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Best Internet Providers in Waterloo, IA

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Top 12 Internet Service Providers in Waterloo, IA

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1. CenturyLink

27% Available
Download speeds up to:
940 Mbps DSL, Fiber
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
27% Available

2. Mediacom

95.7% 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.
95.7% Available

3. Viasat

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

4. T-Mobile Home Internet

31.9% Available
Download speeds from:
72 - 245 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 60.00/mo *
*With AutoPay, taxes and fees included.
31.9% Available

5. Rise Broadband

66.8% Available
Download speeds up to:
50 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 55.00/mo
66.8% Available

6. HughesNet

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

7. Metronet

35.8% Available
Download speeds up to:
5.12 Gbps Fiber
Prices Starting At 34.95/mo
35.8% Available

8. Nextlink Internet

69% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo
69% Available

9. UScellular

93.3% Available
Download speeds up to:
25 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
*$60 without Auto Pay And Paperless Billing Discount
93.3% Available

10. Starlink

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

11. Verizon

32.9% Available
Download speeds up to:
50 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo
32.9% Available

12. Always ON

84.2% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 150 Mbps Fixed Wireless
84.2% Available

Best Internet Providers in Waterloo

Ah, Waterloo, IA—where the internet options are as vast as the cornfields! If you’re in the market for the best internet service, buckle up because we’re about to speed through the choices like a fiber optic cable—or close to it.

First up, let’s talk fiber internet. It's the crème de la crème of connectivity, and in Waterloo, Metronet is the knight in shining armor with a coverage of 35.8%—which might just be more coverage than your favorite cozy blanket. Offering lightning-fast speeds up to 5.12 Gbps, it’s faster than your grandma’s stories about the good ol' days!

But wait, there's more! Don’t count out cable internet just yet. Mediacom is your go-to provider here, covering a whopping 95.7% of the city. With download speeds reaching up to 1 Gbps and prices starting at a wallet-friendly $19.99, Mediacom is the internet equivalent of a comfy pair of slippers—reliable and totally worth it.

Now, for those of you who appreciate the wireless wonders of the world, consider checking out Verizon’s 5G internet. Offering 40.3% coverage in the area, it’s like having the magic of the internet right in your pocket. Plus, with prices starting at $50, it’s an airborne bargain!

For the more vintage internet aficionados who love the romance of twisted pairs, there's DSL. CenturyLink offers this classic connection, providing coverage for 27% of Waterloo with speeds up to 80 Mbps. It’s suitable for those who love a bit of internet nostalgia without cranking up the ol’ dial-up modem.

So there you have it—your guide to surfing the web in Waterloo, IA, faster than a tractor on turbo mode. Choose wisely, and may your internet be ever speedy!

Internet Provider Store Locations in Waterloo

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Average download speed in Waterloo:

48 Mbps

Based on 2,500 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Waterloo

  1. CenturyLink - Most Fiber availability and most DSL availability
  2. Mediacom - Most Cable availability
  3. Viasat - Most internet coverage in Waterloo
  4. T-Mobile Home Internet - 5g internet up to 245 Mbps
  5. Rise Broadband - Fixed wireless up to 50 Mbps
  6. HughesNet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL
  7. Metronet - Fast download speeds in Waterloo
  8. Nextlink Internet - Fixed wireless up to 100 Mbps
  9. UScellular - Fixed wireless up to 25 Mbps
  10. Starlink - Widely available
  11. Verizon - 5g internet up to 50 Mbps
  12. Always ON - Fixed wireless up to 150 Mbps

Fastest Internet Providers in Waterloo

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 Waterloo By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
CenturyLink DSL 100 Mbps 27%
Mediacom Cable 2 Gbps 96%
Metronet Fiber 5.12 Gbps 36%
Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps 67%
Nextlink Internet Fixed Wireless 500 Mbps 69%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
UScellular Fixed Wireless 195 Mbps 93%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 245 Mbps 32%
Verizon 5G Internet 300 Mbps 33%
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 84%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
Nextlink Internet Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps 69%
Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless 50 Mbps 67%
Metronet Fiber 5.12 Gbps 36%
CenturyLink DSL 80 Mbps 27%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 100 Mbps 32%
UScellular Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 93%
Quantum Fiber Fiber 8 Gbps 1%
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps 33%

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Internet Availability by Connection Type in Waterloo

Internet service providers in Waterloo 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 - 96%
Cable - 25%
DSL - 25%

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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Free Wireless Internet Access in Waterloo, IA

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314 East 6th Street
Waterloo, IA 50704
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1990 Heath St
Waterloo, IA 50703
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405 Chestnut Street Po Box 4120
Waterloo, IA 50704
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316 E. 5th St.
Waterloo, IA 50703
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316 E 5th St Ste 211
Waterloo, IA 50703
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715 Mulberry St
Waterloo, IA 50703
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722 Water St- Ste 201
Waterloo, IA 50703
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1501 E Orange Road
Waterloo, IA 50701
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2101 Kimball Avenue Suite 320
Waterloo, IA 50702
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1407 Independence Ave
Waterloo, IA 50704

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