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| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 93% |
| Windstream | $75 | 10 - 25 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 3.003% |
| Windstream | $19.99 | 10 - 1.5 Mbps | DSL | 2.029% |
| Hospers Telephone Exchange, Inc. | - | - | Cable | 92% |
| Hospers Telephone Exchange, Inc. | - | - | Fiber-optic | 43% |
| C-M-L Telephone Cooperative Association | - | - | Fiber-optic | 8.604% |
| Mutual Telephone Company (IA) | - | - | Fiber-optic | 2.354% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| TDS Telecom | $35 | 1 - 1 Mbps | Wireless | 92% |
| Community Cable Television Agency of O'Brien County | - | - | Wireless | 77% |
| Evertek Enterprises | - | - | Wireless | 68% |
| Community Internet Service (IA) | - | - | Wireless | 1.136% |
*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?51201 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 51201 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 51201 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 95% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 92% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 56% of those living in the 51201 ZIP code.
There are 11 internet providers serving the 51201 area, and 93.02% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among 11 internet providers in 51201, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 150 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 51201
The largest internet providers serving the 51201 ZIP code are CenturyLink, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all in the 51201 ZIP code, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Sheldon’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 51201 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 51201 ZIP code, covering 93% 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Sheldon, $42.00.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Sheldon, $3.00.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 51201 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Sheldon's providers, 36 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 51201 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 51201 ZIP 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Sheldon, $42.00.
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 Sheldon, $3.00.
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 51201 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Sheldon's providers, 36 Mbps.
Viasat satellite internet
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Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in the 51201 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 51201 ZIP 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Sheldon, $42.00.
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 Sheldon, $3.00.
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 51201 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Sheldon's providers, 36 Mbps.
Internet providers in 51201 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 51201?
Mutual Telephone Company (IA) is the fastest internet provider in the 51201 ZIP code with download speeds up to 150 Mbps. These speeds are available to 2.354% of households in 51201. The next fastest internet provider in the 51201 ZIP code is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 93% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 51201?
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in the 51201 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Sheldon, $42.00.
Is fiber internet available in 51201?
Hospers Telephone Exchange, Inc. is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 51201 ZIP code, covering 43% of the city. C-M-L Telephone Cooperative Association also offers fiber internet in 51201 and is available to 8.604% of households.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
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.
How much should I pay for internet?
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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.
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