Internet Providers in Iowa

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Iowa is known for its agricultural resources and its iconic state fair. Although much of Iowa is made up of rural areas, all residents have access to two or more broadband internet providers statewide. Enter your city below to find the best internet plans and prices near you.

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Internet Coverage in Iowa

11

providers available

100%

can access a broadband service

92%

of the population has speeds of 100+ Mbps

84%

of the population has speeds of 250+ Mbps

24%

of the population has speeds of 1000+ Mbps

State coverage by connection type

53%

Fiber access

75%

Cable access

85%

DSL access

100%

Satellite access

ProviderAverage Download SpeedMax Download SpeedServiceability %Connection Types
MetroNet1000 Mbps1000 Mbps1%Fiber
Cox1000 Mbps1000 Mbps2%Cable, Fiber
Xtream powered by Mediacom552 Mbps1000 Mbps52%Cable
Viasat58 Mbps100 Mbps54%Satellite
Windstream51 Mbps1000 Mbps37%Cable, DSL, Fiber
CenturyLink36 Mbps940 Mbps74%DSL, Fiber
Frontier33 Mbps115 Mbps7%DSL, Fiber, Fixed Wireless
HughesNet25 Mbps25 Mbps52%Satellite
ProviderMetroNet
Average Download Speed1000 Mbps
Max Download Speed1000 Mbps
Serviceability %1%
Connection TypesFiber
ProviderCox
Average Download Speed1000 Mbps
Max Download Speed1000 Mbps
Serviceability %2%
Connection TypesCable, Fiber
ProviderXtream powered by Mediacom
Average Download Speed552 Mbps
Max Download Speed1000 Mbps
Serviceability %52%
Connection TypesCable
ProviderViasat
Average Download Speed58 Mbps
Max Download Speed100 Mbps
Serviceability %54%
Connection TypesSatellite
ProviderWindstream
Average Download Speed51 Mbps
Max Download Speed1000 Mbps
Serviceability %37%
Connection TypesCable, DSL, Fiber
ProviderCenturyLink
Average Download Speed36 Mbps
Max Download Speed940 Mbps
Serviceability %74%
Connection TypesDSL, Fiber
ProviderFrontier
Average Download Speed33 Mbps
Max Download Speed115 Mbps
Serviceability %7%
Connection TypesDSL, Fiber, Fixed Wireless
ProviderHughesNet
Average Download Speed25 Mbps
Max Download Speed25 Mbps
Serviceability %52%
Connection TypesSatellite

Data Sourced: 08/05/22

Top Providers in Iowa

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  • Widely available in rural areas
  • Price-lock guarantee
  • Generous high-speed data caps
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  • Unlimited data
  • Symmetrical fiber speeds
  • Price-lock guarantee
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  • 30-day money back guarantee
  • Elite gaming service
  • Numerous bundled services

Iowa Internet at a Glance

In Iowa, 100% of residents have access to at least two internet providers. DSL internet, cable internet, and satellite internet are the most accessible internet connection types you’ll find in the state. The average internet speed in Iowa is about 75 Mpbs. This is adequate for normal internet activities, such as streaming video or working from home, and online gaming. Although somewhat limited in Iowa, fiber internet is growing in availability as providers upgrade their networks. To find and compare affordable providers near you, enter your zip code here.

Pros

  • There are at least 2 providers available state-wide
  • Wide variety of providers and connection types available

Cons

  • Speed average in the state is below average
  • DSL, cable, and fiber internet may not be available in some areas

All Internet Providers in Iowa

ProviderStarting PriceMax Download SpeedData CapsCheck Availability
MetroNet$49.95/mo.*1000 MbpsNoCheck Availability
Cox$49.99/mo.1000 MbpsYesCheck Availability
Sparklight$45 – $110*940 MbpsYesCheck Availability
Xtream powered by Mediacom$19.99/mo.*1000 MbpsYesCheck Availability
Viasat$64.99/mo. – $169.99/mo.25 Mbps – 150 MbpsNoCheck Availability
Windstream$19.99/mo. – $39.99/mo.100Mbps – 1000MbpsNoCheck Availability
CenturyLink$30/mo. – $70/mo.20 Mbps – 940 MbpsNoCheck Availability
Frontier$49.99/mo. w/Auto Pay & Paperless Bill5000 Mbps – Call for detailsNoCheck Availability
Rise Broadband$50/mo.*25 MbpsYesCheck Availability
HughesNet$44.99/mo.25 MbpsNoCheck Availability
TDS$39.95/mo.*1000 MbpsYesCheck Availability
ProviderMetroNet
Starting Price$49.95/mo.*
Max Download Speed1000 Mbps
Data CapsNo
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ProviderCox
Starting Price$49.99/mo.
Max Download Speed1000 Mbps
Data CapsYes
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ProviderSparklight
Starting Price$45 – $110*
Max Download Speed940 Mbps
Data CapsYes
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ProviderXtream powered by Mediacom
Starting Price$19.99/mo.*
Max Download Speed1000 Mbps
Data CapsYes
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ProviderViasat
Starting Price$64.99/mo. – $169.99/mo.
Max Download Speed25 Mbps – 150 Mbps
Data CapsNo
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ProviderWindstream
Starting Price$19.99/mo. – $39.99/mo.
Max Download Speed100Mbps – 1000Mbps
Data CapsNo
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ProviderCenturyLink
Starting Price$30/mo. – $70/mo.
Max Download Speed20 Mbps – 940 Mbps
Data CapsNo
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ProviderFrontier
Starting Price$49.99/mo. w/Auto Pay & Paperless Bill
Max Download Speed5000 Mbps – Call for details
Data CapsNo
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ProviderRise Broadband
Starting Price$50/mo.*
Max Download Speed25 Mbps
Data CapsYes
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ProviderHughesNet
Starting Price$44.99/mo.
Max Download Speed25 Mbps
Data CapsNo
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ProviderTDS
Starting Price$39.95/mo.*
Max Download Speed1000 Mbps
Data CapsYes
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FAQ

Iowa Internet FAQs

Iowa has multiple internet service providers available. Based on coverage, the best provider in the state is HughesNet Internet.

There are 11 internet providers in Iowa. Enter your zip code here to find the best internet options in your area.

Where available, Frontier internet offers the fastest speeds in Iowa.

Yes. Multiple Iowa internet providers allow you to bundle two or more services. For example, Cox offers internet, TV, and phone services you can combine into one bill. Explore the best cable and internet /bundles on HighSpeedOptions.