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Grimes, IA internet providers

Provider
CenturyLink $50.00 ** 10 - 1,000 MbpsFiber-optic34%
CenturyLink $50.00 ** 10 - 140 MbpsDSL91%
Mediacom $19.99 100 - 1,000 MbpsCable98%
Aureon Network Services $NaN [object Object] - 1.5 MbpsDSL10%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%

*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 Aug 9, 2022.

**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.

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Grimes internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    1000 Mbps

    Provider: CenturyLink

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    8245

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 98.29%

    2 providers - 97.68%

    3 providers - 10.67%

    4+ providers - 0%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 98%

    DSL - 98%

    Fiber - 35%

    Source: FCC

At 98%, broadband coverage in Grimes 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 Grimes area will have access to DSL, which covers 98% of Grimes residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 35% of those living in Grimes.

There are six internet providers serving the Grimes area, and 97.68% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Grimes's six internet providers, prices start at $NaN and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.

Results from real users

Average internet speeds in Grimes

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
CenturyLink 120 Mbps 39 Mbps Fiber-optic
Mediacom 126 Mbps 34 Mbps Cable
Aureon Network Services 68 Mbps 67 Mbps DSL

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Grimes.

Compare Grimes internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Grimes – 102 Mbps

    IA – 100 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Grimes – 51 Mbps

    IA – 47 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Grimes.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Grimes

The largest internet providers in Grimes are CenturyLink and Mediacom bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Grimes.

DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Grimes residents, covering 91% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from CenturyLink, which covers 34% of the area. Grimes’s third most-available internet provider, Mediacom, offers cable to around 98% of Grimes residents.

CenturyLink DSL internet

Provider
CenturyLink
Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

140 Mbps

Max upload speed

40 Mbps

Average availability

91%

*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 Aug 9, 2022.

**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem

DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Grimes covering 91% of the area.

DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Grimes 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Grimes, $44.99.

CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Grimes, $NaN.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 140 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Grimes. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Grimes's providers, 366 Mbps.

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CenturyLink fiber-optic internet

Provider
CenturyLink
Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

1,000 Mbps

Average availability

34%

*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 Aug 9, 2022.

**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem

Fiber-optic from CenturyLink offers broadband to some, but not many households in Grimes covering 34% of the area.

Fiber-optic service from CenturyLink is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Grimes than other internet types.

Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Grimes, $44.99.

CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Grimes, $NaN.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Grimes. These download speeds are available to 34% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Grimes's providers, 366 Mbps.

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Mediacom cable internet

Provider
Mediacom
Starting price*
$19.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

50 Mbps

Average availability

98%

*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 Aug 9, 2022.

**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem

Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to nearly all households in Grimes covering 98% of the area.

Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Grimes 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 Grimes, $44.99.

Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Grimes, $NaN.

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 Grimes. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Grimes's providers, 366 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you live in the heart of Grimes, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Grimes, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Grimes and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Grimes at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Grimes at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Grimes residents, 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 Grimes 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 Grimes cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.

Internet provider frequently asked questions

CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in Grimes with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 34% of households in Grimes. The next fastest internet provider in Grimes is Mediacom, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 98% of the area.

Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in Grimes with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Grimes, $44.99.

CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Grimes, covering 34% of the city.

There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.

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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