Who is our top ranked provider in Mediapolis IA? [Updated]

Best Mediapolis Internet Service Providers

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 3 choices for service in Mediapolis, 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 Mediapolis 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
1	Mediapolis	Fiber	200 Mbps	50 Mbps	98.8%
2	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
3	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Mediapolis 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 Mediapolis have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

Broadband Internet Speeds

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Mediapolis are compared to Des Moines County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Iowa overall?
Average download speeds in Mediapolis of 26.08 Mbps are faster than the Des Moines County average download speeds and slower than the statewide average for Iowa.

Mediapolis Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Mediapolis is 11.8 Mbps. This is 49% faster than the Des Moines County average and 1.7% faster than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 79.4% of Des Moines County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 33.1% of Des Moines County residents
The average internet download speed in Des Moines County is 24.5 Mbps based upon 52264 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Mediapolis is 9.7% slower than the average in Iowa and 19.5% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average internet download speed in Mediapolis is 26.08 Mbps based upon 2040 measurements taken in the last 12 months

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 Mediapolis 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 Mediapolis as the top provider for Mediapolis, Iowa.

Who has the fastest internet service in Mediapolis?

Mediapolis with a download speed of 200 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Mediapolis.

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

The following zip codes were used: 52637

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 Mediapolis internet service.

Speed	Devices	Typical Usage
25+ Mbps	1-2 devices	Web browsing Music streaming HD video streaming
100+ Mbps	3-5 devices	Video conferencing 4K video streaming Online gaming
1000+ Mbps	6+ devices	Multiple video or 4K streams Zero latency gaming

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

Click through to see how the Mediapolis broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Boone, Chariton, Fort Madison, Knoxville, Ogden, Sumner, Walford

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Mediapolis - Mediapolis.

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 Mediapolis, Iowa?

Mediapolis provides broadband internet service to 98.8% of Mediapolis.

Mediapolis 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.