In University Village there are 8 residential internet providers covering 99.94% of the neighborhood. The average home can get speeds up to 2,136 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.
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8 Internet Service Providers in University Village
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 University Village are not shown.
University Village 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
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Internet service is available in 99.94% of University Village. Using our interactive availability map, you can compare service areas for different providers, we include fiber, cable, DSL, or fixed wireless internet service for all providers who offer it. You will notice that some providers might be listed multiple times for each service. If you find no providers cover the location you're looking at, you can opt for satellite service. The most widely available provider is XFINITY. Now you can call companies in University Village with more confidence that they might be available.
How fast are internet speeds in University Village?
The map below shows maximum internet speeds by area in University Village.
Internet Speed Key
The average University Village home can get up to 2,136 Mbps on their internet plan. For most people, the fastest download speed in the neighborhood is 5,000 Mbps, which 10.70% of residents can get. Some homes and apartments do not have access to these speeds. On the slower end, for example, 23.11% of homes can only purchase plans up to 1,200 Mbps. See the internet provider details below for info about their speed and coverage in University Village.
Internet speeds tend to be faster in the central parts of University Village, and slower in the southwest areas of the neighborhood.
What type of internet should I choose in University Village?
The fastest internet for you may vary based on where in University Village you live. If speed is your main concern, cable will be the fastest internet in the neighborhood.
- Fiber is the fastest internet type for 10.70% of University Village homes.
- Cable is fastest for 89.25% of the neighborhood.
- DSL is fastest for less than 1%.
- Fixed wireless is fastest for less than 1%.
- Satellite internet may be the only option for less than 1% of University Village homes.
Internet Market Health in University Village
Internet Competition Key
The map shows how competitive the University Village internet service market is. Areas in green have more alternatives, areas in yellow have a few choices, and areas in red may have only one provider. More competition usually means faster speeds and better prices for you, the customer.
Below are quick facts on internet competition and market health in University Village based on what connections the average home has availabile:
- Average number of internet service providers to a home: 7.3 (unhealthy)
- Average types of service (fiber, cable, DSL, etc): 3.2 (unhealthy)
- Average providers with broadband (25 Mbps+) speeds: 6.8 (unhealthy)
Overall, competition is unhealthy.
University Village internet customers have the ability to buy internet service from 3 to 9 different providers, depending on where they live. For different types of service, University Village homes have between 2 and 4 options. The type(s) of service available are fixed wireless, cable, dsl, and fiber, though these may vary depending on the region within the neighborhood.
When it comes to broadband download speeds faster than 25 Mbps, the situation is worse. University Village internet customers who want faster speeds have between 3 and 9 choices of companies offering speeds up to or over 25 Mbps.
More internet companies with faster speeds means fewer monopolies and better prices for customers. In promoting a free market for internet, University Village needs improvement.
TV & Internet Providers in Depth
Below you'll find which TV and internet providers offer service in University Village, along with details on where in University Village and at what speeds.
XFINITY from Comcast Cable in University Village, Chicago, IL
XFINITY cable coverage
About 99.94%, or 8,709 people, have XFINITY cable internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the entire University Village area. XFINITY is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in most of University Village.
XFINITY from Comcast cable download speeds
XFINITY is above average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in University Village. Versus other cable providers in the area, XFINITY cable is the fastest. There are 2 different maximum speeds throughout University Village. The fastest plan anyone in University Village can order from XFINITY goes up to 2,000 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 1,200 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for University Village customers is up to 1,790 Mbps.
Show all download speeds
- 73.7% up to 2,000.0 Mbps
- 26.3% up to 1,200.0 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast cable upload speeds
In University Village download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for XFINITY cable. Compared to other ISPs, XFINITY is below average where upload speeds are concerned, and the fastest compared to other University Village cable providers. XFINITY offers 2 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in University Village is up to 250 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 35 Mbps. On average, XFINITY customers can get speeds up to 193 Mbps.
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- 73.7% up to 250.0 Mbps
- 26.3% up to 35.0 Mbps
AT&T DSL in University Village, Chicago, IL
AT&T DSL coverage
About 98.00%, or 8,540 people, have AT&T DSL internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the entire University Village area. AT&T is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in most of University Village.
