Internet Providers in Davenport, IA

Over 1,520 people in Davenport found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

38% availability
EarthLink Fiber logo

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

Limited-Time Fibermaxx Offer: Lock in Fiber 1 Gig for $39.95/mo

#2

CenturyLink

69.83% availability
CenturyLink logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

140 Mbps

User Review:

(2639)

Unlimited, Uncomplicated, Unbundled

#3

Windstream

0.12% availability
Windstream logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / DSL / Phone
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2717)

Windstream offers two great high-speed Internet plans that will support all of your online activities.

#4

Quantum Fiber

75.12% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

940 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

Fast Fiber internet for home or business

#5

Earthlink 5G Home Internet

86.1% availability

Connection Types:

Fixed Wireless / Mobile
Speed up to:

425 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

No credit checks - No contracts

#6

Viasat

70.73% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

#7

Mediacom

74.12% availability

Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2679)

Mediacom has a variety of internet plans that can accommodate the needs of each household member and any household.

#8

MetroNet

84.11% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2845)

MetroNet offers a 100% fiber optic network that gets delivered directly to your home to ensure the fastest speeds.

#9

HughesNet

74.62% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

100 Mbps

User Review:

(2869)

*24-month commitment and early service termination fees apply. Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACH enrollment. Offer may vary by geographic area.

Unlimited Data – With no hard data limits, if you use the data in your plan, speeds will reduce.

Television Only Providers in Davenport, IA

#1Dish Network

  • DISH is ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power for the third year in a row.
  • 2-Year TV Price Guarantee.
  • Free Google Voice Remote and Smart DVR Included.
  • Record up to 16 shows at once.
  • 80,000 On Demand Titles.
  • FREE Standard Professional Installation from a trusted, local expert.
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

#2DIRECTV

  • Best entertainement options for any sports fan over Cable TV, including NFL Sunday Ticket!
  • Includes local channels
  • HBO, Showtime, Starz, Cinemax free for first 3 months
  • Free upgrade to Genie HD-DVR
  • Free professional installation in up to 4 rooms
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

Best Internet Providers in Davenport

EarthLink Fiber's fiber can give you the best combination of price and performance in Davenport, it it is available at your address. Fiber internet is the top choice for consistency and speed, making it ideal for remote work and for households with many users and devices. Plans start at 100 Mbps, with pricing ranging between $39.95 and $99/mo.

Windstream cable internet is the next-best option in Davenport for fast downloads and broad availability, if fiber is not available. Speeds can reach up to 2 Gbps, and pricing often starts around $39.99/mo.

CenturyLink 5G home internet can be an easy setup with predictable pricing, and is worth considering in Davenport. Plans start around $39.95/mo, with typical speeds around 5 Mbps-450 Mbps depending on your location and signal.


What is the fastest internet provider in Davenport?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Davenport, IA, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 38% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps38.00%
WindstreamFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps0.12%
MetroNetFiber1 Gbps250 Mbps84.11%
Quantum FiberFiber940 Mbps940 Mbps75.12%
Earthlink 5G Home InternetFixed Wireless / Mobile425 Mbps15 Mbps86.10%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps70.73%
MediacomCable / Television / Phone150 Mbps20 Mbps74.12%
CenturyLinkFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone140 Mbps140 Mbps69.83%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps74.62%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Davenport?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Davenport starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 5 Gbps. Earthlink 5G Home Internet offers the next lowest price at $39.95/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Windstream$39.99Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
MetroNet$49.95Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Quantum Fiber$50.00Up to 940 MbpsNoUnlimited
Earthlink 5G Home Internet$39.95Up to 425 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
Mediacom$40.00Up to 150 MbpsNo6 TB
CenturyLink$50.00Up to 140 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Davenport?

Davenport has 5 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

34.34%

Fastest, most reliable. Symmetrical speeds. EarthLink Fiber is the best available for gaming and WFH.

Cable

74.12%

Most widely available wired option. Windstream covers 0.12%, Mediacom covers 74.12%. Up to 2 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

78.29%

CenturyLink, max 140 Mbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

5G Wireless

59.67%

No contracts or data caps. CenturyLink leads at 69.83%. Typical 15 Mbps - 450 Mbps. Great for renters and budget-conscious users.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most Davenport residents.


Davenport, IA - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Davenport, IA has a total of 25 internet providers including  15 Fiber providers, 4 Cable providers, 11 DSL providers, 10 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.


