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Internet providers in Des Moines, IA

T-Mobile Home Internet
55% available in Des Moines
Connection:
5G Home
Download speeds up to
245Mbps

For a limited time, get a FREE 40-inch Smart TV when you sign up for T-Mobile 5G Home Internet online or $150 back. Terms apply.

Google Fiber
70% available in Des Moines
Connection:
Fiber
Download speeds up to
8000Mbps

Free installation. Mesh Wi-Fi included. No Contracts.

Verizon Home Internet
26% available in Des Moines
Connection:
5G Home
Download speeds up to
300Mbps

User Rating(18)
Quantum Fiber
29% available in Des Moines
Connection:
Fiber
Download speeds up to
2000Mbps
Mediacom
99% available in Des Moines
Connection:
Cable
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps

Limited time offer: $100 credit on all internet packages. See terms for more info.

Rise Broadband
94% available in Des Moines
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
100Mbps

User Rating(76)
Hughesnet
99% available in Des Moines
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
100Mbps

User Rating(425)

Free Professional Installation. Save $25/month for 12 months! Offer may vary by geographic area. Terms apply.

Viasat
99% available in Des Moines
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
150Mbps
Starlink
99% available in Des Moines
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
220Mbps

User Rating(183)
Nextlink Internet
14% available in Des Moines
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
100Mbps
NexGen Communications
57% available in Des Moines
Connection:
Fiber
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
MVTV Wireless Internet
50% available in Des Moines
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
50Mbps
Mediacom
99% available in Des Moines
Connection:
Cable
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps

Limited time offer: $100 credit on all internet packages. See terms for more info.

Rise Broadband
94% available in Des Moines
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
100Mbps

User Rating(76)
Hughesnet
99% available in Des Moines
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
100Mbps

User Rating(425)

Free Professional Installation. Save $25/month for 12 months! Offer may vary by geographic area. Terms apply.

Viasat
99% available in Des Moines
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
150Mbps
Nextlink Internet
14% available in Des Moines
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
100Mbps
NexGen Communications
57% available in Des Moines
Connection:
Fiber
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
MVTV Wireless Internet
50% available in Des Moines
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
50Mbps
Ooma
50% available in Des Moines
Ooma
Connection:
Wireless LTE
Download speeds up to
100Mbps
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Zayo Group
23% available in Des Moines
Connection:
DSL, Fiber, Fixed Wireless & Other Copper Wireline
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
Mint
Available in Des Moines
Connection:
Mobile
Mint
4GLTE Speeds may vary

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Available in Des Moines
Connection:
Mobile
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4GLTE Speeds may vary

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AT&T Wireless
27% available in Des Moines
Connection:
Mobile
AT&T Wireless
4GLTE Speeds may vary

User Rating
Verizon Wireless
27% available in Des Moines
Connection:
Mobile
Verizon Wireless
4GLTE Speeds may vary

User Rating

What’s a good internet speed?

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0–5 Mbps

Works for:

  • Checking email
  • Streaming music on one device
  • Searching on Google

5–40 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming video on one device
  • Video calling with Skype or FaceTime
  • Online gaming for one player

40–100 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming HD video on a few devices
  • Multiplayer online gaming
  • Downloading large files

100–500 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming video in UHD on multiple screens
  • Downloading files quickly
  • Gaming online for multiple players

500–1,000+ Mbps

Works for:

  • Doing a lot of almost anything

Internet in Des Moines

Moving towns or switching internet providers can be confusing and stressful. Comparing internet providers against the averages in the Des Moines area can help you choose the right internet and get back to your life.

Average starting price
$262.17/mo

Average speed
149.5 Mbps

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Des Moines Residential Internet Coverage

One of the largest cities in the Midwest, Des Moines is a huge gathering hub for the businesses, residents, and visitors of Iowa. Consistent internet is a key priority for many of the people who live and work in this bustling metropolis. Cable, fiber, DSL, and satellite options are available.

Centurylink Prism has come out as a major fiber internet provider throughout the Midwest. Several key parts of Des Moines fall within their service area, including most areas north of the McKinley School Neighborhood. Some southern areas are covered, including Bloomfield-Allen and Jordan Park. Service stops short of several centrally located neighborhoods, including East Village and Capitol Park.

DSL provider CenturyLink has a consistent coverage area that reaches all of Des Moines, spreading into bordering cities and suburbs.

Through Windstream, residents on the outer fringes of Des Moines access high-speed internet. Some of the neighborhoods within this service area are the southmost point of Greater South Side, Union Park, Fairmont Park, and Douglas Acres.

Mediacom's service map mirrors that of Centurylink, spanning northern neighborhoods like Meredith and Highland Park. The service map extends beyond southern neighborhoods like Southwestern Hills, South Park, and Magnolia Hills. From west to east, service stretches from Waterbury and Waveland Woods to Gray's Woods and Laurel Hill.

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Data based on internet speed tests performed in Des Moines

Average download speed
149.51 Mbps

Average upload speed
65.51 Mbps

Average latency (ping)
30.17 ms

Average jitter
7.34 ms

 

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Summary of Des Moines internet providers

Availability and speeds displayed are not guaranteed and are subject to change.

Technology Type

DSL:

DSL provides internet service via phone cables and is up to ten times faster than dial-up service.

Cable:

Cable provides internet speeds faster than DSL through the same cables used for cable TV.

Satellite:

Satellite internet is widely available, but offers slower speeds due to a far-traveling signal.

Fiber:

Fiber relies on glass strands to relay digital code and is much faster than both DSL and cable.

Customer reviews of internet providers in Des Moines

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on internet providers in Des Moines.

CenturyLink

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Reing M | 02-20-2023

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Slowest wifi ever cant even play a video game without having a bunch of ping strikes horrible speed

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CenturyLink

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Sherry B | 02-24-2021

They are always improving services

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CenturyLink

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Reing M | 02-20-2023

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Slowest wifi ever cant even play a video game without having a bunch of ping strikes horrible speed

Was this review helpful? Yes 7 No 1

CenturyLink

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Sherry B | 02-24-2021

They are always improving services

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