard County residents
The average internet download speed in Menard County is 10.2 Mbps based upon 14960 samples taken in the past year

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 Petersburg 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 Petersburg, Illinois.

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

Click through to see how the Petersburg broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Bannockburn, Bourbonnais, Carrollton, Farmington, Grandwood Park, La Grange Park, South Jacksonville

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 Petersburg, Illinois?

The following zip codes were used: 62675

Who has the fastest internet service in Petersburg?

ViaSat with a download speed of 100 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Petersburg.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Petersburg - AT&T.

What is an internet data cap?

Some internet providers on their lowest end plans limit the amount of data that can be downloaded in a month. Like cellular phone plans, when that usage limit is hit, an additional charge is added to the customer's bill. Data caps are typically 1TB or more. In a month you could send 40,000 emails, streaming music 24 hours a data, surf the web 24 hours a day plus stream HD video 12 hours a day and still not hit a 1TB limit. Fewer than 10% of customers hit their data caps in a month.

What is fixed wireless internet service?

Fixed wireless internet is typical used in rural areas where there are no buried telephone or cable lines. An antenna is attached to the home or business which transmits and receives data from access point towers. Download speeds are typically much better than with satellite.

Petersburg 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.