Compare 51566 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Red Oak – 130 Mbps
IA – 100 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Red Oak – 18 Mbps
IA – 47 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Red Oak.
Internet providers in 51566
Internet providers in your area
51566 internet providers
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| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 94% |
Windstream  | $19.99 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 3.140% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 94% |
| Farmers Mutual Telephone Company (Stanton) | $9.95 | 250 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 12% |
| Farmers Mutual Telephone Company (Stanton) | $9.95 | 250 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 12% |
| Lenox Municipal Communications Utility | $42.95 | 5 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 3.140% |
| Cumberland Telephone Company | $65.00 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 2.380% |
| Griswold Cooperative Telephone Company | $44.95 | 30 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.900% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Farmers Telephone Company (Essex) | $49.95 | 50 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 4.090% |
| Cumberland Telephone Company | $65.00 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 2.380% |
*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 Sep 23, 2022.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
Need help?51566 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
2269
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 96.20%
2 providers - 93.63%
3 providers - 17.49%
4+ providers - 3.14%
Source: FCC
At 96%, broadband coverage in the 51566 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 51566 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 94% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 93% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 2.380% of those living in the 51566 ZIP code.
There are 10 internet providers serving the 51566 area, and 93.63% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among 10 internet providers in 51566, prices start at $9.95 and available download speeds reach up to 2,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Red Oak
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Viasat | 21 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Satellite |
| CenturyLink | 189 Mbps | 193 Mbps | DSL |
| Mediacom | 145 Mbps | 18 Mbps | Cable |
| HughesNet | 20 Mbps | 1 Mbps | Satellite |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Red Oak.
Top high-speed internet providers in 51566
The largest internet providers serving the 51566 ZIP code are CenturyLink, Mediacom, and Farmers Mutual Telephone Company (Stanton) bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all in the 51566 ZIP code, covering 94% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 94% of the area. Red Oak’s third most-available internet provider, Farmers Mutual Telephone Company (Stanton), offers DSL to around 12% of residents in the 51566 ZIP code.
CenturyLink DSL internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 51566 ZIP code, covering 94% 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 $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Red Oak, $46.42.
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 Red Oak, $0.47.
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 51566 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Red Oak's providers, 314 Mbps.
Mediacom cable internet
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Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to nearly all households in the 51566 ZIP code, covering 94% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 51566 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 Red Oak, $46.42.
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 Red Oak, $0.47.
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 51566 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Red Oak's providers, 314 Mbps.
Farmers Mutual Telephone Company (Stanton) DSL internet
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DSL from Farmers Mutual Telephone Company (Stanton) offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 51566 ZIP code, covering 12% of the area.
DSL internet from Farmers Mutual Telephone Company (Stanton) 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 Farmers Mutual Telephone Company (Stanton) start at $9.95/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Red Oak, $46.42.
Farmers Mutual Telephone Company (Stanton) customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 250 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.04 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Red Oak, $0.47.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Farmers Mutual Telephone Company (Stanton) offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in 51566 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 12% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Red Oak's providers, 314 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 51566 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 51566 and the greater Red Oak area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Red Oak at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Red Oak at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 51566 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 Red Oak 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 Red Oak DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet providers in 51566 frequently asked questions
Windstream is the fastest internet provider in the 51566 ZIP code with download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 3.140% of households in 51566. The next fastest internet provider in the 51566 ZIP code is Mediacom, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 94% of the area.
Farmers Mutual Telephone Company (Stanton) offers the cheapest internet in the 51566 ZIP with service starting at $9.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Red Oak, $46.42.
Farmers Mutual Telephone Company (Stanton) is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 51566 ZIP code, covering 12% of the city. Lenox Municipal Communications Utility also offers fiber internet in 51566 and is available to 3.140% of households.
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
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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