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

Montezuma, IA High Speed Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 4 choices for service in Montezuma, 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 Montezuma 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	Mahaska Communication Group	Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	63.4%
2	Windstream	Cable, DSL, Fiber	300 Mbps	300 Mbps	100.0%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Montezuma 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.

Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Montezuma compare to Poweshiek County? The average speed in Montezuma is 24.71 Mbps which is faster than Poweshiek County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the Iowa average of 28.88 Mbps.

Montezuma Internet Access Facts

DSL internet is available to 67.5% of the Poweshiek County population
The average internet download speed in Montezuma is 24.71 Mbps based upon 2384 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 89.4% of the Montezuma population
Fiber optic internet is available to 99.7% of Montezuma residents
There are 4 residential internet providers in Montezuma, IA providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Montezuma is 24.8% faster than the Poweshiek County average and 23.7% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

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 Montezuma 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 Mahaska Communication Group as the top provider for Montezuma, Iowa.

Who has the fastest internet service in Montezuma?

Mahaska Communication Group with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Montezuma.

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

The following zip codes were used: 50171

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 Montezuma 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 Montezuma compare to other cities in Iowa?

Click through to see how the Montezuma broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Ankeny, Corning, Montezuma, Prairie City, Springville, St Ansgar, Webster City

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there are fiber internet providers in Montezuma - Mahaska Communication Group and Windstream.

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 Montezuma, Iowa?

Windstream provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Montezuma.

Montezuma 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.