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Best Internet Providers in Polk City, IA

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Top 13 Internet Service Providers in Polk City, IA

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1. Quantum Fiber

23.8% Available
Download speeds up to:
8 Gbps Fiber
23.8% Available

2. CenturyLink

69.4% Available
Download speeds up to:
940 Mbps DSL, Fiber
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
69.4% Available

3. AT&T

42.7% Available
Download speeds up to:
225 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 60.00/mo *
42.7% Available

4. Mediacom

86.4% 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.
86.4% 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

93.4% Available
Download speeds from:
72 - 245 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
*With AutoPay, taxes and fees included.
93.4% Available

7. HughesNet

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

8. XNET WiFi

42.7% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 150 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 85.00/mo
42.7% Available

9. Metronet

15.6% Available
Download speeds up to:
5.12 Gbps Fiber
Prices Starting At 34.95/mo
15.6% Available

10. UScellular

95.5% Available
Download speeds up to:
25 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
*$60 without Auto Pay And Paperless Billing Discount
95.5% Available

11. Mi-Fiber

78.8% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps Fiber
Prices Starting At 59.95/mo
78.8% Available

12. Starlink

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

13. Verizon

16.2% Available
Download speeds up to:
50 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo
16.2% Available

Best Internet Providers in Polk City

If you're in Polk City, IA, you're in luck when it comes to internet choices. Let's dive into the options to find the one that's best for you.

Start with fiber internet, the top dog in internet speed and reliability. Quantum Fiber tops the list with blazing speeds up to 8 Gbps. Plus, Mi-Fiber is another solid choice with coverage of 78.8%, offering speeds up to 1 Gbps. Both are great picks for fiber in Polk City.

If fiber isn't your thing, cable is another strong option. Mediacom offers extensive coverage at 86.4% and speeds up to 1 Gbps. It's speedy and dependable, catering to a wide range of needs.

Want something wireless? Check out UScellular's fixed wireless with 95.5% coverage. It’s not as fast as fiber or cable but serves well in certain locations around the city.

Lastly, if you're considering DSL, CenturyLink has you covered. Their service reaches about 37.4% of the area, with download speeds up to 80 Mbps. It might not match fiber or cable in speed, but it's an option worth checking if it's available in your part of town.

With these choices, you’ve got plenty of solid options to keep you connected in Polk City!

Internet Provider Store Locations in Polk City

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Average download speed in Polk City:

96 Mbps

Based on 36 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Polk City

  1. Quantum Fiber - Fast download speeds in Polk City 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 Polk City
  6. T-Mobile Home Internet - 5g internet up to 245 Mbps
  7. HughesNet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL
  8. XNET WiFi - Fixed wireless up to 150 Mbps
  9. Metronet - Fiber up to 5120 Mbps
  10. UScellular - Fixed wireless up to 25 Mbps
  11. Mi-Fiber - Fiber up to 1000 Mbps
  12. Starlink - Widely available
  13. Verizon - 5g internet up to 50 Mbps

Fastest Internet Providers in Polk City

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 Polk City By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
CenturyLink DSL 100 Mbps 69%
Mediacom Cable 2 Gbps 86%
Metronet Fiber 5.12 Gbps 16%
Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps 4%
Windstream DSL 100 Mbps 2%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps 43%
UScellular Fixed Wireless 195 Mbps 96%
Mi-Fiber Fiber 1 Gbps 79%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 245 Mbps 93%
Verizon 5G Internet 300 Mbps 16%
Quantum Fiber Fiber 8 Gbps 24%
XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 225 Mbps 43%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 100 Mbps 93%
Mi-Fiber Fiber 1 Gbps 79%
CenturyLink DSL 80 Mbps 69%
Quantum Fiber Fiber 8 Gbps 24%
Metronet Fiber 5.12 Gbps 16%
Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless 50 Mbps 4%
UScellular Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 96%
Windstream DSL 50 Mbps 2%
CenturyLink Fiber 940 Mbps 1%
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps 16%
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps 43%

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Internet Availability by Connection Type in Polk City

Internet service providers in Polk City 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 - 88%
Cable - 42%
DSL - 42%

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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