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Internet Providers in Algona, Iowa

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Home Internet in Algona, IA
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Verizon
    • Mediacom
    • Hughesnet
    • CenturyLink
    • XNET WiFi
    • Algona Municipal Utilities
    • Northwest
    • Nextlink Internet
    • UScellular
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 30.2%
  • 2. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
    All-In Internet plans can experience faster speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 133 Mbps – 415 Mbps. 25% of our customers see speeds below and 25% see speeds above these ranges. Mobile 5G Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 80.6%
  • 4. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 39.2%
  • 5. Mediacom
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 76.7%
  • 6. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 7. CenturyLink
    Speeds Up To
    80 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: DSL
    Availability: 88.1%
  • 8. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 30.2%
  • 9. Algona Municipal Utilities
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber, Cable
    Availability: 56.5%
  • 10. Northwest
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 68.7%
  • 11. Nextlink Internet
    Speeds Up To
    500 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 65.6%
  • 12. UScellular
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 82.6%
  • 13. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Algona, IA

Algona, Iowa, hosts several internet service providers, each catering to different needs. CenturyLink offers a DSL connection at a top speed of 10 Mbps, covering 45.10% of the city. With a starting price of $55 per month, it's a practical choice for light internet users who focus on browsing and email.

Verizon provides a 5G internet service that reaches 56.70% of Algona. This service boasts a faster maximum download speed of 50 Mbps at $50 per month, making it a more cost-effective option for those who need higher speeds without breaking the bank.

Viasat offers a satellite connection with a maximum speed of 150 Mbps and an extensive coverage of 100% of the city. However, its starting price of $99.99 per month may deter some unless they need the highest possible speeds and widespread availability.

Algona's residents can choose from various connection types: DSL (43%), cable (16%), fiber (82%), fixed wireless (89%), and satellite (100%). This variety ensures that residents can find an internet plan that meets their unique requirements.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • Northwest
  • UScellular
82.59%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • AT&T
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Algona Municipal Utilities
  • Nextlink Internet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Mediacom
76.74%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Algona, Iowa

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Provider Connection Types in Algona, IA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Algona, IA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
43.3%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
81.64%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
15.86%

Internet Providers in Algona, IA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet Air $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 300 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Viasat Internet $79.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Mediacom $19.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
CenturyLink $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 80 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Algona Municipal Utilities $60.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber, Cable
Northwest Communications $49.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Nextlink Internet $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 500 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
UScellular $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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