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Humboldt, IA internet providers
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| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 97% |
| Goldfield Telephone Company | - | - | DSL | 99% |
| Woolstock Mutual Telephone Assoc. | - | - | DSL | 16% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| TDS Telecom | $35 | 1 - 1 Mbps | Wireless | 60% |
| Rise Broadband | $39.95 | 5 - 5 Mbps | 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?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 $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
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Top high-speed internet providers in Humboldt
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 Jun 1, 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 $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Humboldt, $43.32.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.75 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Humboldt, $2.28.
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 slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Humboldt's providers, 191 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 Jun 1, 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 $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Humboldt, $43.32.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Humboldt, $2.28.
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, 191 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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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, $43.32.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Humboldt, $2.28.
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, 191 Mbps.
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 $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Humboldt, $43.32.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
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%.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
How do I get cheaper internet?
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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