Internet Providers in West Des Moines, IA

Over 889 people in West Des Moines found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

45% availability
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Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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

#2

Quantum Fiber

75.12% availability
Quantum Fiber logo

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

8 Gbps

User Review:

(2977)

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Fast Fiber internet for home or business

#3

CenturyLink

78.52% availability
CenturyLink logo

Connection Types:

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

140 Mbps

User Review:

(2639)

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Unlimited, Uncomplicated, Unbundled

#4

Windstream

1.25% availability

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.

#5

Earthlink 5G Home Internet

86.1% availability

Connection Types:

Fixed Wireless / Mobile
Speed up to:

425 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

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No credit checks - No contracts

#6

Viasat

98.43% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#7

Mediacom

60.12% availability

Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

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(2679)

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

#8

HughesNet

98.02% 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 West Des Moines, 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 West Des Moines

EarthLink Fiber's fiber can give you the best combination of price and performance in West Des Moines, 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 West Des Moines 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 West Des Moines. Plans start around $39.95/mo, with typical speeds around 6 Mbps-450 Mbps depending on your location and signal.

What is the fastest internet provider in West Des Moines?

Quantum Fiber is the fastest internet provider in West Des Moines, IA, with download speeds up to 8 Gbps and upload speeds up to 940 Mbps — available to 75.12% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
Quantum FiberFiber8 Gbps940 Mbps75.12%
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps45.00%
WindstreamFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps1.25%
Earthlink 5G Home InternetFixed Wireless / Mobile425 Mbps15 Mbps86.10%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps98.43%
MediacomCable / Television / Phone150 Mbps20 Mbps60.12%
CenturyLinkFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone140 Mbps140 Mbps78.52%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps98.02%

What is the cheapest internet provider in West Des Moines?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in West Des Moines 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
Quantum Fiber$50.00Up to 8 GbpsNoUnlimited
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Windstream$39.99Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
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 West Des Moines?

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

Fiber

7.47%

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

Cable

60.12%

Most widely available wired option. Windstream covers 1.25%, Mediacom covers 60.12%. Up to 2 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

78.97%

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

5G Wireless

85.59%

No contracts or data caps. CenturyLink leads at 78.52%. 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 West Des Moines residents.

West Des Moines, IA - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

West Des Moines, IA has a total of 42 internet providers including  24 Fiber providers, 8 Cable providers, 25 DSL providers, 19 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in West Des Moines, IA by Coverage Area

All 42 internet providers serving West Des Moines by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 21 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.43%
2.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.02%
3.Earthlink 5G Home Internet425 Mbps15 MbpsFixed Wireless / Mobile86.10%
4.Rise Broadband15 Mbps3 MbpsFixed Wireless85.59%
5.CenturyLink140 Mbps140 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone78.52%
6.Quantum Fiber8 Gbps940 MbpsFiber75.12%
7.Mediacom150 Mbps20 MbpsCable / Television / Phone60.12%
8.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber45.00%
9.Consolidated Communications6 Mbps1 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless2.22%
10.Aureon30 Mbps30 MbpsFiber / DSL2.07%
11.ICS Advanced Technologies100 Mbps100 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless1.34%
12.Windstream2 Gbps2 GbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone1.25%
13.Olin Telephone Company23 Mbps1 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.85%
14.Coon Valley Cooperative Telephone Association6 Mbps2 MbpsDSL / Fixed Wireless0.79%
15.Sully Telephone Association10 Mbps2 MbpsDSL / Fixed Wireless0.67%
16.Wellman Cooperative Telephone Association10 Mbps2 MbpsFiber / Fixed Wireless0.60%
17.Brooklyn Mutual Telecommunications Cooperative10 Mbps2 MbpsCable / DSL0.48%
18.Woolstock Mutual Telephone Assoc.8 Mbps3 MbpsDSL / Fixed Wireless0.46%
19.GoldField Access Network12 Mbps12 MbpsDSL0.45%
20.Louisa Communications12 Mbps2 MbpsDSL / Fixed Wireless0.45%
21.Van Horne Cooperative Telephone Company20 Mbps2 MbpsFiber0.45%
22.Schaller Telephone Company10 Mbps1 MbpsDSL0.45%
23.Future Technologies20 Mbps5 MbpsFixed Wireless0.37%
24.Mediapolis Telephone Company50 Mbps5 MbpsFiber / DSL0.32%
25.Farmers Mutual Telephone Cooperative9 Mbps~Fiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.17%
26.Rockwell Cooperative Telephone Association5 Mbps2 MbpsFiber / DSL0.17%
27.Danville Telecom10 Mbps1 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.17%
28.C-M-L Telephone Cooperative Association100 Mbps100 MbpsFiber0.17%
29.Cooperative Telephone Exchange50 Mbps50 MbpsFiber0.17%
30.Minerva Valley Telephone Company10 Mbps10 MbpsDSL0.17%
31.Keystone Communications10 Mbps1 MbpsDSL0.17%
32.Farmers & Merchants Mutual Telephone Company50 Mbps50 MbpsFiber / Fixed Wireless0.17%
33.Colo Telephone Company25 Mbps25 MbpsFiber0.17%
34.East Buchanan Telephone Cooperative10 Mbps1 MbpsDSL / Fixed Wireless0.17%
35.Hawkeye Telephone Company25 Mbps4 MbpsFiber / DSL0.17%
36.Farmers Cooperative Telephone Company1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL0.16%
37.Algona Municipal Utilities500 Mbps500 MbpsFiber / Cable0.06%
38.Northeast Iowa Telephone Company9 Mbps9 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.03%
39.Coon Rapids Municipal Utilities200 Mbps30 MbpsCable0.02%
40.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless~
41.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
42.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in West Des Moines?

Yes. West Des Moines 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 West Des Moines

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in West Des Moines, 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 42 internet providers in West Des Moines, 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.

Quantum Fiber has the fastest speeds in West Des Moines, with a top download speed of 8 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 West Des Moines. 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. West Des Moines 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 West Des Moines, 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 West Des Moines. 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 West Des Moines is 41 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 West Des Moines, IA.

Viasat, HughesNet, Earthlink 5G Home Internet, CenturyLink, and Quantum Fiber offer internet in West Des Moines, IA.

  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Earthlink 5G Home Internet: Offers speeds up to 425 Mbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • CenturyLink: Offers speeds up to 140 Mbps starting at $50.00/mo.
  • Quantum Fiber: Offers speeds up to 8 Gbps starting at $50.00/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in West Des Moines

West Des Moines Public Library
4000 George M. Mills Civic Parkway
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 222-3400

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