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Internet providers in 52601
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CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 66% |
Windstream | $19.99 | 10 - 1.5 Mbps | DSL | 6.792% |
Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 94% |
Danville Mutual Telephone Company | - | - | Fiber-optic | 18% |
Local Internet Service Company | - | - | Fiber-optic | 16% |
Mediapolis Telephone Company | - | - | Fiber-optic | 12% |
Danville Mutual Telephone Company | - | - | DSL | 11% |
Local Internet Service Company | - | - | DSL | 9.753% |
Farmers & Merchants Mutual Telephone Company | - | - | Fiber-optic | 1.234% |
HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
TDS Telecom | $35 | 1 - 1 Mbps | Wireless | 96% |
Danville Mutual Telephone Company | - | - | Wireless | 18% |
Farmers & Merchants Mutual Telephone Company | - | - | Wireless | 0.232% |
*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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?52601 internet service at a glance
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 52601 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 52601 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 95% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 93% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 39% of those living in the 52601 ZIP code.
There are 10 internet providers serving the 52601 area, and 95.09% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among 10 internet providers in 52601, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 52601
The largest internet providers serving the 52601 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 52601 ZIP code, covering 66% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 94% of the area. Burlington’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 52601 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in the 52601 ZIP code, covering 66% 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 Burlington, $40.00.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.75 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Burlington, $2.00.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 52601 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 66% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Burlington's providers, 192 Mbps.

Mediacom cable internet
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Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to nearly all households in the 52601 ZIP code, covering 94% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 52601 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Burlington, $40.00.
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 Burlington, $2.00.
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 52601 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Burlington's providers, 192 Mbps.

HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 52601 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 52601 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 Burlington, $40.00.
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 Burlington, $2.00.
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 52601 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Burlington's providers, 192 Mbps.
Internet providers in 52601 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 52601?
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in the 52601 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 94% of households in 52601. The next fastest internet provider in the 52601 ZIP code is Danville Mutual Telephone Company, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 18% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 52601?
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in the 52601 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Burlington, $40.00.
Is fiber internet available in 52601?
Danville Mutual Telephone Company is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 52601 ZIP code, covering 18% of the city. Local Internet Service Company also offers fiber internet in 52601 and is available to 16% of households.
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What's a good internet speed for my home?
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.