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Internet providers in 50613
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50613 internet providers
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CenturyLink  | $45.00 | 20 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 90% |
| Windstream | $19.99 | 15 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 1.063% |
| Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 96% |
| Cedar Falls Utilities | $29.95 | - | Fiber-optic | 97% |
| Brooklyn Mutual Telecommunications Cooperative | $35.95 | 3 - 10 Mbps | DSL | 3.373% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Skybeam | - | - | Wireless | 72% |
| Cedar Falls Utilities | $29.95 | - | Wireless | 69% |
| NaTel | - | 4 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 16% |
*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?50613 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
22818
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.48%
2 providers - 96.44%
3 providers - 92.60%
4+ providers - 3.86%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 50613 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 50613 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 97% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 94% of those living in the 50613 ZIP code.
There are nine internet providers serving the 50613 area, and 96.44% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among nine internet providers in 50613, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 50613
The largest internet providers serving the 50613 ZIP code are CenturyLink, Mediacom, and Cedar Falls Utilities bringing DSL, cable, and fiber-optic options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all in the 50613 ZIP code, covering 90% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 96% of the area. Cedar Falls’s third most-available internet provider, Cedar Falls Utilities, offers fiber-optic to around 97% of residents in the 50613 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 50613 ZIP code, covering 90% 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 Cedar Falls, $38.70.
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 Cedar Falls, $1.68.
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 50613 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Cedar Falls's providers, 210 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 50613 ZIP code, covering 96% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 50613 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 Cedar Falls, $38.70.
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 Cedar Falls, $1.68.
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 50613 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Cedar Falls's providers, 210 Mbps.
Cedar Falls Utilities fiber-optic internet
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Fiber-optic from Cedar Falls Utilities offers broadband to nearly all households in the 50613 ZIP code, covering 97% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Cedar Falls Utilities is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 50613 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Cedar Falls Utilities start at $29.95/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Cedar Falls, $38.70.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cedar Falls Utilities offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 500 Mbps in 50613 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Cedar Falls's providers, 210 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 50613 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 50613 and the greater Cedar Falls area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Cedar Falls at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Cedar Falls at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 50613 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 50613 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 50613?
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in the 50613 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 96% of households in 50613. The next fastest internet provider in the 50613 ZIP code is Cedar Falls Utilities, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 97% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 50613?
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in the 50613 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Cedar Falls, $38.70.
Is fiber internet available in 50613?
Cedar Falls Utilities is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 50613 ZIP code, covering 97% of the city.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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 cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
