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Internet Providers in Independence, Iowa

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Home Internet in Independence, IA
  • Provider
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Mediacom
    • Hughesnet
    • CenturyLink
    • XNET WiFi
    • Independence Telecommunications Utility
    • Nextlink Internet
    • UScellular
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
    (844) 912-2812
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  • 2. 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: 43.9%
    (844) 918-3658
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  • 3. Mediacom
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 64.8%
    (855) 915-4385
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  • 4. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
    (844) 902-3107
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  • 5. CenturyLink
    Speeds Up To
    80 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: DSL
    Availability: 85.2%
    (855) 648-1477
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  • 6. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 43.9%
    (855) 758-6392
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  • 7. Independence Telecommunications Utility
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 45.1%
    (319) 332-0100
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  • Nextlink Internet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 88.9%
    (855) 698-5465
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  • UScellular
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 85.2%
    (888) 944-9400
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  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
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Best Internet Providers in Independence, IA

CenturyLink offers digital subscriber line (DSL) services in Independence, Iowa, with a maximum download speed of 80 Mbps starting at $55 per month. Covering 48% of the city, CenturyLink balances reasonable speed and pricing, making it a solid choice for many residents.

In contrast, Viasat Internet and HughesNet provide satellite connections with 100% coverage across Independence. Viasat offers the highest download speed at 150 Mbps, although it comes at a higher starting price of $99.99 per month. HughesNet delivers a maximum speed of 100 Mbps for a lower starting price of $49.99 per month. These satellite providers ensure reliable connectivity, especially where other connection types are scarce.

Tech coverage data shows DSL, fiber, and cable availability as limited, with satellite and fixed wireless being the most accessible at 100% and 97%, respectively. This underscores the importance of satellite services like Viasat and HughesNet in maintaining connectivity within Independence.

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
  • UScellular
 85.22%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Nextlink Internet
  • Starlink
 100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Mediacom
  • Independence Telecommunications Utility
 64.81%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Independence, Iowa

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Provider Connection Types in Independence, IA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Independence, IA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
 100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
 28.610000000000003%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
 70.09%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
 43.66%

Internet Providers in Independence, IA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Viasat Internet $79.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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Mediacom $19.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
(855) 915-4385
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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CenturyLink $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 80 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL
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XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
(855) 758-6392
Independence Telecommunications Utility $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable, Fiber
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Nextlink Internet $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
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UScellular $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
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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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