Compare Internet Providers in Davenport, IA by Coverage Area

All 25 internet providers serving Davenport by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 13 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Earthlink 5G Home Internet425 Mbps15 MbpsFixed Wireless / Mobile86.10%
2.MetroNet1 Gbps250 MbpsFiber84.11%
3.Quantum Fiber940 Mbps940 MbpsFiber75.12%
4.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone74.62%
5.Mediacom150 Mbps20 MbpsCable / Television / Phone74.12%
6.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone70.73%
7.CenturyLink140 Mbps140 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone69.83%
8.Night Owl Wireless15 Mbps6 MbpsFixed Wireless45.96%
9.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber38.00%
10.SpeedConnect15 Mbps2 MbpsFixed Wireless34.28%
11.CS Technologies150 Mbps5 MbpsFiber / DSL32.79%
12.Grand Mound Cooperative Telephone Association5 Mbps5 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless2.03%
13.Geneseo Communications50 Mbps50 MbpsFiber / DSL1.36%
14.eVolve Business Solutions3 Mbps3 MbpsFiber0.26%
15.Windstream2 Gbps2 GbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone0.12%
16.Brooklyn Mutual Telecommunications Cooperative10 Mbps2 MbpsCable / DSL0.05%
17.Louisa Communications12 Mbps2 MbpsDSL / Fixed Wireless0.02%
18.Lost Nation-Elwood Telephone Company25 Mbps12 MbpsFiber0.02%
19.Woolstock Mutual Telephone Assoc.8 Mbps3 MbpsDSL / Fixed Wireless0.01%
20.Aureon2 Mbps~Fiber / DSL0.01%
21.C-M-L Telephone Cooperative Association100 Mbps100 MbpsFiber0.01%
22.Wellman Cooperative Telephone Association10 Mbps2 MbpsFiber / Fixed Wireless~
23.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless~
24.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
25.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Davenport?

Yes. Davenport residents may qualify for free or discounted internet service through the federal Lifeline program, or provider-specific, low-income, affordable internet plans.

Federal Program

Lifeline

An FCC program that provides up to a $9.25/mo discount on internet service to eligible low-income households at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Provider Program

Mediacom Xtream Connect

$29.99/mo for 100 Mbps for qualifying households. Xtream Connect includes free install and Wi-Fi 6 (w/ 5-yr price lock). Equipment fee may apply.

Provider Program

Windstream by Kinetic Income Assist

$20/mo for 200 Mbps fiber for qualifying households. Windstream Kinetic Income Assist has no data caps and includes a modem.


Frequently Asked Questions about Davenport

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Davenport, IA, based on speed and pricing. It's Fiber internet reaches speeds up to 5 Gbps, and plans start at $39.95. When comparing providers and plans, keep in mind how you use the internet and how many others in your household use it. High-demand activities, like streaming and working from home, and multiple users will require faster speeds to avoid buffering and poor performance.

There are 25 internet providers in Davenport, IA. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite.

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $39.95. Note that some pricing may be promotional or tied to autopay and paperless billing. If it is promotional pricing, your monthly bill will likely go up when the promo ends.

EarthLink Fiber has the fastest speeds in Davenport, with a top download speed of 5 Gbps. Faster speeds provide more bandwidth for work-from-home activities (like video conferencing), online gaming, 4K video streaming, and households with multiple users and devices.

Yes, fiber internet is available in Davenport. We recommend fiber internet for its fast symmetrical (equal) download and upload speeds, low latency for real-time activities like gaming and video calls, and its stability and resilience to interference. Fiber availability varies by address.

Yes. Davenport residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Mediacom Xtream Connect has 100 Mbps starting at $29.99/mo. Windstream by Kinetic Income Assist provides up to 200 Mbps fiber for $20/mo. Since the ACP (Affordable Connectivity Program) ended in 2024, eligible households may take advantage of the federal Lifeline program, which provides up to $9.25/month in discounts.

If it's available in Davenport, fiber internet is the best internet option for online gaming. Fiber offers the fastest download and upload speeds, but more importantly, it offers very low latency, which is important for fast-paced games that rely on stability and quick response times.

Yes, 5G home internet is available in Davenport. 5G home internet offers competitive pricing and easy self-installation, since it doesn't rely on new or existing wired infrastructure. Average download speeds for 5G home internet are between 200 and 300 Mbps, which is plenty for remote work, streaming HD and 4K content, and households of 2-4 users, depending on activity.

The average download speed in Davenport is 78 Mbps. For comparison, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) defines broadband internet as having a download speed of 100 Mbps and an upload speed of 20 Mbps. Go to TestMySpeed and run an internet speed test to see how fast your internet connection is compared to speeds in Davenport, IA.

Earthlink 5G Home Internet, MetroNet, Quantum Fiber, HughesNet, and Mediacom offer internet in Davenport, IA.

  • Earthlink 5G Home Internet: Offers speeds up to 425 Mbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • MetroNet: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $49.95/mo.
  • Quantum Fiber: Offers speeds up to 940 Mbps starting at $50.00/mo.
  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Mediacom: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $40.00/mo.


Free wireless internet access points in Davenport

Davenport Public Library
321 Main St
Davenport, IA 52801
(563) 326-7832
Southeastern Library Services
4209 1-2 W. Locust St.
Davenport, IA 52804
(563) 386-7848

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