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Local home phone service in Illinois

Reliable Phone Service in Illinois

Works right out of the box—no internet needed. Blocks spam calls automatically. When you need us, you’ll reach real humans in less than 2 minutes.

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Illinois residents love Community Phone

Been with Community Phone for years, bill unchanged. No surprise charges like others. Love it!

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Joseph R.
Chicago, IL

I chose a phone plan for our home, a business plan for my husband’s work, and a plan for my elderly mother who needed a simple phone. It’s been a fantastic choice, saving us money and time!

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Nancy E.
Aurora, IL

Community Phone blocks spam calls, and every call comes through loud and clear.

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John E.
Rockford, IL
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Replace your landline for good

Unlimited nationwide calling, same number if you want it. Simple setup, reliable service, 3-year price lock.

Built to never let you down

Industrial-grade antennas pull in the strongest signal. Backup battery keeps you connected for 26 hours when power fails. Enjoy uninterrupted service even during extreme weather, perfect for Illinois's varied climate. Learn more

Easy setup

Our setup process takes as little as 2 minutes. No technical skills needed.

Keep your number

Switching is simple—we’ll transfer your existing number for free. No downtime, no hassle. Keep the number you’ve had for years, or get a new one if you prefer.

99% of spam calls blocked

Robocalls and scammers aren’t just annoying—they’re dangerous. We filter them out for you automatically—at no extra charge. Look forward to phone calls again.

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Ideal for loved ones

Perfect for carers. Your loved ones get a simple phone that works just like they’re used to. Monitor call activity to see they’re staying connected with family and doctors, control who can call, manage billing, and block scammers—all from your dashboard. Learn more

Honest pricing, no surprises

3-year price lock means no surprise increases. No contracts, cancel anytime. No coverage at your place? Get your money back. That’s our promise.

Trusted across Illinois

Whether you're in bustling Chicago or tranquil Galena, Community Phone provides reliable phone service for Illinois residents. Thousands across the Prairie State trust Community Phone as their home phone provider.

Real humans, real fast

Call, chat, or email. Our caring support team actually listens and solves your problem. Average wait time is less than 2 minutes.

We’re only one phone call away

Any questions? Talk to one of our specialists now.

Mon–Fri: 8am–10pm ET
Sat–Sun: 10am–7pm ET

$45/mo

Billed monthly
Plus taxes and fees

Plus a one-time charge of $99 for the Community Phone Base, plus tax and shipping.

30-day money-back guarantee if there’s no coverage. 3-year price lock—no surprise increases. No contract, cancel anytime.

Illinois home phone statistics

Population
12,807,072
Households with phone service
4,991,641
Households 65+ with phone service
1,311,333
Seniors population
2,934,100
Seniors population percentage
22.9%
Seniors with a landline
770,805
Cell towers
626
* Data is estimated from surveys conducted by the Center for Disease Control on landline and cell phone penetration in 2021 and 2022 US Census Estimates.

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