AT&T DSL download speeds
AT&T is below average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in University Village. Versus other DSL providers in the area, AT&T DSL is one of the fastest. There are 4 different maximum speeds throughout University Village. The fastest plan anyone in University Village can order from AT&T goes up to 100 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 10 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for University Village customers is up to 75 Mbps.
Show all download speeds
- 70.2% up to 100.0 Mbps
- 2.1% up to 75.0 Mbps
- 1.5% up to 50.0 Mbps
- 26.2% up to 10.0 Mbps
AT&T DSL upload speeds
In University Village download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for AT&T DSL. Compared to other ISPs, AT&T is below average where upload speeds are concerned, and one of the fastest compared to other University Village DSL providers. AT&T offers 3 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in University Village is up to 20 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 1.0 Mbps. On average, AT&T customers can get speeds up to 15 Mbps.
Show all upload speeds
- 72.3% up to 20.0 Mbps
- 1.5% up to 10.0 Mbps
- 26.2% up to 1.0 Mbps
EarthLink DSL in University Village, Chicago, IL
EarthLink DSL coverage
About 98.00%, or 8,540 people, have EarthLink DSL internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the entire University Village area. EarthLink is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in most of University Village.
EarthLink DSL download speeds
EarthLink is below average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in University Village. Versus other DSL providers in the area, EarthLink DSL is one of the fastest. There are 4 different maximum speeds throughout University Village. The fastest plan anyone in University Village can order from EarthLink goes up to 100 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 10 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for University Village customers is up to 75 Mbps.
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- 70.2% up to 100.0 Mbps
- 2.1% up to 75.0 Mbps
- 1.5% up to 50.0 Mbps
- 26.2% up to 10.0 Mbps
EarthLink DSL upload speeds
In University Village download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for EarthLink DSL. Compared to other ISPs, EarthLink is below average where upload speeds are concerned, and one of the fastest compared to other University Village DSL providers. EarthLink offers 3 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in University Village is up to 20 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 1.0 Mbps. On average, EarthLink customers can get speeds up to 15 Mbps.
Show all upload speeds
- 72.3% up to 20.0 Mbps
- 1.5% up to 10.0 Mbps
- 26.2% up to 1.0 Mbps
EarthLink Fiber in University Village, Chicago, IL
EarthLink fiber coverage
About 25.02%, or 2,180 people, have EarthLink fiber internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the northwest, east, northeast, central, north, west, and south University Village area. EarthLink is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in a small portion of University Village.
EarthLink fiber download speeds
EarthLink is one of the fastest when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in University Village. Versus other fiber providers in the area, EarthLink fiber is one of the fastest. There are 2 different maximum speeds throughout University Village. The fastest plan anyone in University Village can order from EarthLink goes up to 5,000 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 1,000 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for University Village customers is up to 2,710 Mbps.
Show all download speeds
- 42.8% up to 5,000.0 Mbps
- 57.2% up to 1,000.0 Mbps
EarthLink fiber upload speeds
In University Village download speeds tend to be equal to than upload speeds for EarthLink fiber. Compared to other ISPs, EarthLink is one of the fastest where upload speeds are concerned, and one of the fastest compared to other University Village fiber providers. EarthLink offers 2 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in University Village is up to 5,000 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 1,000 Mbps. On average, EarthLink customers can get speeds up to 2,710 Mbps.
Show all upload speeds
- 42.8% up to 5,000.0 Mbps
- 57.2% up to 1,000.0 Mbps
AT&T Fiber in University Village, Chicago, IL
AT&T fiber coverage
About 25.02%, or 2,180 people, have AT&T fiber internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the northwest, east, northeast, central, north, west, and south University Village area. AT&T is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in a small portion of University Village.
AT&T fiber download speeds
AT&T is one of the fastest when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in University Village. Versus other fiber providers in the area, AT&T fiber is one of the fastest. There are 2 different maximum speeds throughout University Village. The fastest plan anyone in University Village can order from AT&T goes up to 5,000 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 1,000 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for University Village customers is up to 2,710 Mbps.
