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Best Internet Providers in Columbia, IA

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Top 6 Internet Service Providers in Columbia, IA

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1. Viasat

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
150 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 129.99/mo
100% Available

2. HughesNet

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

3. Windstream

72.9% Available
Download speeds up to:
50 Mbps DSL
Prices Starting At 40.00/mo
72.9% Available

4. UScellular

64.6% Available
Download speeds up to:
25 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
*$60 without Auto Pay And Paperless Billing Discount
64.6% Available

5. Starlink

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

6. Always ON

56.6% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 150 Mbps Fixed Wireless
56.6% Available

Best Internet Providers in Columbia

Looking for internet in Columbia, IA? There are no cable or fiber options here, but don't worry! We've got some great choices.

If you're thinking about going wireless, UScellular might be your go-to with its fixed wireless service covering 64.6% of the area. If 25 Mbps speed suits your needs, it starts at $50 a month.

Feeling adventurous with satellite? Starlink swoops in as the fastest provider with a blasting 220 Mbps available all over town, but it's a bit pricier at $120 per month. If you're looking for something more budget-friendly with satellite, Hughesnet is also available everywhere with plans starting at just $49.99 for speeds up to 100 Mbps.

Don't forget Kinetic by Windstream for DSL. It covers a solid 72.9% of Columbia, offering up to 50 Mbps. It's quite affordable, starting at $40 per month.

So, whether you're streaming, surfing, or gaming, there's an option here in Columbia!

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Average download speed in Columbia:

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Best Internet Provider in Columbia

  1. Viasat - Fast download speeds in Columbia and most internet coverage
  2. HughesNet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL
  3. Windstream - Most DSL availability
  4. UScellular - Fixed wireless up to 25 Mbps
  5. Starlink - Fast speeds and widely available
  6. Always ON - Fast downloading

Fastest Internet Providers in Columbia

  • Viasat - Fast up to 150 Mbps
  • Starlink - Fast up to 220 Mbps
  • Always ON - Fast up to 150 Mbps

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 Columbia By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
Windstream DSL 100 Mbps 73%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
UScellular Fixed Wireless 195 Mbps 65%
Lockridge Networks Fixed Wireless 50 Mbps 4%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 245 Mbps 1%
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 57%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
Windstream DSL 50 Mbps 73%
UScellular Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 65%
Lockridge Networks Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 4%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 100 Mbps 1%

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Internet Availability by Connection Type in Columbia

Internet service providers in Columbia 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 - 76%
Cable - 76%
DSL - 76%

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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