Willowbrook, Illinois Broadband Internet Service
Willowbrook, 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 Willowbrook. 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 Willowbrook is Xfinity. A summary of all the results:
Rank | Provider | Tech | Max Download Speed | Max Upload Speed | Availability |
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1 | Xfinity | Cable | 987 Mbps | 35 Mbps | 97.5% |
2 | AT&T | DSL, Fiber | 1000 Mbps | 1000 Mbps | 96.0% |
3 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
4 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Willowbrook 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
Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Willowbrook are compared to DuPage County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Illinois overall?
Average download speeds in Willowbrook of 52.21 Mbps are faster than the DuPage County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for Illinois.
Willowbrook Internet Access Facts
The average upload speed in Willowbrook is 9.45 Mbps. This is 26.5% faster than the average in Illinois and 18.5% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Willowbrook is 87.9% faster than the DuPage County average and 61.1% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Willowbrook is 9.45 Mbps. This is 14.5% faster than the DuPage County average and 18.5% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 98.9% of DuPage County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 13.6% of DuPage County residents
The average internet download speed in DuPage County is 27.78 Mbps based upon 3454160 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 Willowbrook 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 Willowbrook, Illinois.
Who has the fastest internet service in Willowbrook?
AT&T with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Willowbrook.
What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Willowbrook, Illinois?
The following zip codes were used: 60417, 60514 and 60527
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 Willowbrook internet service.
Speed | Devices | Typical Usage |
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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 Willowbrook compare to other cities in Illinois?
Click through to see how the Willowbrook broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Clarendon Hills, Gardner, Heyworth, Kansas, Markham, Tampico, White Hall
Is there fiber internet service near me?
Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Willowbrook - AT&T.
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 Willowbrook, Illinois?
Xfinity provides broadband internet service to 97.5% of Willowbrook.
Willowbrook 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.
Xfinity
- 260+ channels
- Award winning voice remote
- Customize your plan
- Watch TV, DVR and OnDemand anywhere with the Xfinity Stream app
DISH
- 290+ channels
- Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
- 4 video package tiers
- Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
Hulu Live TV
- 75+ channels
- Access to premium Hulu originals
- Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
- 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
YouTube TV
- 85+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
DIRECTV stream
- 140+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network and sports coverage
- Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
fuboTV
- 180+ channels
- 1000 hours of cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages