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Internet Providers in Grinnell, Iowa

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Home Internet in Grinnell, IA

  • 1. Kinetic by Windstream
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 90.2%
    Grinnell speed tests confirm high speeds for Kinetic by Windstream
  • 2. Mediacom
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 72.7%
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    72 - 245 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 86.4%
  • 5. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 69.1%
  • 6. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 7. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 86.4%
  • 8. Mahaska Communication Group
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 73.7%
  • 9. Nextlink Internet
    Speeds Up To
    400 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 88.8%
  • 10. UScellular
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 86.8%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Always ON
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 74.9%

Best Internet Providers in Grinnell, IA

Kinetic by Windstream provides both DSL and fiber internet in Grinnell, Iowa, covering 90.20% of the city. It offers impressive download speeds up to 1 Gbps, starting at $39.99 per month. This makes it a compelling choice, particularly for those with access to its fiber network. With 89% of residents able to access DSL and 73% fiber, Kinetic’s broad coverage and speed are highly beneficial.

Across Grinnell, Viasat Internet provides 100% coverage through satellite connections. Although its maximum download speed of 150 Mbps is lower, Viasat ensures connectivity even in the most remote areas. However, the starting price of $99.99 per month may deter some. Meanwhile, EarthLink 5G Home Internet covers 69.10% of Grinnell. It offers speeds up to 100 Mbps for $39.95 per month, creating a balanced option for those within its reach.

Grinnell enjoys a diverse range of internet options, including fixed wireless and satellite services, ensuring robust connectivity for its residents.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • UScellular
  • Always ON
86.83999999999999%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • EarthLink
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Nextlink Internet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Kinetic by Windstream
  • Mediacom
  • Mahaska Communication Group
90.16999999999999%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Grinnell, IA

Provider Connection Types in Grinnell, IA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Grinnell, IA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
89.29%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
73.32%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
77.72%

List of Internet Providers in Grinnell, IA

Provider Type Top Speed
Kinetic by Windstream DSL, Fiber 1 Gbps
Mediacom Cable 1 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
T-Mobile 5G Internet 245 Mbps
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps
Mahaska Communication Group Fiber 2 Gbps
Nextlink Internet Fixed Wireless 400 Mbps
UScellular Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps

Internet Providers in Grinnell, IA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Kinetic by Windstream $24.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, Fiber
Mediacom $19.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 245 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
EarthLink 5G Home Internet $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Mahaska Communication Group $59.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Nextlink Internet $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 400 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
UScellular $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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