Internet providers in Chicago, IL
We track 5 residential internet providers for Chicago, IL, including AT&T, Earthlink, and Spectrum, with fiber and cable plans listed. Per plan data last updated September 21, 2026, Spectrum has the lowest listed plan price on this page, $30/mo (For 1 year; new residential customers). These are listings for the city, not service confirmed at your address, so check your street address with each provider before ordering.
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Internet providers in Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL has residential internet from national providers competing head-to-head across cable and fiber networks, with fiber build-out continuing to reach more neighborhoods each year in this dense, heavily overbuilt market. This page ranks the providers that report service in Chicago and compares each plan’s starting price, download and upload speeds, equipment and installation fees, and contract terms in one place. Because Chicago is such a competitive, multi-provider market, the exact lineup available can differ from block to block or even building to building. Enter your address or ZIP code to confirm what’s serviceable at your home, then compare plans and start your order.
Lower listed price in Chicago
Spectrum
Spectrum Internet 100
For 1 year; new residential customers.
Faster listed plan: WOW WOW! Gig Internet at $69/mo, 2.0 Gbps. Shown separately because it costs more. Confirm the address before ordering.
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5 optionsPlans
- AT&T Fiber 5 Gbps plan · Fiber5.0 Gbps
- AT&T Fiber 300 Mbps plan · Fiber300 Mbps
- AT&T Fiber 1 Gig plan · Fiber1.0 Gbps
Listed plan price; confirm current address eligibility and terms with the provider. Faster listed plan: WOW! Gig Internet at $69/mo, 2.0 Gbps.
Plans
- WOW! Internet 500 Mbps1.0 Gbps · $49/mo
- WOW! Gig Internet2.0 Gbps · $69/mo
- WOW! 1.2 Gbps Internet2.0 Gbps · $79/mo
- WOW! 2 Gbps Internet500 Mbps · $99/mo
Listed plan price; confirm current address eligibility and terms with the provider. Faster listed plan: EarthLink Fiber 1 Gig at $89/mo, 1.0 Gbps.
Plans
- EarthLink Fiber 100 · Fiber100 Mbps · $59/mo
- EarthLink Fiber 1 Gig · Fiber1.0 Gbps · $89/mo
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INTERNET OFFER: Limited-time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days). Standard rates apply after promo period or service change. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Activation fee additional; taxes may apply. Gig speeds require a compatible modem; see Spectrum.net/modem for list. Terms and conditions apply, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Spectrum Internet® is powered by fiber and connected to the premises by coaxial lines.
Best for your use case in Chicago
Picked from plans listed for Chicago. Confirm current terms and availability at your address.
Highest listed download speed
Compare download capacity for streaming and multiple devices. Actual speeds vary.
AT&T
AT&T Fiber 5 Gbps plan
Highest listed upload speed
Compare upload capacity for video calls and sending large files. Actual speeds vary.
AT&T
AT&T Fiber 5 Gbps plan
Best on a budget
Lowest monthly price with a real plan backing it.
Spectrum
Spectrum Internet 100
For 1 year; new residential customers.
About internet in Chicago
We track 5 residential internet providers for Chicago, IL. Availability varies by street address. Advertised download speeds average 1.3 Gbps across the 13 plans tracked here. 2 listed providers report fiber service in Chicago. Availability and plan speeds depend on your street address; check with the provider before ordering.
13 plans tracked · Provider and plan listings; confirm current terms and availability with the provider.
Best & Cheap Internet Near You in Chicago
What is the best internet provider in Chicago?
There is no single "best" internet provider in Chicago, IL for every household — the right pick depends on which providers actually reach your address and whether you value speed, price, or contract flexibility most. Providers active in our Chicago data, including AT&T, Earthlink, and Spectrum, are worth comparing side by side on speed tier, starting price, and contract terms rather than choosing on brand recognition alone.
Connection type matters too — Fiber and Cable each have different strengths, and a plan that looks "best" on paper is not best if it is not available at your address. Run your address through the availability checker above to see which of these providers actually serve your home before you compare further.
What's the cheapest way to get internet in Chicago, IL?
The cheapest way to get internet in Chicago, IL is usually to compare entry-level plans first, then ask each provider about current promotional pricing before you sign up. The lowest advertised starting price we currently track in Chicago is $30/mo (For 1 year; new residential customers.), against a market average closer to $66/mo. No-contract plans, self-install instead of a paid technician visit, and autopay or paperless-billing discounts are the most reliable ways to lower the advertised rate without downgrading speed.
Promotional rates typically expire after 12 months, so the cheapest plan on day one is not always the cheapest plan over two years — ask what the price becomes after the promo period before you order. Run your address through the availability checker above to see which lower-cost options actually reach your home.
How do I find internet providers near me in Chicago?
To find internet providers near you in Chicago, IL, enter your ZIP code or full address in the availability checker above and Konecteaze shows which providers reach your exact location. Our Chicago data currently tracks 5 providers across Fiber and Cable, but the specific list that reaches your address can differ from a neighbor just a block away.
You can also browse the full provider list on this page and click into any provider to check availability and current plan pricing directly at your address.
