Internet providers in Buffalo, IL

Internet in Buffalo

Moving towns or switching internet providers can be confusing and stressful. Comparing internet providers against the averages in the Buffalo area can help you choose the right internet and get back to your life.

Buffalo Residential Internet Coverage

With only 500 residents, Buffalo is one of the smallest communities in the Chicagoland metropolitan area. Buffalo sits northwest of the city itself, near McHenry and Evanston. This tight-knit community boasts good schools and a growing commercial area. There are several Internet service providers that have expanded their Chicago networks to include Buffalo and nearby service providers.

Looking for DSL? Start your search with Frontier. The Frontier network is one of the largest in the Buffalo area, reaching most of the town's main neighborhoods. The Frontier network reaches past Buffalo itself to include many other Chicago suburbs.

If cable is your chosen connection option, Mediacom could have what you need. The Mediacom network is expansive, reaching all of Buffalo and neighboring communities. Several download speeds are available through Mediacom, so it's easy to find an option that accommodates your needs.

Satellite service is available through Viasat, a national satellite company with a huge presence in Buffalo.

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What is the best internet provider in Buffalo?

Verizon Home Internet - Fast upload and download speeds
Mediacom - Good for multiple users
Viasat - Widely available

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Summary of Buffalo internet providers

Provider	Type	Download speeds up to	User rating	Order online
Verizon Home Internet	5G Home	300 Mbps	4/5	View Plans for Verizon Home Internet
Mediacom	Cable	1000 Mbps	3.5/5	View Plans for Mediacom CTAM Plans
Viasat	Satellite	150 Mbps	3/5	View Plans for Viasat
Shelby Electric Cooperative	Fixed Wireless	15 Mbps	N/A
MR Systems Wireless	Fixed Wireless	10 Mbps	N/A	View Plans for MR Systems Wireless