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| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 97% |
South Slope Cooperative Communications  | $55.00 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 94% |
| South Slope Cooperative Communications | $55.00 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 16% |
| Goldfield Access Network | - | - | DSL | 4.048% |
| Modern Cooperative Telephone Company | $35.00 | 6 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 2.261% |
| Wellman Cooperative Telephone Associaiton | $81.95 | 10 - 60 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 2.121% |
| Farmers Mutual Telephone Cooperative | $74.95 | 50 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 2.068% |
| Farmers Mutual Telephone Cooperative | $74.95 | 50 - 300 Mbps | DSL | 2.068% |
| Farmers Mutual Telephone Cooperative | $74.95 | 50 - 300 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 2.068% |
| Sharon Telephone Company | $62.95 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 1.700% |
| Sharon Telephone Company | $62.95 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.700% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 99% |
| SpeedConnect | $46.95 | - | Wireless | 22% |
| Wellman Cooperative Telephone Associaiton | $81.95 | 10 - 60 Mbps | Wireless | 2.121% |
| Farmers Mutual Telephone Cooperative | $74.95 | 50 - 300 Mbps | Wireless | 2.068% |
| Sharon Telephone Company | $62.95 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 1.700% |
*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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.28%
2 providers - 95.85%
3 providers - 10.30%
4+ providers - 2.07%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in North Liberty 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 North Liberty area will have access to cable, which covers 97% of North Liberty residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 5.330% of those living in North Liberty.
There are 11 internet providers serving the North Liberty area, and 95.85% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among North Liberty's 11 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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| Mediacom | 152.0 Mbps | 21.0 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in North Liberty.
The largest internet providers in North Liberty are Mediacom and South Slope Cooperative Communications bringing cable, fiber-optic, and DSL options to North Liberty.
Cable internet from Mediacom is available to nearly all North Liberty residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from South Slope Cooperative Communications, which covers 94% of the area. North Liberty’s third most-available internet provider, South Slope Cooperative Communications, offers DSL to around 16% of North Liberty 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.
Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to nearly all households in North Liberty covering 97% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but North Liberty 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 North Liberty, $54.97.
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 North Liberty, $1.02.
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 North Liberty. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all North Liberty's providers, 160 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 South Slope Cooperative Communications offers broadband to nearly all households in North Liberty covering 94% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from South Slope Cooperative Communications is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout North Liberty than other internet types.
Internet prices for South Slope Cooperative Communications start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in North Liberty, $54.97.
South Slope Cooperative Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in North Liberty, $1.02.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, South Slope Cooperative Communications offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in North Liberty. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all North Liberty's providers, 160 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 South Slope Cooperative Communications offers broadband to a limited number of households in North Liberty covering 16% of the area.
DSL internet from South Slope Cooperative Communications uses telephone lines in North Liberty 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 South Slope Cooperative Communications start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in North Liberty, $54.97.
South Slope Cooperative Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in North Liberty, $1.02.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, South Slope Cooperative Communications offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in North Liberty. These download speeds are available to 16% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all North Liberty's providers, 160 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of North Liberty, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside North Liberty, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in North Liberty and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in North Liberty at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in North Liberty at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many North Liberty 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 North Liberty 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 North Liberty cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers.
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in North Liberty with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in North Liberty. The next fastest internet provider in North Liberty is South Slope Cooperative Communications, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 94% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in North Liberty with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in North Liberty, $54.97.
South Slope Cooperative Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in North Liberty, covering 94% of the city. Wellman Cooperative Telephone Associaiton also offers fiber internet in North Liberty and is available to 2.121% of households.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
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.
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.
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