Coon Rapids, Iowa Broadband Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 5 choices for service in Coon Rapids, 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 Coon Rapids 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
1Coon Rapids Municipal UtilitiesFiber1000 Mbps500 Mbps97.9%
2WindstreamCable, DSL200 Mbps200 Mbps100.0%
3Future Technologieswireless25 Mbps5 Mbps100.0%
4ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
5HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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Coon Rapids IA Internet Access Options

When it comes to high speed internet availability, download speeds and overall customer satisfaction, cities with more than a single provider more often than not lead in all of these categories.
Does Coon Rapids have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

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Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Coon Rapids compare to Carroll County? The average speed in Coon Rapids is 24.14 Mbps which is faster than Carroll County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the Iowa average of 28.88 Mbps.

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Coon Rapids Internet Access Facts

  • The average internet download speed in Coon Rapids is 24.14 Mbps based upon 1376 measurements taken in the last 12 months

  • Cable internet is available to 7.7% of the Coon Rapids population

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 97.9% of Coon Rapids residents

  • There are 5 residential internet providers in Coon Rapids, IA providing service to at least 15% of the city

  • The average download speed in Coon Rapids is 14.4% faster than the Carroll County average and 25.5% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • Cable internet is available to 63.2% of Carroll 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 Coon Rapids 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 Coon Rapids Municipal Utilities as the top provider for Coon Rapids, Iowa.

Who has the fastest internet service in Coon Rapids?

Coon Rapids Municipal Utilities with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Coon Rapids.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Coon Rapids, Iowa?

The following zip codes were used: 50058

What is fiber internet service?

Fiber internet service transmits data by sending pulses of light over thin glass fiber optic cable. In most cases fiber internet service download speeds will be faster than cable or DSL, however, fiber service is limited with less than half of Americans living in an area with fiber coverage.

What internet download speed do I need?

Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Coon Rapids internet service.

Speed Devices Typical Usage
25+ Mbps1-2 devicesWeb browsing
Music streaming
HD video streaming
100+ Mbps3-5 devicesVideo conferencing
4K video streaming
Online gaming
1000+ Mbps6+ devicesMultiple video or 4K streams
Zero latency gaming

How do the internet speeds in Coon Rapids compare to other cities in Iowa?

Click through to see how the Coon Rapids broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Hawarden, Lansing, Maquoketa, Rockwell City, St Ansgar, Wilton, Winfield

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Coon Rapids - Coon Rapids Municipal Utilities.

What is DSL internet service?

DSL provides internet service via phone lines but at speeds typically 100x or more than old fashioned dial-up service over those same phone lines. Download speeds are typically slower than cable, but DSL is more likely to be available in a remote location than cable.

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Coon Rapids, Iowa?

Windstream and Future Technologies provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Coon Rapids.




Coon Rapids 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.


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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Sling

  • 50+ channels
  • 50 hours of DVR storage
  • No annual contracts
  • Up to 4 simultaneous streams across a wide variety of devices
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