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Internet providers in Pella, IA
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Windstream | $19.99 | 10 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
Windstream | $27 | 10 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 11% |
Windstream | $75 | 10 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 6.706% |
Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
Local Internet Service Company | - | - | DSL | 49% |
Sully Telephone Association | - | - | DSL | 13% |
Killduff Telephone Company | - | - | DSL | 2.154% |
HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Rise Broadband | $39.95 | 5 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
Sully Telephone Association | - | - | Wireless | 13% |
*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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Pella internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Pella 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 Pella area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Pella residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 6.710% of those living in Pella.
There are eight internet providers serving the Pella area, and 99.31% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Pella's eight internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Pella
The largest internet providers in Pella are Windstream and Mediacom bringing DSL and cable options to Pella.
DSL internet from Windstream is available to nearly all Pella residents, covering 100% of households. Some will also have the option of cable from Windstream, which covers 11% of the area. Pella’s third most-available internet provider, Mediacom, offers cable to around 99% of Pella residents.

Windstream 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Windstream offers broadband to all households in Pella covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from Windstream uses telephone lines in Pella 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 Windstream start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Pella, $39.98.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Pella, $1.54.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Windstream offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 8 Mbps in Pella. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Pella's providers, 273 Mbps.

Windstream 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Windstream offers broadband to a limited number of households in Pella covering 11% of the area.
Windstream’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Pella residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Windstream start at $27/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Pella, $39.98.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.70 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Pella, $1.54.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Windstream offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 8 Mbps in Pella. These download speeds are available to 11% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Pella's providers, 273 Mbps.

Mediacom cable internet
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Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to all households in Pella covering 99% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Pella residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $29.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Pella, $39.98.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Pella, $1.54.
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 Pella. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Pella's providers, 273 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Pella, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Pella, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Pella and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Pella at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Pella at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Pella 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 Pella 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 Pella DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Pella?
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in Pella with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Pella. The next fastest internet provider in Pella is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Pella?
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in Pella with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Pella, $39.98.
Is fiber internet available in Pella?
Windstream is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Pella, covering 6.706% of the city.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
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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%.