Compare 51012 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Cherokee – 69 Mbps
IA – 100 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Cherokee – 12 Mbps
IA – 47 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Cherokee.
Internet providers in 51012
Find internet providers serving the 51012 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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51012 internet providers
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| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 93% |
Windstream  | $19.99 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 7.140% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 91% |
| CML Telephone Cooperative Association | $39.95 | - | Fiber-optic | 96% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| ET Deployment | $56.95 | 15 - 50 Mbps | Wireless | 76% |
| Ayrshire Farmers Mutual Telephone Company | $39.95 | - | Wireless | 49% |
*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.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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Broadband availability
3189
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.08%
2 providers - 93.17%
3 providers - 88.41%
4+ providers - 7.14%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 51012 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 51012 ZIP will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 97% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 93% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 89% of those living in the 51012 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 51012 area, and 93.17% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 51012, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 2,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Cherokee
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| CenturyLink | 11 Mbps | 2 Mbps | DSL |
| Mediacom | 131 Mbps | 26 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Cherokee.
Top high-speed internet providers in 51012
The largest internet providers serving the 51012 ZIP code are CenturyLink, Mediacom, and CML Telephone Cooperative Association bringing DSL, cable, and fiber-optic options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all in the 51012 ZIP code, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 91% of the area. Cherokee’s third most-available internet provider, CML Telephone Cooperative Association, offers fiber-optic to around 96% of residents in the 51012 ZIP code.
CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 51012 ZIP code, covering 93% 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 $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Cherokee, $48.83.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Cherokee, $0.84.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in 51012 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Cherokee's providers, 150 Mbps.
Mediacom cable internet
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Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to nearly all households in the 51012 ZIP code, covering 91% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 51012 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 Cherokee, $48.83.
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 Cherokee, $0.84.
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 51012 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Cherokee's providers, 150 Mbps.
CML Telephone Cooperative Association fiber-optic internet
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Fiber-optic from CML Telephone Cooperative Association offers broadband to nearly all households in the 51012 ZIP code, covering 96% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from CML Telephone Cooperative Association is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 51012 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for CML Telephone Cooperative Association start at $39.95/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Cherokee, $48.83.
CML Telephone Cooperative Association customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Cherokee, $0.84.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CML Telephone Cooperative Association offers download speeds up to null Mbps and upload speeds up to 100 Mbps in 51012 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Cherokee's providers, 150 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 51012 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 51012 and the greater Cherokee area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Cherokee at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Cherokee at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 51012 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Cherokee may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Cherokee fiber-optic, DSL, and cable internet providers.
Internet providers in 51012 frequently asked questions
Windstream is the fastest internet provider in the 51012 ZIP code with download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 7.140% of households in 51012. The next fastest internet provider in the 51012 ZIP code is Mediacom, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 91% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 51012 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Cherokee, $48.83.
CML Telephone Cooperative Association is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 51012 ZIP code, covering 96% of the city.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
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.
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