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Internet providers in Humboldt, IA
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Humboldt internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Humboldt 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 Humboldt area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Humboldt residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Humboldt, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are nine internet providers serving the Humboldt area, and 99.73% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Humboldt's nine internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
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The largest internet providers in Humboldt are CenturyLink, Mediacom, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Humboldt.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Humboldt residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 97% of the area. Humboldt’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Humboldt residents.
CenturyLink DSL internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Mar 10, 2020.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to all households in Humboldt covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Humboldt 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 $49/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Humboldt, $44.75.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.08 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Humboldt, $2.03.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Humboldt. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Humboldt's providers, 284 Mbps.
Mediacom cable internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Mar 10, 2020.
Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to nearly all households in Humboldt covering 97% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Humboldt 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 Humboldt, $44.75.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.33 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Humboldt, $2.03.
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 Humboldt. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Humboldt's providers, 284 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Mar 10, 2020.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Humboldt covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Humboldt 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Humboldt, $44.75.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 2 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $30.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Humboldt, $2.03.
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 Humboldt. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Humboldt's providers, 284 Mbps.
Humboldt, IA internet providers
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| CenturyLink | $49/mo. | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Mediacom | $19.99/mo. | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 97% |
| Goldfield Telephone Company | - | - | DSL | 99% |
| Woolstock Mutual Telephone Assoc. | - | - | DSL | 16% |
| HughesNet | $59.99/mo. | 2 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| ViaSat, Inc. | $50/mo. | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 60% |
| JAB Wireless, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 19% |
| Woolstock Mutual Telephone Assoc. | - | - | Wireless | 16% |
| Northwest Telephone Cooperative | - | - | Wireless | 12% |
*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 Mar 10, 2020.
Need help?Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Humboldt?
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in Humboldt with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in Humboldt. The next fastest internet provider in Humboldt is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 99% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Humboldt?
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in Humboldt with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Humboldt, $44.75.
Why is my internet slow today?
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.
Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
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