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| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 97% |
Windstream  | - | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 3.259% |
| Windstream | - | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.501% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Heart of Iowa Communications Cooperative | $49.95 | 100 - 30 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 24% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Breeze Broadband Communications | - | 58 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Heart of Iowa Communications Cooperative | $49.95 | 100 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 42% |
*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 - 99.04%
2 providers - 98.38%
3 providers - 28.46%
4+ providers - 0.72%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Marshalltown 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 Marshalltown area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Marshalltown residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 77% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 42% of those living in Marshalltown.
There are eight internet providers serving the Marshalltown area, and 98.38% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Marshalltown's eight internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 2,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Rise Broadband | 29.0 Mbps | 9.0 Mbps | Wireless |
| CenturyLink | 96.0 Mbps | 35.0 Mbps | DSL |
| Mediacom | 140.0 Mbps | 20.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Windstream | 79.0 Mbps | 50.0 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Marshalltown.
The largest internet providers in Marshalltown are CenturyLink, Mediacom, and Heart of Iowa Communications Cooperative bringing DSL, cable, and fiber-optic options to Marshalltown.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Marshalltown residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 99% of the area. Marshalltown’s third most-available internet provider, Heart of Iowa Communications Cooperative, offers fiber-optic to around 24% of Marshalltown 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 nearly all households in Marshalltown covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Marshalltown 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 Marshalltown, $47.48.
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 Marshalltown, $0.77.
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 Marshalltown. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Marshalltown's providers, 200 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 all households in Marshalltown covering 99% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Marshalltown 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 Marshalltown, $47.48.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Marshalltown, $0.77.
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 Marshalltown. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Marshalltown's providers, 200 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.
Fiber-optic from Heart of Iowa Communications Cooperative offers broadband to some, but not many households in Marshalltown covering 24% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Heart of Iowa Communications Cooperative is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Marshalltown than other internet types.
Internet prices for Heart of Iowa Communications Cooperative start at $49.95/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Marshalltown, $47.48.
Heart of Iowa Communications Cooperative customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Marshalltown, $0.77.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Heart of Iowa Communications Cooperative offers download speeds up to 30 Mbps and upload speeds up to 15 Mbps in Marshalltown. These download speeds are available to 24% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Marshalltown's providers, 200 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Marshalltown, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Marshalltown, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Marshalltown and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Marshalltown at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Marshalltown at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Marshalltown residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Marshalltown may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Marshalltown cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Windstream is the fastest internet provider in Marshalltown with download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 3.259% of households in Marshalltown. The next fastest internet provider in Marshalltown is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 0.501% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in Marshalltown with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Marshalltown, $47.48.
Heart of Iowa Communications Cooperative is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Marshalltown, covering 24% of the city. Windstream also offers fiber internet in Marshalltown and is available to 0.501% of households.
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.
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.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
*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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