Astound Broadband internet in Evanston, IL
Astound Broadband reports service to about 98% of residential locations in Evanston, Illinois, which ranks it #2 of 5 providers with meaningful coverage. Astound Broadband provides cable and fiber internet in a number of metro areas, including brands formerly known as RCN, Grande and Wave.
How Astound Broadband compares in Evanston
| # | Provider | Technology (varies by address) | Locations covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Xfinity | Cable | 99%+ |
| 2 | Astound Broadband | Fiber, Cable | 98% |
| 3 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 96% |
| 4 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 90% |
| 5 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 66% |
| 6 | Everywhere Wireless | Fixed wireless | 2% |
Share of residential locations in Evanston where each provider reports service (FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025). See all providers in Evanston.
What technologies are available in Evanston?
Fiber is limited in Evanston, reaching about 7% of locations. Gigabit-class service (1,000 Mbps down) is reported for about 80% of locations. DSL is still reported for about 72% of locations, which can be a fallback where fiber and cable do not reach. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 94% of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in Evanston that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
Astound Broadband in places near Evanston
- Skokie, IL (97%)
- Lincolnwood, IL (100%)
- Glenview, IL (68%)
- Park Ridge, IL (96%)
- Des Plaines, IL (86%)
- Prospect Heights, IL (81%)
- Mount Prospect, IL (70%)
- Chicago, IL (54%)
Plans and pricing
Plan prices and promotions change often and vary by address, so we do not list them. See Astound Broadband's current offers at your address with its availability checker.
Frequently asked questions
Is Astound Broadband available in Evanston?
Astound Broadband reports service to about 98% of residential locations in Evanston, per FCC data as of December 31, 2025. That ranks it #2 of 5 providers with meaningful coverage here. Availability depends on your exact address.
What type of internet does Astound Broadband offer in Evanston?
Astound Broadband offers fiber, cable service across its footprint. The FCC summary does not say which technology reaches each address, so check your address with the provider.
Who are the main Astound Broadband competitors in Evanston?
Other providers reporting at least 10% coverage in Evanston include Xfinity (100%), AT&T (96%), T-Mobile Home Internet (90%), Verizon (66%).
How do I check Astound Broadband availability at my address?
Use Astound Broadband's own address checker, or enter your ZIP code here to compare all providers for your area.
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