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Best Internet Providers in Altoona, IA

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Top 14 Internet Service Providers in Altoona, IA

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1. Quantum Fiber

22.5% Available
Download speeds up to:
8 Gbps Fiber
22.5% Available

2. CenturyLink

76.5% Available
Download speeds up to:
940 Mbps DSL, Fiber
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
76.5% Available

3. AT&T

37.1% Available
Download speeds up to:
225 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 60.00/mo *
37.1% Available

4. Mediacom

91.4% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps Cable
Prices Starting At 19.99/mo *
*Plus installation, activation, modem rental, taxes & fees. Advertised price includes a $10/mo credit for autopay & paperless billing.
91.4% Available

5. Viasat

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
150 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 119.99/mo
100% Available

6. T-Mobile Home Internet

23.3% Available
Download speeds from:
72 - 245 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
*With AutoPay, taxes and fees included.
23.3% Available

7. Rise Broadband

93.1% Available
Download speeds up to:
50 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 55.00/mo
93.1% Available

8. HughesNet

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 49.99/mo
100% Available

9. XNET WiFi

37.1% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 150 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 85.00/mo
37.1% Available

10. Metronet

65.5% Available
Download speeds up to:
5.12 Gbps Fiber
Prices Starting At 34.95/mo
65.5% Available

11. UScellular

94.6% Available
Download speeds up to:
25 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
*$60 without Auto Pay And Paperless Billing Discount
94.6% Available

12. Mi-Fiber

12.4% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps Fiber
Prices Starting At 59.95/mo
12.4% Available

13. Starlink

100% Available
Download speeds from:
50 - 220 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 120.00/mo
100% Available

14. Verizon

11.1% Available
Download speeds up to:
50 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo
11.1% Available

Best Internet Providers in Altoona

If you're shopping for the best internet in Altoona, IA, fiber internet is your top choice. With reliable and fast speeds, fiber is ideal for everything from streaming movies in high definition to online gaming. In Altoona, Metronet offers an excellent fiber service, covering 65.5% of the area with speeds up to 5.12 Gbps starting at an affordable $34.95 per month. Quantum Fiber is another strong contender, providing impressive speeds up to 8 Gbps, although its coverage is more limited at 24.1%.

For those in neighborhoods where fiber is less available, cable internet is a solid alternative. Mediacom covers a vast 91.4% of Altoona, offering high-speed internet up to 1 Gbps at competitive starting prices of $19.99 per month. This makes it a practical option for most residents, ensuring you get good speeds for various online activities without breaking the bank.

If neither fiber nor cable suits your specific needs, consider DSL as a reliable fallback. CenturyLink provides DSL internet to 61.4% of Altoona with speeds up to 80 Mbps, which can be sufficient for browsing, streaming, and light online gaming, starting at $55 per month. With these options available, you should be able to find a service that fits both your needs and your budget as you explore Altoona's vibrant communities and landmarks.

Internet Provider Store Locations in Altoona

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Average download speed in Altoona:

34 Mbps

Based on 152 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Altoona

  1. Quantum Fiber - Fast download speeds in Altoona and most Fiber availability
  2. CenturyLink - Most DSL availability
  3. AT&T - 5g internet up to 225 Mbps
  4. Mediacom - Most Cable availability
  5. Viasat - Most internet coverage in Altoona
  6. T-Mobile Home Internet - 5g internet up to 245 Mbps
  7. Rise Broadband - Fixed wireless up to 50 Mbps
  8. HughesNet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL
  9. XNET WiFi - Fixed wireless up to 150 Mbps
  10. Metronet - Fiber up to 5120 Mbps
  11. UScellular - Fixed wireless up to 25 Mbps
  12. Mi-Fiber - Fiber up to 1000 Mbps
  13. Starlink - Widely available
  14. Verizon - 5g internet up to 50 Mbps

Fastest Internet Providers in Altoona

How Much Speed Do I Need?

25+ Mbps

  • Web Surfing & Email
  • HD Streaming
  • Supports 1-2 Devices
  • Ideal for 1-2 people

100+ Mbps

  • Ultra HD (4K) Streaming
  • Low Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports 3-5 Devices
  • Ideal for 2-6 people

1 Gig

  • Multi 4K HD Streaming
  • No Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports more than 5 Devices
  • Ideal for 6+ people

An Overview of Internet Providers in Altoona By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
CenturyLink DSL 100 Mbps 77%
Mediacom Cable 2 Gbps 91%
Metronet Fiber 5.12 Gbps 66%
Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps 93%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps 37%
UScellular Fixed Wireless 195 Mbps 95%
Mi-Fiber Fiber 1 Gbps 12%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 245 Mbps 23%
Verizon 5G Internet 300 Mbps 11%
Quantum Fiber Fiber 8 Gbps 23%
XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 225 Mbps 37%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless 50 Mbps 93%
CenturyLink DSL 80 Mbps 77%
Metronet Fiber 5.12 Gbps 66%
Quantum Fiber Fiber 8 Gbps 23%
Mi-Fiber Fiber 1 Gbps 12%
UScellular Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 95%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 100 Mbps 23%
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps 11%
CenturyLink Fiber 940 Mbps 1%
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps 37%

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Internet Availability by Connection Type in Altoona

Internet service providers in Altoona use different methods for connecting their customers to the web. Connection types matter, so choose wisely. Fiber is generally the fastest and most reliable option, followed by cable, DSL and 5G home internet.

Fiber - 93%
Cable - 63%
DSL - 63%

What is Mbps?

Mbps is the abbreviation for megabits per second, and it also appears written as Mbits/sec. Internet providers use megabits per second to measure speeds. Broadband speeds are 25 Mbps or faster. Learn more about Mbps.

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