Internet providers in Muscatine, IA

Q: [What’s the fastest internet provider in Muscatine?]

[CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in Muscatine with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 89% of households in Muscatine. The next fastest internet provider in Muscatine is Board of Water Electric & Communication, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 63% of the area.]

Q: [What’s the cheapest internet provider in Muscatine?]

[CenturyLink offers the cheapest internet in Muscatine with plans starting at $45/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Muscatine, $54.23.]

Q: [Is fiber internet available in Muscatine?]

[Board of Water Electric & Communication is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Muscatine, covering 0.069% of the city.]

Q: [Is cable or DSL better?]

[Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans , DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.]

Q: [How do I change internet providers?]

[Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.]

Q: [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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Muscatine, IA internet providers

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Provider
CenturyLink	$45.00	20 - 100 Mbps	DSL	89%
Board of Water Electric & Communication	-	-	Cable	63%
Mutual Telephone Company of Morning Sun	-	-	DSL	2.568%
WTC Communications	$61.95	6 - 10 Mbps	DSL	1.657%
WTC Communications	$61.95	6 - 1 Mbps	Cable	1.657%
Board of Water Electric & Communication	-	-	Fiber-optic	0.069%
HughesNet	$59.99	25 - 25 Mbps	Satellite	100%
Viasat	$50.00	12 - 25 Mbps	Satellite	100%
Board of Water Electric & Communication	-	-	Wireless	23%
Mutual Telephone Company of Morning Sun	-	-	Wireless	2.568%

*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 Oct 13, 2021.

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Muscatine internet service at a glance

Fastest advertised download speeds

100 Mbps
Provider: CenturyLink
Source: FCC
Broadband availability
23669
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.92%
2 providers - 76.70%
3 providers - 3.78%
4+ providers - 0.12%
Source: FCC
Most available internet technology

Cable - 77%
DSL - 99%
Fiber - 0.270%
Source: FCC

At 100%, broadband coverage in Muscatine 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 Muscatine area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Muscatine residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 77% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Muscatine, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.

There are six internet providers serving the Muscatine area, and 76.70% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Muscatine's six internet providers, prices start at $45 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Muscatine

The largest internet providers in Muscatine are CenturyLink, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to Muscatine.

DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Muscatine residents, covering 89% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Muscatine’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Muscatine residents.

CenturyLink DSL internet

Provider
CenturyLink

Starting price*
$45/mo.

Max download speed
100 Mbps

Max upload speed
40 Mbps

Average availability
89%

*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 Oct 13, 2021.

DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Muscatine covering 89% of the area.

DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Muscatine 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Muscatine, $54.23.

CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.25 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Muscatine, $3.19.

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 Muscatine. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Muscatine's providers, 40 Mbps.

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HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet

Starting price*
$59.99/mo.

Max download speed
25 Mbps

Max upload speed
3 Mbps

Average availability
100%

*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 Oct 13, 2021.

Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Muscatine covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Muscatine 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Muscatine, $54.23.

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 Muscatine, $3.19.

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 Muscatine. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Muscatine's providers, 40 Mbps.

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Viasat satellite internet

Provider
Viasat

Starting price*
$50/mo.

Max download speed
25 Mbps

Max upload speed
3 Mbps

Average availability
100%

*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 Oct 13, 2021.

Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Muscatine covering 100% of the area.

Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Muscatine 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 Viasat start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Muscatine, $54.23.

Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.17 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Muscatine, $3.19.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Muscatine. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Muscatine's providers, 40 Mbps.

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or call us today: (844) 451-2720

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Internet provider frequently asked questions

What’s the fastest internet provider in Muscatine?

CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in Muscatine with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 89% of households in Muscatine. The next fastest internet provider in Muscatine is Board of Water Electric & Communication, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 63% of the area.

What’s the cheapest internet provider in Muscatine?

CenturyLink offers the cheapest internet in Muscatine with plans starting at $45/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Muscatine, $54.23.

Is fiber internet available in Muscatine?

Board of Water Electric & Communication is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Muscatine, covering 0.069% of the city.

Is cable or DSL better?

Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.

How do I change internet providers?

Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.

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%.