Internet in Chicago, IL
We track 5 internet providers serving Chicago, IL, spanning 13 plans. Households here can choose among fiber and cable depending on the address. The fastest tier in our Chicago data tops out at 5 Gbps. Providers we track in this area include AT&T, Earthlink, and Spectrum. Enter your ZIP below to narrow the listed plans, then confirm service at your exact address with the provider.
- Providers tracked
- 5
- Plans tracked
- 13
- Max speed
- 5 Gbps
- Lowest price
- $30.00/mo · For 1 year; new residential customers.
- Connection types
- Fiber • Cable
- Fiber plans
- Listed
Top Chicago plans we track
Listed plan prices and speeds from the Konecteaze database. Plans and terms depend on your address.
Spectrum
Cable · For 1 year; new residential customers.
WOW
Confirm current address eligibility and terms with the provider.
Earthlink
Fiber · Confirm current address eligibility and terms with the provider.
Source: Konecteaze provider database; verify final availability and terms with the provider
AT&T vs Earthlink in Chicago
Both AT&T and Earthlink compete in Chicago. Your best choice depends on what's actually available at your address and whether you value price, upload speed, or bundle options.
Frequently asked questions
How many internet providers are there in Chicago, IL?
Konecteaze currently lists 5 internet providers for Chicago, IL. Between them they list 13 plans, covering connection types such as Fiber and Cable. The list includes AT&T, Earthlink, and Spectrum alongside 2 others tracked in our data. That headline number is a starting point, not a guarantee for any single home.
Providers also package those plans differently — some lead with promotional first-year pricing, others with no-contract flexibility or bundled mobile and TV — so the count alone does not tell you which option fits your household. Coverage across Chicago, IL is rarely uniform, because fiber builds, cable footprints, and fixed-wireless towers each end at different boundaries, so two houses on the same street can see different menus.
Enter your ZIP on this page to narrow the listings, then confirm the exact providers and plans at your street address before ordering.
Who are the top internet providers in Chicago?
Our Chicago listings include AT&T, Earthlink, and Spectrum, with 2 more tracked in the area. Together they deliver service over Fiber and Cable, so the right pick depends on whether you prioritise raw speed, a low monthly price, or a specific technology such as fiber. The fastest advertised tier we track in Chicago reaches 5 Gbps, while entry pricing starts near $30/mo (For 1 year; new residential customers.).
"Top" also means different things by household — a gamer, a large family, and a remote worker will each rank these providers differently. It is also worth checking each provider's contract length, data caps, and equipment fees, since two plans at the same headline speed can differ sharply once those extras are included. Because fiber footprints in particular are drawn block by block, two neighbouring streets can have very different options.
Enter your ZIP in the checker above to narrow the list, then ask each provider to confirm service at your exact address.
What's the cheapest internet plan in Chicago, IL?
The lowest advertised plan we currently track in Chicago, IL starts at $30/mo (For 1 year; new residential customers.). Across priced plans in our data, the average listed price is about $66/mo; it may differ from an entry price or the final bill. We compare 13 plans for Chicago, so there is usually a spread between the cheapest promotional tier and faster plans that cost more.
Budget-friendly options often come from providers such as AT&T, Earthlink, and Spectrum, though the exact leader changes as promotions rotate. The cheapest sticker price is not always the cheapest real cost, because equipment rental, installation, and month-13 rate increases can change the math. It is worth separating the promotional rate from the standard rate that begins after the first year, and checking whether autopay or paperless billing is required to hold the low price.
Promo pricing also expires, so the number you see at checkout may differ — always verify the current price on the provider's own site before you commit.
Is fiber internet available in Chicago?
2 listed providers report fiber service in Chicago. Availability and plan speeds depend on your street address; check with the provider before ordering.
What's the fastest internet speed available in Chicago?
The fastest advertised internet speed in our Chicago data is 5 Gbps. The listed products include Fiber and Cable; the speed alone does not establish which technology delivers that tier. Plans in Chicago start near $30/mo (For 1 year; new residential customers.) at the entry level and climb as you move toward that fastest tier. Multi-gigabit plans are becoming more common in competitive markets, but the fastest number is a ceiling, not a promise for every address.
Providers we track locally include AT&T, Earthlink, and Spectrum, and the specific plan tier you choose determines the speed you actually get. Real-world throughput also depends on your equipment, wiring, and home network. Review the provider's plan rows or enter your ZIP above, then confirm available speeds at your exact address with the provider.
How do I switch internet providers in Chicago?
Compare plans on this page, confirm your preferred provider serves your exact address, then schedule the new install before cancelling the old service. Availability is block-level, so re-check the exact address even for providers listed across the rest of the city. Next, check whether your current contract carries an early-termination fee and note your existing billing date so you can time the change without paying for two services at once.
Keeping the old line live until the replacement is installed and tested — an overlap of a day or two — protects you from an internet gap for work, school, or streaming. Ask listed providers such as AT&T, Earthlink, and Spectrum whether self-install is offered at your address. Finally, return any leased equipment promptly to avoid unreturned-hardware charges, and keep your confirmation numbers until the final bill clears.
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