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Internet providers in Chicago, IL
FCC filings list 15 residential internet providers in Chicago, IL, including Xfinity, Verizon 5G Home, AT&T Internet Air. Compare each by technology, top advertised speed and how much of the city it covers, then enter your ZIP or call (877) 365-2069 for plans and pricing at your exact address.
In this city
What is filed here, and what that means for your block.
City-level figures are a starting point. Fiber often stops at a particular street, and cable footprints follow older build boundaries, so the only answer that counts is the one for your address.
Top internet providers in Chicago
| Provider | Technology | ZIPs served (of 46) | Top filed speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity | Cable | 46 | 2 Gbps |
| Verizon 5G Home | 5G Home Internet | 46 | 1 Gbps |
| AT&T Internet Air | 5G Home Internet | 46 | 100 Mbps |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 5G Home Internet | 46 | 100 Mbps |
| AT&T Fiber | Fiber | 44 | 5 Gbps |
| Astound | Cable | 41 | 1.5 Gbps |
| Zentro | 5G Home Internet | 35 | 2 Gbps |
| Astound Fiber | Fiber | 32 | 1.5 Gbps |
Satellite internet (Starlink, Viasat, HughesNet) is sold across Chicago, but every install has to qualify on site — a clear view of the sky and somewhere to mount the dish. Coverage data: FCC Broadband Data Collection (December 2024). Availability is address-specific within each ZIP.
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Internet in Chicago, IL — common questions
How many internet providers are in Chicago, IL?
FCC filings list 15 residential internet providers in Chicago, IL, with Xfinity covering the most ZIP codes. Availability varies by address; enter your ZIP to see what reaches your home.
Is fiber internet available in Chicago?
Yes. Fiber is filed in 46 of Chicago's 46 ZIP codes, with advertised speeds up to 10 Gbps. Street-level availability varies, so check your address.
How do I find the best internet in Chicago, IL?
Enter your ZIP to compare every provider reported in your ZIP by speed, technology and coverage, then call (877) 365-2069. We compare plans and pricing with you and place the order, free.