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Best Internet Providers in Riverside, IA

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Top 11 Internet Service Providers in Riverside, IA

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1. Mediacom

32.7% 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.
32.7% Available

2. Viasat

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
150 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 99.99/mo
100% Available

3. T-Mobile Home Internet

32.1% Available
Download speeds from:
72 - 245 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 60.00/mo *
*With AutoPay, taxes and fees included.
32.1% Available

4. EarthLink

23.7% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 39.95/mo
23.7% Available

5. HughesNet

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

6. Windstream

65.5% Available
Download speeds up to:
50 Mbps DSL
Prices Starting At 40.00/mo
65.5% Available

7. Kalona Cooperative Telephone Company

29.7% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps Fiber
Prices Starting At 69.99/mo
29.7% Available

8. STC

81% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps Fiber
Prices Starting At 75.00/mo
81% Available

9. UScellular

80% Available
Download speeds up to:
25 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
*$60 without Auto Pay And Paperless Billing Discount
80% Available

10. Starlink

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

11. Always ON

68.3% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 150 Mbps Fixed Wireless
68.3% Available

Best Internet Providers in Riverside

When searching for the best internet in Riverside, IA, your first option should be fiber internet, known for its speed and reliability. In Riverside, both the Sharon Company Company and Kalona Cooperative Telephone Company offer fiber services. Sharon Company Company covers 81% of the area with speeds up to 1 Gbps, making it an excellent choice for those living anywhere from downtown Riverside to the outskirts near the Riverside Casino & Golf Resort. Kalona Cooperative Telephone Company is another great option, covering 29.7% of the area, also with speeds up to 1 Gbps.

If fiber isn’t available in your neighborhood, cable internet is the next best choice, providing high-speed access suitable for streaming and gaming. Mediacom is the primary cable provider here, offering up to 1 Gbps speeds and covering 32.7% of Riverside. Mediacom's affordable starting price of $19.99 per month makes it a practical choice for residents living near places like the Highland High School or along 1st Street.

For those located in areas where wired connections might be lacking, EarthLink 5G Home Internet offers a solid wireless option. Although its coverage is at 23.7%, it can provide up to 100 Mbps, perfect for Riverside residents who frequent the Riverside History Center and Museum.

Lastly, if DSL is your preference, Kinetic by Windstream covers 65.5% of Riverside and offers download speeds of up to 50 Mbps. It's a viable choice for residents near the Riverside Depot and throughout much of the surrounding residential areas.

Internet Provider Store Locations in Riverside

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Average download speed in Riverside:

1 Mbps

Based on 30 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Riverside

  1. Mediacom - Fast download speeds in Riverside and most Cable availability
  2. Viasat - Most internet coverage in Riverside
  3. T-Mobile Home Internet - 5g internet up to 245 Mbps
  4. EarthLink - 5g internet up to 100 Mbps
  5. HughesNet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL
  6. Windstream - Most DSL availability
  7. Kalona Cooperative Telephone Company - Fast speeds and most Fiber availability
  8. STC - Fast downloading
  9. UScellular - Fixed wireless up to 25 Mbps
  10. Starlink - Widely available
  11. Always ON - Fixed wireless up to 150 Mbps

Fastest Internet Providers in Riverside

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 Riverside By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
Cloudburst 9 Fixed Wireless 50 Mbps 5%
Kalona Cooperative Telephone Company Fiber 1 Gbps 30%
Mediacom Cable 2 Gbps 33%
Windstream DSL 100 Mbps 66%
STC Fiber 1 Gbps 81%
Nextlink Internet Fixed Wireless 500 Mbps 8%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
UScellular Fixed Wireless 195 Mbps 80%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 245 Mbps 32%
Verizon 5G Internet 300 Mbps 6%
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps 24%
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 68%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
STC Fiber 1 Gbps 81%
Windstream DSL 50 Mbps 66%
Kalona Cooperative Telephone Company Fiber 1 Gbps 30%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 100 Mbps 32%
UScellular Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 80%
Nextlink Internet Fixed Wireless 500 Mbps 8%
Cloudburst 9 Fixed Wireless 10 Mbps 5%

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Internet Availability by Connection Type in Riverside

Internet service providers in Riverside 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 - 32%
Cable - 66%
DSL - 66%

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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