Internet providers in Freeport, IL
Freeport is a city in Illinois with about 23,636 residents and roughly 13,618 residential locations that internet providers can report on. The table below compares the providers that report service here.
Compare internet providers in Freeport, IL
Share of residential locations in Freeport where each provider reports service, from the FCC National Broadband Map (data as of December 31, 2025). Availability depends on your exact address.
| # | Provider | Technology (varies by address) | Locations covered | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Xfinity | Cable | 99%+ | |
| 2 | Computer Dynamics of NW Illinois | Fixed wireless | 97% | |
| 3 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 88% | Check availability |
| 4 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 72% | |
| 5 | JAB Wireless | Fixed wireless | 59% | |
| 6 | Frontier | Fiber, DSL | 44% | |
| 7 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 43% | Check availability |
| 8 | Surf Air Wireless | Fiber | 12% | |
| 9 | AaroBand | Fixed wireless | 4% |
Satellite internet
| 1 | HughesNet | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 2 | Viasat | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 3 | Starlink | Satellite | 99%+ |
Satellite service is available at nearly every address but typically has higher latency than wired options.
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What to know about internet in Freeport
Xfinity reports service to the most residential locations in Freeport, about 100%. 5 providers report coverage of at least half of locations (Xfinity, Computer Dynamics of NW Illinois, Verizon, T-Mobile Home Internet, and JAB Wireless), so the market looks competitive. Fiber-focused providers reporting service here include Surf Air Wireless (12%). Computer Dynamics of NW Illinois, T-Mobile Home Internet, and JAB Wireless offer fixed wireless home internet, an option if you prefer no cable or fiber installation.
What technologies are available in Freeport?
Fiber is limited in Freeport, reaching about 12% of locations. Plans of 100 Mbps or faster are reported for about 99%+ of locations, while gigabit-class service reaches about 38%. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 99%+ of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in Freeport that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
Freeport at a glance
About 82% of households in Freeport have a broadband subscription, 8 points below the Illinois average of 89%.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2023).
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Frequently asked questions
Is fiber internet available in Freeport?
Yes, in part. About 12% of residential locations in Freeport can get fiber, 100% can get cable, and about 38% can get gigabit-class speeds, per FCC data. Availability depends on your exact address.
Which internet provider has the widest coverage in Freeport?
Xfinity reports service to about 100% of residential locations in Freeport, the most of any provider, per FCC data. Availability still depends on your address.
How many internet providers serve Freeport?
9 providers report service to at least 2% of locations in Freeport, and 5 cover at least half. Satellite (HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink) is also available nearly everywhere.
Is there fiber internet in Freeport?
Fiber providers reporting service in Freeport include Surf Air Wireless (12% of locations). Other providers may also offer fiber in parts of the city, so check your address.
What is the difference between fiber, cable and DSL?
Fiber offers the fastest and most consistent speeds, cable is widely available with high download speeds, and DSL runs over phone lines and is usually slower. See our guide for details.
What internet speed do I need in Freeport?
Most households are well served by 100–300 Mbps. Heavy streaming, gaming or many connected devices may benefit from 500 Mbps or more.
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