Compare 52531 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Albia – 38 Mbps
IA – 100 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Albia – 14 Mbps
IA – 47 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Albia.
Internet providers in 52531
Find internet providers serving the 52531 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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52531 internet providers
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Windstream  | $19.99 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 92% |
| Windstream | - | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | Cable | 8.090% |
| Windstream | $75.00 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 2.840% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 79% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 97% |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
Need help?52531 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
2594
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 95.38%
2 providers - 75.38%
3 providers - 0.53%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 52531 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Iowa - 96%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 52531 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 79% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 28% of those living in the 52531 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 52531 area, and 75.38% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 52531, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 2,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Albia
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mediacom | 107 Mbps | 17 Mbps | Cable |
| HughesNet | 14 Mbps | 1 Mbps | Satellite |
| Rise Broadband | 30 Mbps | 6 Mbps | Wireless |
| Windstream | 48 Mbps | 12 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Albia.
Top high-speed internet providers in 52531
The largest internet providers serving the 52531 ZIP code are Windstream, Mediacom, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Windstream is available to nearly all in the 52531 ZIP code, covering 92% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 79% of the area. Albia’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 52531 ZIP code.
Windstream DSL internet
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Windstream offers broadband to nearly all households in the 52531 ZIP code, covering 92% of the area.
DSL internet from Windstream uses telephone lines to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for Windstream start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Albia, $46.23.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.10 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Albia, $0.41.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Windstream offers download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 8 Mbps in 52531 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Albia's providers, 253 Mbps.
Mediacom cable internet
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to most households in the 52531 ZIP code, covering 79% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 52531 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Albia, $46.23.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Albia, $0.41.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Mediacom offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in 52531 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 79% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Albia's providers, 253 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 52531 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 52531 ZIP where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Albia, $46.23.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Albia, $0.41.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 52531 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Albia's providers, 253 Mbps.
Internet providers in 52531 frequently asked questions
Windstream is the fastest internet provider in the 52531 ZIP code with download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 92% of households in 52531. The next fastest internet provider in the 52531 ZIP code is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 8.090% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 52531 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Albia, $46.23.
Windstream is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 52531 ZIP code, covering 2.840% of the city.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
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