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Internet providers in 50461
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50461 internet providers
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CenturyLink  | $45.00 | 20 - 20 Mbps | DSL | 81% |
| Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 80% |
| Osage Municipal Utilities | $49.95 | 100 - 125 Mbps | Cable | 80% |
| Farmers Mutual Telephone Company (OmniTel) | $79.95 | 12 - 240 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 7.606% |
| Farmers Mutual Telephone Company (OmniTel) | $79.95 | 12 - 120 Mbps | Cable | 0.374% |
| Farmers Mutual Telephone Company (OmniTel) | $79.95 | 12 - 5 Mbps | DSL | 0.374% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| LTD Broadband | $50.00 | 6 - 244 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Osage Municipal Utilities | $49.95 | 100 - 10 Mbps | Wireless | 14% |
| Skybeam | - | - | Wireless | 7.107% |
| Router12 Networks | $40.00 | 5 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 2.494% |
*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 22, 2021.
Need help?50461 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
1575
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 90.90%
2 providers - 81.30%
3 providers - 77.31%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 91%, broadband coverage in the 50461 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 50461 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 83% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 81% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 8.350% of those living in the 50461 ZIP code.
There are nine internet providers serving the 50461 area, and 81.30% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among nine internet providers in 50461, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 50461
The largest internet providers serving the 50461 ZIP code are CenturyLink, Mediacom, and Osage Municipal Utilities bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to most in the 50461 ZIP code, covering 81% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 80% of the area. Osage’s third most-available internet provider, Osage Municipal Utilities, offers cable to around 80% of residents in the 50461 ZIP code.
CenturyLink 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 50461 ZIP code, covering 81% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink start at $45/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Osage, $50.61.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.25 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Osage, $1.10.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 20 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in 50461 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 81% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Osage's providers, 230 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to nearly all households in the 50461 ZIP code, covering 80% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 50461 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Osage, $50.61.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 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 Osage, $1.10.
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 50461 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 80% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Osage's providers, 230 Mbps.
Osage Municipal Utilities cable internet
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Cable from Osage Municipal Utilities offers broadband to nearly all households in the 50461 ZIP code, covering 80% of the area.
Osage Municipal Utilities’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 50461 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Osage Municipal Utilities start at $49.95/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Osage, $50.61.
Osage Municipal Utilities 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 Osage, $1.10.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Osage Municipal Utilities offers download speeds up to 125 Mbps and upload speeds up to 25 Mbps in 50461 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 80% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Osage's providers, 230 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 50461 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 50461 and the greater Osage area. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Osage at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Osage at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 50461 ZIP, 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 Osage may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $59.99 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 Osage DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet providers in 50461 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 50461?
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in the 50461 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 80% of households in 50461. The next fastest internet provider in the 50461 ZIP code is LTD Broadband, offering download speeds up to 244 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 50461?
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 50461 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Osage, $50.61.
Is fiber internet available in 50461?
Farmers Mutual Telephone Company (OmniTel) is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 50461 ZIP code, covering 7.606% of the city.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
Where can I find free Wi-Fi near me?
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
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