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

Best Prairie Grove Internet Service Providers

Prairie Grove, 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 Prairie Grove. 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 Prairie Grove 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	99.1%
2	AT&T	DSL	100 Mbps	20 Mbps	96.8%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	E-Vergent.com	wireless	65 Mbps	10 Mbps	18.1%

Prairie Grove 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 Prairie Grove 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 Prairie Grove are compared to McHenry County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Illinois overall?
Average download speeds in Prairie Grove of 32.3 Mbps are faster than the McHenry County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for Illinois.

Prairie Grove Internet Access Facts

The average internet download speed in Prairie Grove is 32.3 Mbps based upon 17624 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 99.2% of the Prairie Grove population
Fiber optic internet is available to 0.0% of Prairie Grove residents
There are 5 residential internet providers in Prairie Grove, IL providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Prairie Grove is 67.2% faster than the McHenry County average and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 95.7% of McHenry 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 Prairie Grove 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 Prairie Grove, Illinois.

Who has the fastest internet service in Prairie Grove?

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

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

The following zip codes were used: 60012, 60014 and 60050

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

Click through to see how the Prairie Grove broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Beecher, Eureka, Granville, Hudson, Manteno, Oakwood, Prospect Heights

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 Prairie Grove, 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 Prairie Grove, Illinois?

Xfinity provides broadband internet service to 99.1% of Prairie Grove.

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.

What internet download speed do I need?

Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Prairie Grove 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

Prairie Grove 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.