Find internet providers serving the 50701 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 50% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.880% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
Farmers Coop Telephone Company  | $49.95 | 25 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 2.050% |
| Farmers Coop Telephone Company | $49.95 | 25 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 2.050% |
| Dunkerton Telephone Cooperative | $66.45 | 50 - 200 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.390% |
| Goldfield Access Network | - | - | DSL | 1.200% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 96% |
| NaTel | $45.00 | - | Wireless | 74% |
| Unggoy Broadband | $45.00 | 6 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 1.670% |
*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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.86%
2 providers - 90.47%
3 providers - 5.93%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 50701 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 50701 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 97% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 22% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 1.060% of those living in the 50701 ZIP code.
There are 10 internet providers serving the 50701 area, and 90.47% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among 10 internet providers in 50701, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Rise Broadband | 57 Mbps | 5 Mbps | Wireless |
| Mediacom | 126 Mbps | 18 Mbps | Cable |
| HughesNet | 2 Mbps | 1 Mbps | Satellite |
| CenturyLink | 37 Mbps | 15 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Waterloo.
The largest internet providers serving the 50701 ZIP code are CenturyLink, Mediacom, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to most in the 50701 ZIP code, covering 50% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 99% of the area. Waterloo’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 50701 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to about half of households in the 50701 ZIP code, covering 50% 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 Waterloo, $49.04.
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 Waterloo, $1.53.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 50701 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 50% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Waterloo's providers, 363 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to all households in the 50701 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 50701 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 Waterloo, $49.04.
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 Waterloo, $1.53.
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 50701 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Waterloo's providers, 363 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 50701 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 50701 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Waterloo, $49.04.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Waterloo, $1.53.
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 50701 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Waterloo's providers, 363 Mbps.
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in the 50701 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in 50701. The next fastest internet provider in the 50701 ZIP code is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 50% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 50701 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Waterloo, $49.04.
Farmers Coop Telephone Company is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 50701 ZIP code, covering 2.050% of the city. Dunkerton Telephone Cooperative also offers fiber internet in 50701 and is available to 1.390% of households.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
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.
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.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
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