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| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
Olin Telephone Company  | $45.00 | 3 - 150 Mbps | DSL | 15% |
| Center Junction Telephone Company | $44.95 | 150 - 150 Mbps | DSL | 5.667% |
| Goldfield Access Network | - | - | DSL | 3.549% |
| Prairieburg Telephone Company | - | - | DSL | 1.546% |
| Farmers Coop Telephone Company | $49.95 | 25 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 1.202% |
| Farmers Coop Telephone Company | $49.95 | 25 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.202% |
| Minerva Valley Telephone Company | $75.00 | 50 - 500 Mbps | DSL | 1.088% |
| Martelle Communications | $62.95 | 15 - 8 Mbps | Cable | 1.088% |
| Martelle Communications | $62.95 | 15 - 5 Mbps | DSL | 1.088% |
| 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% |
| Comelec Internet Services | $35.00 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 53% |
| Prairieburg Telephone Company | - | - | Wireless | 1.546% |
*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 - 99.66%
2 providers - 98.51%
3 providers - 23.41%
5+ providers - 3.55%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Monticello 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 Monticello area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Monticello residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Monticello, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are 13 internet providers serving the Monticello area, and 98.51% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Monticello's 13 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 |
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| CenturyLink | 15.0 Mbps | 3.0 Mbps | DSL |
| Mediacom | 225.0 Mbps | 19.0 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Monticello.
The largest internet providers in Monticello are CenturyLink, Mediacom, and Olin Telephone Company bringing DSL and cable options to Monticello.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Monticello residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 99% of the area. Monticello’s third most-available internet provider, Olin Telephone Company, offers DSL to around 15% of Monticello 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 Monticello covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Monticello 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 Monticello, $49.80.
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 Monticello, $1.13.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Monticello. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Monticello's providers, 199 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 Monticello covering 99% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Monticello 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 Monticello, $49.80.
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 Monticello, $1.13.
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 Monticello. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Monticello's providers, 199 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 Olin Telephone Company offers broadband to a limited number of households in Monticello covering 15% of the area.
DSL internet from Olin Telephone Company uses telephone lines in Monticello 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 Olin Telephone Company start at $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Monticello, $49.80.
Olin Telephone Company customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 3 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $15.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Monticello, $1.13.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Olin Telephone Company offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Monticello. These download speeds are available to 15% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Monticello's providers, 199 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Monticello, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Monticello, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Monticello and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Monticello at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Monticello at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Monticello 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 Monticello 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 Monticello DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in Monticello with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Monticello. The next fastest internet provider in Monticello is Comelec Internet Services, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 53% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in Monticello with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Monticello, $49.80.
Farmers Coop Telephone Company is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Monticello, covering 1.202% of the city.
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.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
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.
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