Best Hampton Internet Service Providers

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 7 choices for service in Hampton, 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 Hampton 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 Mbps99.4%
2LTD Broadbandwireless250 Mbps250 Mbps96.1%
3Router12 Networkswireless100 Mbps20 Mbps100.0%
4RockwellFiber25 Mbps1 Mbps53.5%
5ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
6HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
7Woolstock Mutual Telephone Assoc.DSL, wireless50 Mbps10 Mbps26.9%
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Hampton IA Internet Access Options

More internet service competition in a city encourages providers to continue to build out and improve their network in addition to keeping prices fair.
The following represents the percentage of population in Hampton which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:

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Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Hampton compare to Franklin County? The average speed in Hampton is 19.77 Mbps which is faster than Franklin County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the Iowa average of 28.88 Mbps.

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Hampton Internet Access Facts

  • The average upload speed in Hampton is 4.53 Mbps. This is 49.6% slower than the average in Iowa and 60.9% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • The average download speed in Hampton is 30.5% faster than the Franklin County average and 39% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • The average upload speed in Hampton is 4.53 Mbps. This is 30.5% faster than the Franklin County average and 60.9% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • Cable internet is available to 52.3% of Franklin County residents

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 42.7% of Franklin County residents

  • The average internet download speed in Franklin County is 15.15 Mbps based upon 50064 samples taken in the past year

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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 Hampton 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 Hampton, Iowa.

Who has the fastest internet service in Hampton?

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

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

The following zip codes were used: 50441

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

Click through to see how the Hampton broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Clinton, Monticello, Sergeant Bluff, Sumner, Vinton, Webster City, Wilton

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.

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

Router12 Networks provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Hampton.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 7 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Hampton, IA residents.

What is cable internet service?

Cable internet service streams data through the same coaxial cables used for cable television. In nearly all instances cable internet will be faster than DSL. Cable internet is available to nearly 90% of Americans but does not have as much coverage in remote areas as DSL.

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.




Hampton 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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