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Internet providers in 50036
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50036 internet providers
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CenturyLink  | $45.00 | 20 - 80 Mbps | DSL | 81% |
| Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 83% |
| Cooperative Telephone Exchange | $20.00 | 10 - 50 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 5.752% |
| Ogden Telephone Company | $29.95 | 5 - 200 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 5.389% |
| Modern Cooperative Telephone Company | $20.00 | 1.5 - 7 Mbps | DSL | 1.495% |
| Dallas County Wireless | $54.99 | 20 - 30 Mbps | DSL | 1.268% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Skybeam | - | - | Wireless | 99% |
| Breeze Broadband Communications | - | - | Wireless | 95% |
| ICS Advanced Technologies | - | - | Wireless | 3.714% |
| BendBroadband | - | 100 - 1 Mbps | Wireless | 2.038% |
*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 Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?50036 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
4900
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 93.57%
2 providers - 84.37%
3 providers - 9.78%
4+ providers - 0.41%
Source: FCC
At 94%, broadband coverage in the 50036 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 50036 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 88% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 84% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 14% of those living in the 50036 ZIP code.
There are 12 internet providers serving the 50036 area, and 84.37% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among 12 internet providers in 50036, prices start at $20 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 50036
The largest internet providers serving the 50036 ZIP code are CenturyLink, Mediacom, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to most in the 50036 ZIP code, covering 81% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 83% of the area. Boone’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 50036 ZIP code.
CenturyLink DSL internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 50036 ZIP code, covering 81% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink start at $45/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Boone, $38.74.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.25 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Boone, $2.04.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 80 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 50036 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 81% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Boone's providers, 176 Mbps.
Mediacom cable internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to nearly all households in the 50036 ZIP code, covering 83% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 50036 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $29.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Boone, $38.74.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Boone, $2.04.
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 50036 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 83% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Boone's providers, 176 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 50036 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 50036 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Boone, $38.74.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Boone, $2.04.
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 50036 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Boone's providers, 176 Mbps.
Internet providers in 50036 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 50036?
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in the 50036 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 83% of households in 50036. The next fastest internet provider in the 50036 ZIP code is Ogden Telephone Company, offering download speeds up to 200 Mbps to 5.389% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 50036?
Cooperative Telephone Exchange offers the cheapest internet in the 50036 ZIP with service starting at $20/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Boone, $38.74.
Is fiber internet available in 50036?
Cooperative Telephone Exchange is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 50036 ZIP code, covering 5.752% of the city. Ogden Telephone Company also offers fiber internet in 50036 and is available to 5.389% of households.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
How can I boost my internet speeds?
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
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