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| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 74% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 97% |
River Valley Telecommunications Cooperative  | $45.00 | 25 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 19% |
| Superior Telephone Cooperative | $40.00 | 6 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 7.540% |
| Premier Communications | $39.95 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 3.800% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Back 40 Wireless | $50.00 | 6 - 40 Mbps | Wireless | 87% |
| IGL TeleConnect | $48.00 | 6 - 12 Mbps | Wireless | 76% |
| River Valley Telecommunications Cooperative | $45.00 | 25 - 100 Mbps | Wireless | 20% |
| ET Deployment | $56.95 | 15 - 50 Mbps | Wireless | 3.210% |
*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.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.41%
2 providers - 90.23%
3 providers - 29.94%
4+ providers - 1.07%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 51360 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 51360 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 98% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 40% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 20% of those living in the 51360 ZIP code.
There are 10 internet providers serving the 51360 area, and 90.23% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among 10 internet providers in 51360, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 51360 ZIP code are CenturyLink, Mediacom, and River Valley Telecommunications Cooperative bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to most in the 51360 ZIP code, covering 74% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 97% of the area. Spirit Lake’s third most-available internet provider, River Valley Telecommunications Cooperative, offers DSL to around 19% of residents in the 51360 ZIP code.
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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 CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in the 51360 ZIP code, covering 74% 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 Spirit Lake, $48.32.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Spirit Lake, $2.01.
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 51360 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 74% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Spirit Lake's providers, 130 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.
Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to nearly all households in the 51360 ZIP code, covering 97% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 51360 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 Spirit Lake, $48.32.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Spirit Lake, $2.01.
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 51360 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Spirit Lake's providers, 130 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 River Valley Telecommunications Cooperative offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 51360 ZIP code, covering 19% of the area.
DSL internet from River Valley Telecommunications Cooperative 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 River Valley Telecommunications Cooperative start at $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Spirit Lake, $48.32.
River Valley Telecommunications Cooperative customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.80 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Spirit Lake, $2.01.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, River Valley Telecommunications Cooperative offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in 51360 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 19% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Spirit Lake's providers, 130 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 51360 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 51360 and the greater Spirit Lake area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Spirit Lake at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Spirit Lake at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 51360 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 Spirit Lake 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 Spirit Lake cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in the 51360 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in 51360. The next fastest internet provider in the 51360 ZIP code is Premier Communications, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 3.800% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 51360 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Spirit Lake, $48.32.
Premier Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 51360 ZIP code, covering 3.800% of the city.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
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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