Internet Providers in Story City, IA

Over 51 people in Story City found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

31% availability
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Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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Limited-Time Offer: Upgrade to fiber starting at $39.95/mo

#2

Windstream

69.77% availability
Windstream logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / DSL / Phone
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2717)

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

#3

Viasat

95.21% availability
Viasat logo

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#4

CenturyLink

75.12% availability

Connection Types:

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

40 Mbps

User Review:

(2639)

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Unlimited, Uncomplicated, Unbundled

#5

Mediacom

67.53% availability

Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2679)

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

#6

HughesNet

99.43% 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 Story City, 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 Story City

EarthLink Fiber's fiber can give you the best combination of price and performance in Story City, 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 Story City 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 Story City. Plans start around $50/mo, with typical speeds around 10 Mbps-450 Mbps depending on your location and signal.

What is the fastest internet provider in Story City?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Story City, IA, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 31% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps31.00%
WindstreamFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps69.77%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps95.21%
MediacomCable / Television / Phone150 Mbps20 Mbps67.53%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps99.43%
CenturyLinkFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone40 Mbps40 Mbps75.12%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Story City?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Story City starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 5 Gbps. Windstream offers the next lowest price at $39.99/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Windstream$39.99Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
Mediacom$40.00Up to 150 MbpsNo6 TB
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB
CenturyLink$50.00Up to 40 MbpsNoUnlimited

What type of internet connection is best in Story City?

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

Fiber

6.26%

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

Cable

67.53%

Most widely available wired option. Windstream covers 69.77%, Mediacom covers 67.53%. Up to 2 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

69.86%

Windstream, max 2 Gbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

5G Wireless

100.00%

No contracts or data caps. CenturyLink leads at 75.12%. 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 Story City residents.

Story City, IA - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Story City, IA has a total of 16 internet providers including  8 Fiber providers, 4 Cable providers, 8 DSL providers, 5 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Story City, IA by Coverage Area

All 16 internet providers serving Story City by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 8 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Rise Broadband15 Mbps3 MbpsFixed Wireless100.00%
2.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone99.43%
3.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone95.21%
4.CenturyLink40 Mbps40 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone75.12%
5.Windstream2 Gbps2 GbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone69.77%
6.Mediacom150 Mbps20 MbpsCable / Television / Phone67.53%
7.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber31.00%
8.Radcliffe Telephone Company100 Mbps50 MbpsFiber5.05%
9.Sully Telephone Association10 Mbps2 MbpsDSL / Fixed Wireless3.07%
10.Ellsworth Cooperative Telephone Association15 Mbps15 MbpsFiber1.21%
11.Minerva Valley Telephone Company10 Mbps10 MbpsDSL1.11%
12.Brooklyn Mutual Telecommunications Cooperative10 Mbps2 MbpsCable / DSL0.31%
13.Aureon2 Mbps~Fiber / DSL0.09%
14.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless~
15.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~
16.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Story City?

Yes. Story City 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 Story City

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Story City, 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 16 internet providers in Story City, 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 Story City, 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 Story City. 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. Story City 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 Story City, 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 Story City. 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 Story City is 39 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 Story City, IA.

HughesNet, Viasat, CenturyLink, Windstream, and Mediacom offer internet in Story City, IA.

  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • CenturyLink: Offers speeds up to 40 Mbps starting at $50.00/mo.
  • Windstream: Offers speeds up to 2 Gbps starting at $39.99/mo.
  • Mediacom: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $40.00/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Story City

Bertha Bartlett Public Library
503 Broad St
Story City, IA 50248
(515) 733-2685

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