In Kernan there are 2 residential DSL providers covering 24.48% of the city. The average home can get speeds up to 10 Mbps. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers below. This does not influence rankings, and helps us provide high-quality detailed information for free.
This page contains all DSL internet providers in Kernan, IL.
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DSL Internet Service Providers in Kernan
Data updated 11/14/2025, based on FCC data from 12/31/2024. This is the most current data available as of .
To avoid wasting your time, providers with less than 1% coverage in Kernan are not shown.
Kernan Satellite TV & Internet Providers
DISH Satellite TV
DIRECTV Satellite TV
Not sure whether to choose Dish or DIRECTV? For most people most of the time we recommend DISH. But click here to learn more.
Viasat Satellite Internet
Where in Kernan is DSL internet available?

DSL Internet Availability Key
DSL is available in 24.48% of Kernan. Areas in green have DSL internet service, where areas in yellow or red may not. The most widely available provider is Frontier. Call one of the companies with service in Kernan above to see who has service at your home.
How fast is DSL internet in Kernan?
The map below shows maximum DSL internet speeds by area in Kernan.

DSL Internet Speed Key
The average Kernan home can get up to 10 Mbps on their DSL internet plan. The fastest DSL download speed in the city is 10 Mbps, which 24.48% of residents can get.
Is DSL the fastest internet I can get in Kernan?
The fastest internet for you may vary based on where in Kernan you live. In general, fixed wireless competes most often with DSL in the city.
- Fiber is the fastest internet type for less than 1% of Kernan homes.
- Cable is fastest for less than 1% of the city.
- DSL is fastest for less than 1%.
- Fixed wireless is fastest for 100.00%.
- Satellite internet may be the only option for less than 1% of Kernan homes.
DSL Providers in Depth
Below you'll find which TV and internet providers offer service in Kernan, along with details on where in Kernan and at what speeds.
Frontier Communications DSL in Kernan, IL

Frontier DSL coverage
About 19.27%, or 37 people, have Frontier DSL internet available to them in the city. The company covers the south and southwest Kernan area. Frontier is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in a small portion of Kernan.
Frontier Communications DSL download speeds
Frontier is one of the slowest when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in Kernan. Versus other DSL providers in the area, Frontier DSL is one of the fastest. There are no different maximum speeds throughout Kernan. The fastest plan anyone in Kernan can order from Frontier goes up to 10 Mbps, and all Kernan customers can get this speed.
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- 100.0% up to 10.0 Mbps
Frontier Communications DSL upload speeds
In Kernan download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for Frontier DSL. Compared to other ISPs, Frontier is one of the slowest where upload speeds are concerned, and one of the fastest compared to other Kernan DSL providers. Frontier offers no different upload speeds across the city. The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in Kernan is up to 1.0 Mbps, which is available to everyone covered.
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- 100.0% up to 1.0 Mbps
Fidium Fiber DSL in Kernan, IL

Fidium DSL coverage
About 5.21%, or 10 people, have Fidium DSL internet available to them in the city. The company covers the northeast and southeast Kernan area. Fidium is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in a very small piece of Kernan.
Fidium Fiber DSL download speeds
Fidium is one of the slowest when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in Kernan. Versus other DSL providers in the area, Fidium DSL is one of the fastest. There are no different maximum speeds throughout Kernan. The fastest plan anyone in Kernan can order from Fidium goes up to 10 Mbps, and all Kernan customers can get this speed.
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- 100.0% up to 10.0 Mbps
Fidium Fiber DSL upload speeds
In Kernan download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for Fidium DSL. Compared to other ISPs, Fidium is one of the slowest where upload speeds are concerned, and one of the fastest compared to other Kernan DSL providers. Fidium offers no different upload speeds across the city. The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in Kernan is up to 1.0 Mbps, which is available to everyone covered.
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- 100.0% up to 1.0 Mbps
Kernan DSL by Area
This information is most helpful to those looking for homes or considering moving to Kernan or any of the areas nearby.
How does DSL internet in Kernan compare to the rest of Illinois?
DSL internet speeds in Kernan are much faster versus the average speeds in Illinois: 0.00 Mbps in Illinois versus 10 Mbps in the city. The state has similar DSL availability compared to the city. Average DSL coverage in Illinois is 0.00% versus 24.48% in Kernan.
What zip codes have DSL internet?
DSL internet coverage varies by zip code and neighborhood. Some examples in or around Kernan are shown below. You can enter any zip code here to see TV and internet providers by zip code.
What does DSL internet look like in other cities?
Below are cities nearby and with similar populations. This comparison can be useful if living somewhere with fast internet is important to you.
Nearby Cities
- South Streator, IL: less DSL coverage, similar speeds
- Streator, IL: more DSL coverage, faster speeds
- Ransom, IL: more DSL coverage, faster speeds
- Kangley, IL: less DSL coverage, faster speeds
- Manville, IL: more DSL coverage, similar speeds
- Reading, IL: more DSL coverage, similar speeds
- Grand Ridge, IL: more DSL coverage, faster speeds
- Blackstone, IL: more DSL coverage, faster speeds
- Sunbury, IL: more DSL coverage, faster speeds
- Ancona, IL: more DSL coverage, similar speeds
Cities with Similar Populations
- Big Springs, IN: more DSL coverage, faster speeds
- Blundale, GA: less DSL coverage, similar speeds
- Snyder, IL: more DSL coverage, faster speeds
- Blue Mountain, AR: more DSL coverage, similar speeds
- Birney Day School, MT: more DSL coverage, faster speeds
- Spotted Horse, WY: more DSL coverage, faster speeds
- Birds Run, OH: less DSL coverage, similar speeds
- Big Sandy, WV: more DSL coverage, similar speeds
- Speidel, OH: more DSL coverage, similar speeds
- Sparks, NE: less DSL coverage, faster speeds


