Internet Providers in Athens, IL

Over 940 people in Athens found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

95.22% availability
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Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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Limited-Time Offer: Upgrade to fiber starting at $39.95/mo

#2

AT&T

95.22% availability
AT&T logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL / Television
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2629)

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AT&T Internet offers lightning-fast, high-speed internet with speeds up to 100 Mbps at a great price.

#3

Viasat

97.26% availability
Viasat logo

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#4

Frontier

7% availability

Connection Types:

DSL / Phone
Speed up to:

Fastest Available

User Review:

(2641)

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For new residential Frontier Internet customers. Requires Auto Pay or $10/mo fee applies. Printed bill available for $2.99/mo. Fee does not apply to NY, PA and select customers. Max speeds if indicated, and optimal performance, are wired. Service capabilities subject to location. Wi-Fi, actual & average speeds or performance vary. Performance details: https://frontier.com/corporate/internet-disclosures. Expert installation ($85) and other applicable charges, additional services and taxes are extra & subject to change during & after the promo period. A $50 equipment restocking fee per household applies when Internet is disconnected. A fee up to $150 per device also applies if equipment is not returned. Service subject to availability. Cannot be combined with other offers. Other restrictions, Frontier policies and service terms apply.

Save $10/mo with auto-pay. Get no data caps, no annual commitment, free installation, and a Wi-Fi router included.

#5

HughesNet

99.58% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

100 Mbps

User Review:

(2869)

*24-month commitment and early service termination fees apply. Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACH enrollment. Offer may vary by geographic area.

Unlimited Data – With no hard data limits, if you use the data in your plan, speeds will reduce.

Television Only Providers in Athens, IL

#1Dish Network

  • DISH is ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power for the third year in a row.
  • 2-Year TV Price Guarantee.
  • Free Google Voice Remote and Smart DVR Included.
  • Record up to 16 shows at once.
  • 80,000 On Demand Titles.
  • FREE Standard Professional Installation from a trusted, local expert.
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

#2DIRECTV

  • Best entertainement options for any sports fan over Cable TV, including NFL Sunday Ticket!
  • Includes local channels
  • HBO, Showtime, Starz, Cinemax free for first 3 months
  • Free upgrade to Genie HD-DVR
  • Free professional installation in up to 4 rooms
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

Best Internet Providers in Athens

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in most parts of Athens, if it is available at your address. Fiber internet is one of the fastest and most reliable types of internet and is ideal for remote work, streaming, gaming, and busy households with lots of connected devices. In many areas of Athens, you will see speed tiers from 11 Mbps to 5 Gbps, with pricing generally in the $39.95-$99/mo range.

Cass Communications Management is a solid choice in Athens, if fiber is not available where you live. Cable internet is widely available in many parts of Athens and can support most households with speeds up to 30 Mbps and plans starting at $99/mo.

Royell Communications offers 5G home internet plans starting at $99/mo, and delivers speeds from 1 Mbps to 450 Mbps, depending on your address and signal strength. 5G internet can be a great alternative in many parts of Athens.

What is the fastest internet provider in Athens?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Athens, IL, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 95.22% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps95.22%
AT&TFiber / DSL / Television1 Gbps1 Gbps95.22%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps97.26%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps99.58%
FrontierDSL / PhoneFastest AvailableFastest Available7.00%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Athens?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Athens starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 5 Gbps. Viasat offers the next lowest price at $49.99/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
AT&T$55.00Up to 1 GbpsNo1 TB
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB
Frontier$49.99Fastest AvailableNoUnlimited

What type of internet connection is best in Athens?

Athens has 5 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

8.66%

Fastest, most reliable. Symmetrical speeds. EarthLink Fiber is the best available for gaming and WFH.

Cable

100.00%

Most widely available wired option. Cass Communications Management covers 100.00%, Cyberonic covers 95.22%. Up to 30 Mbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

95.22%

AT&T, max 1 Gbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

5G Wireless

100.00%

No contracts or data caps. Royell Communications leads at 0.18%. Typical 15 Mbps - 450 Mbps. Great for renters and budget-conscious users.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most Athens residents.

Athens, IL - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Athens, IL has a total of 12 internet providers including  6 Fiber providers, 2 Cable providers, 5 DSL providers, 6 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Athens, IL by Coverage Area

All 12 internet providers serving Athens by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 6 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Rise Broadband3 Mbps2 MbpsFixed Wireless100.00%
2.JAB Broadband15 Mbps3 MbpsFixed Wireless100.00%
3.King Street Wireless1 Mbps~Fixed Wireless100.00%
4.Cass Communications Management30 Mbps5 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless100.00%
5.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone99.58%
6.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone97.26%
7.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber95.22%
8.AT&T1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL / Television95.22%
9.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless95.22%
10.Frontier~~DSL / Phone7.00%
11.Royell Communications10 Mbps1 MbpsFixed Wireless0.18%
12.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Athens?

Yes. Athens residents may qualify for free or discounted internet service through the federal Lifeline program, or provider-specific, low-income, affordable internet plans.

Federal Program

Lifeline

An FCC program that provides up to a $9.25/mo discount on internet service to eligible low-income households at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Provider Program

AT&T Access

$30/month for up to 100 Mbps for qualifying households. Access from AT&T includes Wi-Fi & installation; no equipment fees or annual contract.

Frequently Asked Questions about Athens

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Athens, IL, based on speed and pricing. It's Fiber internet reaches speeds up to 5 Gbps, and plans start at $39.95. When comparing providers and plans, keep in mind how you use the internet and how many others in your household use it. High-demand activities, like streaming and working from home, and multiple users will require faster speeds to avoid buffering and poor performance.

There are 12 internet providers in Athens, IL. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite.

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $39.95. Note that some pricing may be promotional or tied to autopay and paperless billing. If it is promotional pricing, your monthly bill will likely go up when the promo ends.

EarthLink Fiber has the fastest speeds in Athens, with a top download speed of 5 Gbps. Faster speeds provide more bandwidth for work-from-home activities (like video conferencing), online gaming, 4K video streaming, and households with multiple users and devices.

Yes, fiber internet is available in Athens. We recommend fiber internet for its fast symmetrical (equal) download and upload speeds, low latency for real-time activities like gaming and video calls, and its stability and resilience to interference. Fiber availability varies by address.

Yes. Athens residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. AT&T Access starts at $30/month for up to 100 Mbps. Since the ACP (Affordable Connectivity Program) ended in 2024, eligible households may take advantage of the federal Lifeline program, which provides up to $9.25/month in discounts.

If it's available in Athens, fiber internet is the best internet option for online gaming. Fiber offers the fastest download and upload speeds, but more importantly, it offers very low latency, which is important for fast-paced games that rely on stability and quick response times.

No, 5G home internet is not available in Athens. Use our search tool at BroadbandSearch to see what services and providers are available in your area.

The average download speed in Athens is 12 Mbps. For comparison, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) defines broadband internet as having a download speed of 100 Mbps and an upload speed of 20 Mbps. Go to TestMySpeed and run an internet speed test to see how fast your internet connection is compared to speeds in Athens, IL.

HughesNet, Viasat, EarthLink Fiber, AT&T, and Frontier offer internet in Athens, IL.

  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • AT&T: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $55.00/mo.
  • Frontier: Offers speeds up to 35 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Athens

Athens Municipal Library
410 East Hargrave Street
Athens, IL 62613
(217) 636-8047

How We Research Internet Providers

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