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

Best Shell Rock Internet Service Providers

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 5 choices for service in Shell Rock, 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 Shell Rock 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	Mediacom	Cable	1000 Mbps	50 Mbps	99.3%
2	Butler-Bremer Mutual	Fiber	200 Mbps	200 Mbps	97.6%
3	LTD Broadband	wireless	250 Mbps	250 Mbps	75.7%
4	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Shell Rock 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 Shell Rock of 34.28 Mbps are faster than the Butler County upload speeds and faster than the statewide average for Iowa.

Shell Rock Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Shell Rock is 34.28 Mbps. This is 349.9% faster than the Butler County average and 195.5% faster than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 44.9% of Butler County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 68.1% of Butler County residents
The average internet download speed in Butler County is 17.2 Mbps based upon 8088 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Shell Rock is 39.4% faster than the average in Iowa and 24.3% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average internet download speed in Shell Rock is 40.26 Mbps based upon 2032 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 Shell Rock 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 Shell Rock, Iowa.

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

The following zip codes were used: 50670

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

Click through to see how the Shell Rock broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Manning, Princeton, Saylorville, Sigourney, Sumner, Van Meter, Walcott

Who has the fastest internet service in Shell Rock?

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

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Unlikely. Our records indicate there are no DSL providers that offer coverage to more than 15% of residents in Shell Rock, Iowa.

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.

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.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 5 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Shell Rock, IA residents.

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.

Shell Rock 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.