AT&T has once again raised prices for its Consumer’s Choice landline calling plans. See the new prices below:
| Plan | Monthly Fee | Plan Details |
| Call Plan 30 | Downtown Chicago: $16.25 Rest of Chicago and adjacent suburbs: $19.25 Rest of Illinois: $20.75 |
30 local (bands A and B) calls (to places within 15 miles of your home). Additional local calls are 6 cents each. |
| Local Unlimited Package | Downtown Chicago: $20.75 Rest of Chicago and adjacent suburbs: $20.75 Rest of Illinois: $20.75 |
Unlimited local (bands A and B) calls |
| Flat Rate Package | Downtown Chicago: $29 Rest of Chicago and adjacent suburbs: $32 Rest of Illinois: $32.75 |
Unlimited local calls (bands A and B) and two calling features |
AT&T ended the Consumer’s Choice plans, Illinois’ best local landline deals, in November 2017.
Most, if not all, Consumer’s Choice customers were then automatically switched to other landline plans through AT&T. These new offers appeared to be identical to Consumer’s Choice plans—except they’re more expensive.
Remember that these plans are not under a price freeze. The prices have increased in the past and will probably go up again in the future. Check your bill each month to ensure you’re not paying more than you anticipated.
As landline plans increase in price, consider your other options. Basic cellphone plans, which often include unlimited calling and texting, are usually less than $20. Bundling your services, such as landline, Internet and cable, may result in a lower price as well. Read our fact sheet.
