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Windstream  | - | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 96% |
| Windstream | - | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | Cable | 7.832% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| NaTel | $45.00 | 4 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 48% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.96%
2 providers - 98.15%
3 providers - 45.31%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Centerville 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 Centerville area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Centerville residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 68% of those living in Centerville.
There are six internet providers serving the Centerville area, and 98.15% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Centerville's six internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 2,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Windstream | 62.0 Mbps | 38.0 Mbps | DSL |
| Rise Broadband | 33.0 Mbps | 9.0 Mbps | Wireless |
| HughesNet | 11.0 Mbps | 0.0 Mbps | Satellite |
| Mediacom | 194.0 Mbps | 27.0 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Centerville.
The largest internet providers in Centerville are Mediacom, NaTel, and HughesNet bringing cable, fiber-optic, and satellite options to Centerville.
Cable internet from Mediacom is available to nearly all Centerville residents, covering 99% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from NaTel, which covers 48% of the area. Centerville’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Centerville residents.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to all households in Centerville covering 99% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Centerville 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 Centerville, $45.98.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Centerville, $1.39.
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 Centerville. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Centerville's providers, 233 Mbps.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from NaTel offers broadband to about half of households in Centerville covering 48% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from NaTel is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Centerville than other internet types.
Internet prices for NaTel start at $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Centerville, $45.98.
NaTel customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 4 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $11.25 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Centerville, $1.39.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, NaTel offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 100 Mbps in Centerville. These download speeds are available to 48% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Centerville's providers, 233 Mbps.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Centerville covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Centerville 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 Centerville, $45.98.
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 Centerville, $1.39.
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 Centerville. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Centerville's providers, 233 Mbps.
Windstream is the fastest internet provider in Centerville with download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 96% of households in Centerville. The next fastest internet provider in Centerville is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 7.832% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in Centerville with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Centerville, $45.98.
NaTel is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Centerville, covering 48% of the city.
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
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.
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