Show all download speeds
- 42.8% up to 5,000.0 Mbps
- 57.2% up to 1,000.0 Mbps
AT&T fiber upload speeds
In University Village download speeds tend to be equal to than upload speeds for AT&T fiber. Compared to other ISPs, AT&T is one of the fastest where upload speeds are concerned, and one of the fastest compared to other University Village fiber providers. AT&T offers 2 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in University Village is up to 5,000 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 1,000 Mbps. On average, AT&T customers can get speeds up to 2,710 Mbps.
Show all upload speeds
- 42.8% up to 5,000.0 Mbps
- 57.2% up to 1,000.0 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in University Village, Chicago, IL
T-Mobile Home Internet fixed wireless coverage
About 95.81%, or 8,349 people, have T-Mobile Home Internet fixed wireless internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the entire University Village area. T-Mobile Home Internet is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in most of University Village.
T-Mobile Home Internet fixed wireless download speeds
T-Mobile Home Internet is below average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in University Village. Versus other fixed wireless providers in the area, T-Mobile Home Internet fixed wireless is below average. There are 2 different maximum speeds throughout University Village. The fastest plan anyone in University Village can order from T-Mobile Home Internet goes up to 100 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 25 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for University Village customers is up to 75 Mbps.
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- 67.2% up to 100.0 Mbps
- 32.8% up to 25.0 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet fixed wireless upload speeds
In University Village download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for T-Mobile Home Internet fixed wireless. Compared to other ISPs, T-Mobile Home Internet is below average where upload speeds are concerned, and below average compared to other University Village fixed wireless providers. T-Mobile Home Internet offers 2 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in University Village is up to 20 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 3.0 Mbps. On average, T-Mobile Home Internet customers can get speeds up to 14 Mbps.
Show all upload speeds
- 67.2% up to 20.0 Mbps
- 32.8% up to 3.0 Mbps
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in University Village, Chicago, IL
EarthLink fixed wireless coverage
About 93.75%, or 8,169 people, have EarthLink fixed wireless internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the entire University Village area. EarthLink is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in most of University Village.
EarthLink fixed wireless download speeds
EarthLink is one of the slowest when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in University Village. Versus other fixed wireless providers in the area, EarthLink fixed wireless is one of the slowest. There are 2 different maximum speeds throughout University Village. The fastest plan anyone in University Village can order from EarthLink goes up to 100 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 25 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for University Village customers is up to 68 Mbps.
Show all download speeds
- 56.8% up to 100.0 Mbps
- 43.2% up to 25.0 Mbps
EarthLink fixed wireless upload speeds
In University Village download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for EarthLink fixed wireless. Compared to other ISPs, EarthLink is one of the slowest where upload speeds are concerned, and one of the slowest compared to other University Village fixed wireless providers. EarthLink offers 2 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in University Village is up to 20 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 3.0 Mbps. On average, EarthLink customers can get speeds up to 13 Mbps.
Show all upload speeds
- 56.8% up to 20.0 Mbps
- 43.2% up to 3.0 Mbps
AT&T Fixed Wireless in University Village, Chicago, IL
AT&T fixed wireless coverage
About 93.75%, or 8,169 people, have AT&T fixed wireless internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the entire University Village area. AT&T is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in most of University Village.
AT&T fixed wireless download speeds
AT&T is one of the slowest when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in University Village. Versus other fixed wireless providers in the area, AT&T fixed wireless is one of the slowest. There are 2 different maximum speeds throughout University Village. The fastest plan anyone in University Village can order from AT&T goes up to 100 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 25 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for University Village customers is up to 68 Mbps.
Show all download speeds
- 56.8% up to 100.0 Mbps
- 43.2% up to 25.0 Mbps
AT&T fixed wireless upload speeds
In University Village download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for AT&T fixed wireless. Compared to other ISPs, AT&T is one of the slowest where upload speeds are concerned, and one of the slowest compared to other University Village fixed wireless providers. AT&T offers 2 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in University Village is up to 20 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 3.0 Mbps. On average, AT&T customers can get speeds up to 13 Mbps.
Show all upload speeds
- 56.8% up to 20.0 Mbps
- 43.2% up to 3.0 Mbps
Verizon Fixed Wireless in University Village, Chicago, IL
Verizon fixed wireless coverage
About 92.87%, or 8,093 people, have Verizon fixed wireless internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the entire University Village area. Verizon is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in most of University Village.
