Best Sanborn Internet Service Providers
Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 4 choices for service in Sanborn, 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 Sanborn 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 |
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1 | Community Cable Television Agency of OBrien County | Cable, Fiber, wireless | 1000 Mbps | 1000 Mbps | 100.0% |
2 | Mutual (IA) | Fiber | 1000 Mbps | 200 Mbps | 100.0% |
3 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
4 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Sanborn 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
For most users, the average download speed of their internet service is more important than their upload speed. However, upload speed plays at least some role for all users.
Average upload speeds in Sanborn of 6.77 Mbps are faster than the OBrien County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Iowa.
Sanborn Internet Access Facts
The average download speed in Sanborn is 52.1% faster than the average in Iowa and 35.6% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 44.2% of the OBrien County population
The average internet download speed in Sanborn is 43.94 Mbps based upon 1080 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 100.0% of the Sanborn population
Fiber optic internet is available to 100.0% of Sanborn residents
There are 4 residential internet providers in Sanborn, IA providing service to at least 15% of the city
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 Sanborn 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 Community Cable Television Agency of OBrien County as the top provider for Sanborn, Iowa.
Who has the fastest internet service in Sanborn?
Community Cable Television Agency of OBrien County and Mutual (IA) with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in Sanborn.
What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Sanborn, Iowa?
The following zip codes were used: 51248
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 Sanborn internet service.
Speed | Devices | Typical Usage |
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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 Sanborn compare to other cities in Iowa?
Click through to see how the Sanborn broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Eldridge, Glenwood, Missouri Valley, Osage, Polk City, Princeton, Walcott
Is there fiber internet service near me?
Yes, there are fiber internet providers in Sanborn - Community Cable Television Agency of OBrien County and Mutual (IA).
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 Sanborn, Iowa?
Community Cable Television Agency of OBrien County and Mutual (IA) provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Sanborn.
Sanborn 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

Hulu Live TV
- 75+ channels
- Access to premium Hulu originals
- Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
- 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices

YouTube TV
- 85+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons

DIRECTV stream
- 140+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network and sports coverage
- Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app

fuboTV
- 180+ channels
- 1000 hours of cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages

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