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.
Average starting price
$105/mo
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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Summary of Buffalo internet providers
Availability and speeds displayed are not guaranteed and are subject to change.
Technology Type
DSL:
DSL provides internet service via phone cables and is up to ten times faster than dial-up service.
Cable:
Cable provides internet speeds faster than DSL through the same cables used for cable TV.
Satellite:
Satellite internet is widely available, but offers slower speeds due to a far-traveling signal.
Fiber:
Fiber relies on glass strands to relay digital code and is much faster than both DSL and cable.