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Internet Providers in Algona, Iowa

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Home Internet in Algona, IA

  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    225 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 30.2%
  • 2. Mediacom
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 76.7%
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 5. CenturyLink
    Speeds Up To
    10 Mbps
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    Connection: DSL
    Availability: 45.1%
  • 6. Algona Municipal Utilities
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fiber, Cable
    Availability: 56.5%
  • 7. Northwest
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 68.7%
  • 8. Nextlink Internet
    Speeds Up To
    500 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 65.6%
  • 9. UScellular
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 82.6%
  • 10. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 11. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 56.7%
  • 12. Always ON
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 70.2%

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
  • CenturyLink
  • Northwest
  • UScellular
  • Always ON
82.59%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • AT&T
  • Viasat
  • Hughesnet
  • 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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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%

List of Internet Providers in Algona, IA

Provider Type Top Speed
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps
Mediacom Cable 1 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
CenturyLink DSL 10 Mbps
Algona Municipal Utilities Fiber, Cable 150 Mbps
Northwest Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps
Nextlink Internet Fixed Wireless 500 Mbps
UScellular Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps

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 225 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
Viasat Internet $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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 10 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL
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 $50/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
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Always ON $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless

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