Verizon fixed wireless download speeds
Verizon is below average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in University Village. Versus other fixed wireless providers in the area, Verizon fixed wireless is above average. There are 2 different maximum speeds throughout University Village. The fastest plan anyone in University Village can order from Verizon goes up to 1,000 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 300 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for University Village customers is up to 705 Mbps.
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- 57.9% up to 1,000.0 Mbps
- 42.1% up to 300.0 Mbps
Verizon fixed wireless upload speeds
In University Village download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for Verizon fixed wireless. Compared to other ISPs, Verizon is below average where upload speeds are concerned, and below average compared to other University Village fixed wireless providers. Verizon offers 2 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in University Village is up to 75 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 20 Mbps. On average, Verizon customers can get speeds up to 52 Mbps.
Show all upload speeds
- 57.9% up to 75.0 Mbps
- 42.1% up to 20.0 Mbps
Google Fiber Fixed Wireless in University Village, Chicago, IL
Google Fiber fixed wireless coverage
About 4.02%, or 350 people, have Google Fiber fixed wireless internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the east University Village area. Google Fiber is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in a very small piece of University Village.
Google Fiber fixed wireless download speeds
Google Fiber is above average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in University Village. Versus other fixed wireless providers in the area, Google Fiber fixed wireless is the fastest. There are no different maximum speeds throughout University Village. The fastest plan anyone in University Village can order from Google Fiber goes up to 1,000 Mbps, and all University Village customers can get this speed.
Show all download speeds
- 100.0% up to 1,000.0 Mbps
Google Fiber fixed wireless upload speeds
In University Village download speeds tend to be equal to than upload speeds for Google Fiber fixed wireless. Compared to other ISPs, Google Fiber is above average where upload speeds are concerned, and the fastest compared to other University Village fixed wireless providers. Google Fiber offers no different upload speeds across the neighborhood. The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in University Village is up to 1,000 Mbps, which is available to everyone covered.
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- 100.0% up to 1,000.0 Mbps
University Village Internet by Area
This information is most helpful to those looking for homes or considering moving to University Village or any of the areas nearby.
How does internet in University Village compare to the rest of Chicago?
Internet speeds in University Village are slower versus the average speeds in Chicago: 2,718 Mbps in Chicago versus 2,136 Mbps in the neighborhood. The city has similar internet availability compared to the neighborhood. Average internet coverage in Chicago is 99.27% versus 99.94% in University Village.
What zip codes have widespread internet?
Internet coverage varies by zip code and neighborhood. Some examples in or around University Village are shown below. You can enter any zip code here to see TV and internet providers by zip code.
What does internet service look like in other neighborhoods?
Below are neighborhoods nearby and with similar populations. This comparison can be useful if living somewhere with fast internet is important to you.
Nearby Neighborhoods
- Near West Side, Chicago, IL: less internet coverage, faster speeds
- Pilsen, Chicago, IL: less internet coverage, slower speeds
- Greektown, Chicago, IL: less internet coverage, faster speeds
- Lower West Side, Chicago, IL: less internet coverage, slower speeds
- Claremont Cottages, Chicago, IL: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- Printers Row, Chicago, IL: less internet coverage, faster speeds
- Near South Side, Chicago, IL: less internet coverage, faster speeds
- Locks, Chicago, IL: more internet coverage, slower speeds
- Armour Square, Chicago, IL: less internet coverage, slower speeds
- Loop, Chicago, IL: less internet coverage, faster speeds
Neighborhoods with Similar Populations
- Tatnuck, Worcester, MA: less internet coverage, slower speeds
- Pico-Lowell, Santa Ana, CA: less internet coverage, faster speeds
- Plymouth Colony, Atlanta, GA: less internet coverage, faster speeds
- Powderhorn Park, Minneapolis, MN: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- Regent Park, Detroit, MI: more internet coverage, slower speeds
- Reservoir, Newport News, VA: less internet coverage, slower speeds
- River Park, South Bend, IN: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- Rolando, San Diego, CA: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- Rolling Hills Ranch, Chula Vista, CA: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- South Collinwood, Cleveland, OH: more internet coverage, faster speeds