Compare 51537 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Harlan – 55 Mbps
IA – 100 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Harlan – 31 Mbps
IA – 47 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Harlan.
Internet providers in 51537
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51537 internet providers
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Windstream  | $19.99 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 81% |
| Windstream | $75.00 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.420% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 89% |
| Harlan Municipal Utilities | $42.95 | 6 - 250 Mbps | Cable | 88% |
| Farmers Mutual Cooperative Telephone Company (Harlan) | $63.45 | 50 - 350 Mbps | DSL | 73% |
| Farmers Mutual Cooperative Telephone Company (Harlan) | $63.45 | 50 - 350 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 69% |
| Harlan Municipal Utilities | $42.95 | 6 - 250 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 60% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Farmers Mutual Cooperative Telephone Company (Harlan) | $63.45 | 50 - 350 Mbps | Wireless | 1.270% |
*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.
Need help?51537 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
2110
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.63%
2 providers - 91.14%
3 providers - 83.44%
4+ providers - 75.95%
Source: FCC
At 93%, broadband coverage in the 51537 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 51537 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 91% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. Cable is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 90% of those living in the 51537 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 51537 area, and 91.14% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 51537, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 2,000 Mbps.
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Average internet speeds in Harlan
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Harlan Municipal Utilities | 52 Mbps | 39 Mbps | Cable |
| Mediacom | 76 Mbps | 14 Mbps | Cable |
| Windstream | 51 Mbps | 10 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Harlan.
Top high-speed internet providers in 51537
The largest internet providers serving the 51537 ZIP code are Windstream, Mediacom, and Harlan Municipal Utilities bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Windstream is available to most in the 51537 ZIP code, covering 81% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 89% of the area. Harlan’s third most-available internet provider, Harlan Municipal Utilities, offers cable to around 88% of residents in the 51537 ZIP code.
Windstream 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 Windstream offers broadband to nearly all households in the 51537 ZIP code, covering 81% of the area.
DSL internet from Windstream 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 Windstream start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Harlan, $52.27.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.10 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Harlan, $0.45.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Windstream offers download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 8 Mbps in 51537 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 81% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Harlan's providers, 219 Mbps.
Mediacom cable internet
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Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to nearly all households in the 51537 ZIP code, covering 89% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 51537 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 Harlan, $52.27.
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 Harlan, $0.45.
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 51537 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Harlan's providers, 219 Mbps.
Harlan Municipal Utilities cable internet
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Cable from Harlan Municipal Utilities offers broadband to nearly all households in the 51537 ZIP code, covering 88% of the area.
Harlan Municipal Utilities’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 51537 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Harlan Municipal Utilities start at $42.95/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Harlan, $52.27.
Harlan Municipal Utilities customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $7.16 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Harlan, $0.45.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Harlan Municipal Utilities offers download speeds up to 250 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 51537 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Harlan's providers, 219 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 51537 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 51537 and the greater Harlan area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Harlan at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Harlan at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 51537 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 Harlan 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 Harlan cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet providers in 51537 frequently asked questions
Windstream is the fastest internet provider in the 51537 ZIP code with download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 81% of households in 51537. The next fastest internet provider in the 51537 ZIP code is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 0.420% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 51537 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Harlan, $52.27.
Farmers Mutual Cooperative Telephone Company (Harlan) is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 51537 ZIP code, covering 69% of the city. Harlan Municipal Utilities also offers fiber internet in 51537 and is available to 60% of households.
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