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Internet providers in 53821
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CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 84% |
Mediacom | $29.99 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 89% |
TDS Telecom | $35 | 1 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 2.777% |
TDS Telecom | $35 | 1 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.774% |
HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
TDS Telecom | $35 | 1 - 1 Mbps | Wireless | 2.549% |
*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?53821 internet service at a glance
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 53821 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Wisconsin - 98%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 53821 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 98% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 89% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Prairie du Chien, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the 53821 area, and 87.39% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 53821, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 53821
The largest internet providers serving the 53821 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 53821 ZIP code, covering 84% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 89% of the area. Prairie du Chien’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 53821 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 53821 ZIP code, covering 84% 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 Prairie du Chien, $44.00.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.75 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Prairie du Chien, $2.00.
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 53821 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 84% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Prairie du Chien's providers, 440 Mbps.

Mediacom 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 Mediacom offers broadband to nearly all households in the 53821 ZIP code, covering 89% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 53821 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Prairie du Chien, $44.00.
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 Prairie du Chien, $2.00.
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 53821 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Prairie du Chien's providers, 440 Mbps.

HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 53821 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 53821 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 Prairie du Chien, $44.00.
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 Prairie du Chien, $2.00.
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 53821 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Prairie du Chien's providers, 440 Mbps.
Internet providers in 53821 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 53821?
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in the 53821 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 89% of households in 53821. The next fastest internet provider in the 53821 ZIP code is TDS Telecom, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 0.774% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 53821?
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 53821 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Prairie du Chien, $44.00.
Is fiber internet available in 53821?
TDS Telecom is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 53821 ZIP code, covering 0.774% of the city.
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.
What's a good internet speed for my home?
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.