Eagle Grove, Iowa Broadband Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 8 choices for service in Eagle Grove, 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 Eagle Grove 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%
2GoldfieldFiber100 Mbps100 Mbps76.1%
3Woolstock Mutual Telephone Assoc.DSL, wireless50 Mbps10 Mbps79.5%
4Rise Broadbandwireless25 Mbps5 Mbps67.2%
5LTD Broadbandwireless250 Mbps250 Mbps32.7%
6ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
7HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
8CenturyLinkDSL40 Mbps3 Mbps37.7%
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Eagle Grove 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

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Eagle Grove are compared to Wright County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Iowa overall?
Average download speeds in Eagle Grove of 27.2 Mbps are faster than the Wright County average download speeds and slower than the statewide average for Iowa.

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Eagle Grove Internet Access Facts

  • The average internet download speed in Wright County is 14.76 Mbps based upon 23952 samples taken in the past year

  • The average upload speed in Eagle Grove is 3.89 Mbps. This is 56.7% slower than the average in Iowa and 66.5% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • The average download speed in Eagle Grove is 84.3% faster than the Wright County average and 16% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • The average upload speed in Eagle Grove is 3.89 Mbps. This is 17.5% faster than the Wright County average and 66.5% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • Cable internet is available to 66.2% of Wright County residents

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 66.5% of Wright 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 Eagle Grove 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 Eagle Grove, Iowa.

How do the internet speeds in Eagle Grove compare to other cities in Iowa?

Click through to see how the Eagle Grove broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Albia, Burlington, Colfax, Huxley, Mitchellville, North Liberty, Shenandoah

What is Mbps?

Mbps is an abbreviation for Megabits Per Second and represents the rate of data transmission. A larger value for download Mbps or upload Mbps means a file will take less time to be sent than it will with an internet connection with a lower Mbps.

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 Eagle Grove, Iowa?

The following zip codes were used: 50533

Who has the fastest internet service in Eagle Grove?

Mediacom with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Eagle Grove.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there are 2 DSL providers in Eagle Grove - Woolstock Mutual Telephone Assoc. and CenturyLink.

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.




Eagle Grove 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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