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Internet Providers in
Kensett, IA

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Home Internet in Kensett, IA
  • Provider
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Verizon
    • Rise Broadband
    • Mediacom
    • Hughesnet
    • CenturyLink
    • XNET WiFi
    • Winnebago Cooperative Telecom Association
    • GigFire
    • 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%
  • 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: 30.2%
  • 3. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 12.9%
  • 4. Rise Broadband
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 17.5%
  • 5. Mediacom
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 39.7%
  • 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: 70%
  • 8. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 30.2%
  • 9. Winnebago Cooperative Telecom Association
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 100%
  • 10. GigFire
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 30.3%
  • UScellular
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 55.2%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Kensett, IA

In Kensett, Iowa, Viasat Internet offers satellite connectivity with speeds up to 150 Mbps and complete city coverage. However, it starts at $99.99 per month, which might be pricey for some. Despite the cost, its high-speed and comprehensive coverage make it a strong option for households needing fast internet.

HughesNet also provides satellite internet with 100% coverage but maxes out at 100 Mbps. It is more affordable, starting at $49.99 per month, making it a sensible choice for many. On the other hand, Always ON offers fixed wireless internet at speeds up to 25 Mbps, covering 45.70% of Kensett, and charges $60 per month. This service is especially important in areas lacking traditional cable and fiber coverage.

With high availability from satellite providers like Viasat and HughesNet, Kensett residents, even in underserved areas, have reliable internet options.

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
  • Rise Broadband
  • UScellular
55.169999999999995%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • GigFire
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Mediacom
  • Winnebago Cooperative Telecom Association
100%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Kensett, Iowa

Looking for internet providers near you? This map can help. Use the drop-down menu to select an internet provider in your area, then enter your address into the address bar. The map will show your neighborhood and overlay the internet provider's availability by address, so that you can see which providers are available exactly where you live. You can also use the map to find internet store locations near you — just toggle the switch to "stores" and choose a provider in your area from the drop down menu to see exactly where that ISP's local stores are.

Provider Connection Types in Kensett, IA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Kensett, IA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
0.95%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
38.86%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
99.53%

Internet Providers in Kensett, 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
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Rise Broadband $45/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Mediacom $50/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
Winnebago Cooperative Telecom Association $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
GigFire $70/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 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 $80/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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