| Provider | ||||
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| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 97% |
Goldfield Access Network  | - | - | DSL | 99% |
| Woolstock Mutual Telephone Association | $45.00 | 10 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 16% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| BendBroadband | - | - | Wireless | 60% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 19% |
| Woolstock Mutual Telephone Association | $45.00 | 10 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 16% |
| Ayrshire Farmers Mutual Telephone Company | $39.95 | 5 - 15 Mbps | 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 Feb 14, 2023.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.78%
2 providers - 99.73%
3 providers - 95.73%
4+ providers - 17.10%
Source: FCC
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. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Cable is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 97% of those living in Humboldt.
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.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mediacom | 178.0 Mbps | 14.0 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Humboldt.
The largest internet providers in Humboldt are CenturyLink, Mediacom, and Woolstock Mutual Telephone Association bringing DSL and cable 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, Woolstock Mutual Telephone Association, offers DSL to around 16% of Humboldt residents.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
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 $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Humboldt, $45.70.
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 Humboldt, $1.63.
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 Humboldt. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Humboldt's providers, 168 Mbps.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
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, $45.70.
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 Humboldt, $1.63.
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, 168 Mbps.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from Woolstock Mutual Telephone Association offers broadband to a limited number of households in Humboldt covering 16% of the area.
DSL internet from Woolstock Mutual Telephone Association 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 Woolstock Mutual Telephone Association start at $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Humboldt, $45.70.
Woolstock Mutual Telephone Association customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.50 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Humboldt, $1.63.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Woolstock Mutual Telephone Association offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Humboldt. These download speeds are available to 16% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Humboldt's providers, 168 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Humboldt, you’ll likely have options from DSL and cable internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Humboldt, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Humboldt and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Humboldt at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Humboldt at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Humboldt residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
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 940 Mbps to 99% of the area.
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, $45.70.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
*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.
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