Belle Plaine, IA High Speed Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 5 choices for service in Belle Plaine, IA that meet this minimum speed threshold. Of course, many households will find this minimum speed is not sufficient for their needs, especially if they often have multiple downloads occurring simultaneously.
We aim to help you find the best choice when shopping for high speed internet service in Belle Plaine by using our ranking algorithm that takes into consideration the upload speed, download speed, coverage area and overall value. A summary of our results is as follows:

Rank Provider Tech Max Download Speed Max Upload Speed Availability
1MediacomCable1000 Mbps50 Mbps99.2%
2WindstreamDSL200 Mbps200 Mbps96.3%
3LTD Broadbandwireless250 Mbps250 Mbps36.2%
4ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
5HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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Belle Plaine IA Internet Access Options

Studies have shown that the competition from having two or more broadband internet providers in a community leads to lower prices and better overall service.
The chart below graphs the segment of the population which has a choice of internet providers at four different ranges of download speeds.

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Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Belle Plaine compare to Benton County? The average speed in Belle Plaine is 43.15 Mbps which is faster than Benton County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the Iowa average of 28.88 Mbps.

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Belle Plaine Internet Access Facts

  • The average internet download speed in Benton County is 31.88 Mbps based upon 26536 samples taken in the past year

  • The average upload speed in Belle Plaine is 6.04 Mbps. This is 32.8% slower than the average in Iowa and 47.9% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • The average download speed in Belle Plaine is 35.4% faster than the Benton County average and 33.2% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • The average upload speed in Belle Plaine is 6.04 Mbps. This is 46.9% slower than the Benton County average and 47.9% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • Cable internet is available to 37.7% of Benton County residents

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 75.3% of Benton County residents

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Internet Access Technologies

DSL, Cable, Fiber and Fixed Wireless are four common types of technology used to provide internet access. The following chart shows the percentage of Belle Plaine residents who have access to each of these technology types.


Internet Service FAQs

Who has the best internet service near me?

Our proprietary algorithm that takes into consideration download speed, upload speed, availability and overall value ranks Mediacom as the top provider for Belle Plaine, Iowa.

How do the internet speeds in Belle Plaine compare to other cities in Iowa?

Click through to see how the Belle Plaine broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Algona, Altoona, Denver, Dunlap, Janesville, Madrid, Waukon

What download speed do I need to stream movies?

For HD movies and shows Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu all recommend a minimum of 5 Mbps. Streaming 4K/UHD content requires a minimum of 25 Mbps for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Belle Plaine, Iowa?

The following zip codes were used: 52208

Who has the fastest internet service in Belle Plaine?

Mediacom with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Belle Plaine.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Belle Plaine - Windstream.

What is an internet data cap?

Some internet providers on their lowest end plans limit the amount of data that can be downloaded in a month. Like cellular phone plans, when that usage limit is hit, an additional charge is added to the customer's bill. Data caps are typically 1TB or more. In a month you could send 40,000 emails, streaming music 24 hours a data, surf the web 24 hours a day plus stream HD video 12 hours a day and still not hit a 1TB limit. Fewer than 10% of customers hit their data caps in a month.

What is fixed wireless internet service?

Fixed wireless internet is typical used in rural areas where there are no buried telephone or cable lines. An antenna is attached to the home or business which transmits and receives data from access point towers. Download speeds are typically much better than with satellite.




Belle Plaine Cable TV, Satellite TV and Streaming Services

Our ranking of internet service plans can make choosing a new provider fairly easy. Selecting a TV provider is more difficult as additional variables are involved. If you are a heavy TV viewer and/or watch in multiple rooms at the same time, a traditional cable TV package or satellite TV provider may be the best option for you. However, if you live in a rental property or a heavily wooded area, satellite TV may not be a viable option. Streaming TV packages can be a good option for many, especially if your internet plan does not have a data limit. Read through the pros and cons of the various TV packages available to you and chose the best match to your viewing needs.


Mediacom

  • 170+ channels
  • TiVo integrated search
  • 3 video package tiers
  • Watch live TV or recordings from your mobile device with the Xtream TV app
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DISH

  • 290+ channels
  • Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
  • 4 video package tiers
  • Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
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Hulu Live TV

  • 75+ channels
  • Access to premium Hulu originals
  • Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
  • 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
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YouTube TV

  • 85+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
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DIRECTV stream

  • 140+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network and sports coverage
  • Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
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fuboTV

  • 180+ channels
  • 1000 hours of cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages
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