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Internet providers in 50138
Find internet providers serving the 50138 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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| Windstream | $19.99 | 10 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Windstream | $75 | 10 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.676% |
| Windstream | $27 | 10 - 50 Mbps | Cable | 9.292% |
| Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 90% |
| Local Internet Service Company | - | - | DSL | 43% |
| Sully Telephone Association | - | - | DSL | 7.540% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $39.95 | 5 - 5 Mbps | Wireless | 77% |
| Sully Telephone Association | - | - | Wireless | 7.540% |
*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?50138 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 50138 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 50138 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 1.830% of those living in the 50138 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 50138 area, and 92.23% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 50138, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 50138
The largest internet providers serving the 50138 ZIP code are Windstream, Mediacom, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Windstream is available to nearly all in the 50138 ZIP code, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 90% of the area. Knoxville’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 50138 ZIP code.
Windstream 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 Windstream offers broadband to all households in the 50138 ZIP code, covering 99% 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 Knoxville, $39.98.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Knoxville, $1.54.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Windstream offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 8 Mbps in 50138 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Knoxville's providers, 261 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 50138 ZIP code, covering 90% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 50138 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $29.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Knoxville, $39.98.
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 Knoxville, $1.54.
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 50138 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Knoxville's providers, 261 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 50138 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 50138 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 Knoxville, $39.98.
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 Knoxville, $1.54.
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 50138 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Knoxville's providers, 261 Mbps.
Internet providers in 50138 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 50138?
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in the 50138 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 90% of households in 50138. The next fastest internet provider in the 50138 ZIP code is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 99% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 50138?
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in the 50138 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Knoxville, $39.98.
Is fiber internet available in 50138?
Windstream is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 50138 ZIP code, covering 1.676% of the city.
What internet speeds do I get?
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
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%.
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