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Internet providers in 50548
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| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 94% |
| Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 86% |
| Goldfield Telephone Company | - | - | DSL | 97% |
| Woolstock Mutual Telephone Assoc. | - | - | DSL | 21% |
| River Valley Telephone Coop. | - | - | DSL | 2.805% |
| Webster-Calhoun Cooperative Telephone Association | - | - | Fiber-optic | 1.840% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| TDS Telecom | $35 | 1 - 1 Mbps | Wireless | 67% |
| Rise Broadband | $39.95 | 5 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 43% |
| Northwest Telephone Cooperative | - | - | Wireless | 25% |
| Woolstock Mutual Telephone Assoc. | - | - | Wireless | 21% |
| River Valley Telephone Coop. | - | - | Wireless | 2.805% |
| Evertek Enterprises | - | - | Wireless | 1.052% |
*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?50548 internet service at a glance
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 50548 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 50548 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 97% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 86% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 1.840% of those living in the 50548 ZIP code.
There are 12 internet providers serving the 50548 area, and 95.27% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among 12 internet providers in 50548, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 50548
The largest internet providers serving the 50548 ZIP code are CenturyLink, Mediacom, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all in the 50548 ZIP code, covering 94% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 86% of the area. Humboldt’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 50548 ZIP code.
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 nearly all households in the 50548 ZIP code, covering 94% 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 $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 50548 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Humboldt's providers, 192 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 the 50548 ZIP code, covering 86% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 50548 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 50548 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 86% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Humboldt's providers, 192 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 50548 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 50548 ZIP 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 50548 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Humboldt's providers, 192 Mbps.
Internet providers in 50548 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 50548?
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in the 50548 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 86% of households in 50548. The next fastest internet provider in the 50548 ZIP code is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 94% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 50548?
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 50548 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Humboldt, $43.32.
Is fiber internet available in 50548?
Webster-Calhoun Cooperative Telephone Association is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 50548 ZIP code, covering 1.840% of the city.
What’s the best internet provider in my area?
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
How do I get faster internet?
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
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.
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