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

Sidney, IA High Speed Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 5 choices for service in Sidney, 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 Sidney 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	Windstream	Cable, DSL, Fiber	200 Mbps	200 Mbps	99.6%
2	Future Technologies	wireless	25 Mbps	5 Mbps	100.0%
3	Rock Port	Cable, Fiber	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	99.4%
4	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Sidney 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 Sidney 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

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 Sidney of 2.45 Mbps are slower than the Fremont County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Iowa.

Sidney Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Sidney is 2.45 Mbps. This is 72.7% slower than the average in Iowa and 78.9% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Sidney is 32.7% slower than the Fremont County average and 65.5% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Sidney is 2.45 Mbps. This is 58.3% slower than the Fremont County average and 78.9% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 34.9% of Fremont County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 18.8% of Fremont County residents
The average internet download speed in Fremont County is 16.62 Mbps based upon 2792 samples taken in the past year

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 Sidney 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 Windstream as the top provider for Sidney, Iowa.

Who has the fastest internet service in Sidney?

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

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

The following zip codes were used: 51652

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 Sidney 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 Sidney compare to other cities in Iowa?

Click through to see how the Sidney broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Bettendorf, Knoxville, Manning, Pleasant Hill, Postville, Sioux Center, Traer

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there are fiber internet providers in Sidney - Windstream and Rock Port.

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 Sidney, Iowa?

Future Technologies provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Sidney.

Sidney 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.