Compare 50111 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.
Internet providers in 50111
Internet providers in your area
50111 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 90% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 58% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
Aureon Network Services  | - | - | DSL | 15% |
| 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% |
| Dallas County Wireless | $49.99 | 15 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 1.550% |
*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.
Need help?50111 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
3858
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 97.89%
3 providers - 14.80%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 50111 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 50111 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 97% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 35% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 19% of those living in the 50111 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 50111 area, and 97.89% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 50111, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Grimes
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CenturyLink | 120 Mbps | 39 Mbps | DSL |
| 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.
Top high-speed internet providers in 50111
The largest internet providers serving the 50111 ZIP code are CenturyLink and Mediacom bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all in the 50111 ZIP code, covering 90% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from CenturyLink, which covers 58% of the area. Grimes’s third most-available internet provider, Mediacom, offers cable to around 99% of residents in the 50111 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 50111 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 $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Grimes, $47.48.
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 Grimes, $1.44.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 50111 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Grimes's providers, 367 Mbps.
CenturyLink fiber-optic 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.
Fiber-optic from CenturyLink offers broadband to about half of households in the 50111 ZIP code, covering 58% 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 50111 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Grimes, $47.48.
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 Grimes, $1.44.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 50111 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 58% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Grimes's providers, 367 Mbps.
Mediacom cable internet
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Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to all households in the 50111 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 50111 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, $47.48.
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 Grimes, $1.44.
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 50111 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Grimes's providers, 367 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 50111 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 50111 and the greater Grimes area. 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 $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 50111 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 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 providers in 50111 frequently asked questions
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in the 50111 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in 50111. The next fastest internet provider in the 50111 ZIP code is Dallas County Wireless, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 1.550% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 50111 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Grimes, $47.48.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 50111 ZIP code, covering 58% of the city.
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Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
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