Internet Providers in Joliet, IL

Over 2,224 people in Joliet found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

74.64% availability
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Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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Limited-Time Fibermaxx Offer: Lock in Fiber 1 Gig for $39.95/mo

#2

Xfinity

87.5% availability
Xfinity logo

Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2645)

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Comcast customers get access to millions of WiFi hotspots nationwide!

#3

AT&T

74.64% availability
AT&T logo

Connection Types:

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.

#4

Viasat

61.08% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#5

HughesNet

76.82% 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 Joliet, 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 Joliet

EarthLink Fiber or Cyberonic might be available for you, and is often the best choice for speed and reliability, especially for video calls, cloud backups, and multi-user streaming. The best internet providers in Joliet will depend on what is available at your address, but consider fiber internet first. If fiber is not available, look at cable internet and then 5G home internet. Fiber plans offer speeds up to 5 Gbps, with starting prices around $39.95/mo in many areas.

Xfinity provides cable internet and is the next-best pick in Joliet, if fiber is not an option. Cable can deliver fast download speeds (up to 1 Gbps) and is more widely available, with plans starting at $50/mo.

DLS wireless plans can be a strong alternative, if you want something plug-and-play, particularly if you are in a well-covered part of Joliet. Pricing often starts around $99/mo, and speeds can reach up to 450 Mbps, depending on network conditions and location. If your address has limited options, AT&T or Viasat may be available in your area.

What is the fastest internet provider in Joliet?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Joliet, IL, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 74.64% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps74.64%
XfinityCable / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps87.50%
AT&TDSL / Television1 Gbps1 Gbps74.64%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps61.08%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps76.82%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Joliet?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Joliet 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
Xfinity$50.00+Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
AT&T$55.00Up to 1 GbpsNo1 TB
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Joliet?

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

Fiber

1.08%

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

Cable

61.03%

Most widely available wired option. Xfinity covers 87.50%, Cyberonic covers 74.64%. Up to 1 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

73.56%

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. DLS leads at 0.08%. 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 Joliet residents.

Joliet, IL - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Joliet, IL has a total of 19 internet providers including  6 Fiber providers, 2 Cable providers, 4 DSL providers, 12 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Joliet, IL by Coverage Area

All 19 internet providers serving Joliet by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 10 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Clearsky Systems30 Mbps30 MbpsFixed Wireless100.00%
2.Xfinity1 Gbps1 GbpsCable / Television / Phone87.50%
3.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone76.82%
4.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber74.64%
5.AT&T1 Gbps1 GbpsDSL / Television74.64%
6.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless74.64%
7.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone61.08%
8.JAB Broadband5 Mbps1 MbpsFixed Wireless55.34%
9.Intelligent Computing Solutions10 Mbps2 MbpsFixed Wireless6.67%
10.Urban Communications10 Mbps10 MbpsFiber / Fixed Wireless2.52%
11.Global Capacity6 Mbps~DSL1.63%
12.DLS6 Mbps6 MbpsFixed Wireless0.08%
13.Wisper ISP20 Mbps4 MbpsFixed Wireless0.05%
14.King Street Wireless1 Mbps~Fixed Wireless~
15.Convergence Technologies~~Fixed Wireless~
16.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
17.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~
18.Zayo Group~~Fiber / Fixed Wireless~
19.Business Only Broadband~~Fixed Wireless~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Joliet?

Yes. Joliet 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

Xfinity Internet Essentials

$14.95/month for up to 75 Mbps for qualifying households. Xfinity Internet Essentials includes xFi Gateway (modem + Wi-Fi) and discounted PCs.

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 Joliet

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Joliet, 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 19 internet providers in Joliet, 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 Joliet, 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 Joliet. 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. Joliet residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Xfinity Internet Essentials offers up to 75 Mbps for $14.95/month. 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 Joliet, 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.

Yes, 5G home internet is available in Joliet. 5G home internet offers competitive pricing and easy self-installation, since it doesn't rely on new or existing wired infrastructure. Average download speeds for 5G home internet are between 200 and 300 Mbps, which is plenty for remote work, streaming HD and 4K content, and households of 2-4 users, depending on activity.

The average download speed in Joliet is 140 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 Joliet, IL.

Xfinity, HughesNet, EarthLink Fiber, AT&T, and Viasat offer internet in Joliet, IL.

  • Xfinity: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $50.00+/mo.
  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/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.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Joliet

Black Road Branch
3395 W. Black Road
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 740-2660
Joliet Public Library
150 North Ottawa Street
Joliet, IL 60432
(815) 740-2660
Jpl West Outlet
1244 Louis Joliet Mall
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 439-7279

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