Best Internet Providers in 50560, IA
All 9 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in 50560, IA
50560 has 9 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the zip. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in 50560.
The Best Internet in 50560, IA at a Glance
50560 Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Router 12 Networks
Connection
Customer Rating
Cable
Fixed Wireless
Northwest Communications
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Nextlink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this zip are excluded from the list. To see if one of these providers is available at your home, please use the address search above.
Speed and technology may vary by address for all providers. Please note we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers above, which does not impact the customer ratings displayed. Customer ratings listed above are national ratings, local 50560 ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in 50560, IA?
Northwest Communications is the best internet provider in 50560 based on Iowa customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Northwest Communications had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in 50560, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Northwest Communications is an option for 98.17% of the zip.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in 50560?
Coverage changes block by block. Pick a provider and a technology to see where its service reaches: the darker the area, the larger the share of homes it covers. For your exact address, use the address search above.
Coverage map for each provider in ZIP 50560
- Nextlink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Northwest Communications - fixed wireless coverage map
- Router 12 Networks - cable coverage map
- GigFire - fixed wireless coverage map
- Comm1 - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Router 12 Networks - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
How 50560 Compares to the Rest of Kossuth County
Fiber reaches 2.8% of homes in 50560, against 0.5% across Lu Verne and 56.7% across Kossuth County. Households in 50560 are smaller than the US average (2.6 people against 2.7); 4% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $74,885 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in 50560
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in 50560?
Comm1 Fiber in 50560, IA
Availability:
2.8%
Customer Rating:
(2)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Comm1 offers Fiber service to 2.8% of 50560 homes. Across the zip, Comm1 Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in 50560?
Northwest Communications Fixed Wireless in 50560, IA
Availability:
98.2%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
337 Mbps
Northwest Communications offers Fixed Wireless service to 98.2% of 50560 homes. Across the zip, Northwest Communications Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 337 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 500 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 50, with an average of 41 Mbps throughout the zip.
Nextlink Fixed Wireless in 50560, IA
Availability:
81.1%
Customer Rating:
(14)
Avg. Download Speed
558 Mbps
Nextlink offers Fixed Wireless service to 81.1% of 50560 homes. Across the zip, Nextlink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 558 Mbps, with speeds from 100 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 20 and as high as 1,000, with an average of 222 Mbps throughout the zip.
GigFire Fixed Wireless in 50560, IA
Availability:
29.2%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
139 Mbps
GigFire offers Fixed Wireless service to 29.2% of 50560 homes. Across the zip, GigFire Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 139 Mbps, with speeds from 100 Mpbs up to 150 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 20 and as high as 130, with an average of 106 Mbps throughout the zip.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in 50560, IA
Availability:
23.1%
Customer Rating:
(356)
Avg. Download Speed
77 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 23.1% of 50560 homes. Across the zip, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 77 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 8.7 Mbps throughout the zip.
Router 12 Networks Fixed Wireless in 50560, IA
Availability:
22.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
50 Mbps
Router 12 Networks offers Fixed Wireless service to 22.6% of 50560 homes. Across the zip, Router 12 Networks Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 50 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in 50560, IA
Availability:
21.7%
Customer Rating:
(336)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 21.7% of 50560 homes. Across the zip, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in 50560, IA
Availability:
6.4%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 6.4% of 50560 homes. Across the zip, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
AT&T Fixed Wireless in 50560, IA
Availability:
6.4%
Customer Rating:
(201)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 6.4% of 50560 homes. Across the zip, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in 50560?
Router 12 Networks Cable in 50560, IA
Availability:
46.8%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
200 Mbps
Router 12 Networks offers Cable service to 46.8% of 50560 homes. Across the zip, Router 12 Networks Cable has speeds up to 200 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in 50560?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in 50560, IA.
How 50560 Compares to Its Neighbors
The 10 ZIP codes nearest to 50560 that have their own pages are all within 16 miles. Among them, 50529 (Dakota City) has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and 50558 (Livermore) the fewest (0.0%); 50560 has 2.8%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Speed for most homes | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50560 (this page) | 545 | 2.8% | 555 Mbps | 3.4 | D | 38/100 |
| 50511 (Algona) | 7,025 | 35.5% | 928 Mbps | 8.2 | C+ | 40/100 |
| 50529 (Dakota City) | 817 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 6.8 | B | 61/100 |
| 50483 (Wesley) | 702 | 62.0% | 1,466 Mbps | 5.2 | C | 50/100 |
| 50519 (Bode) | 645 | 1.2% | 935 Mbps | 3.8 | D | 41/100 |
| 50558 (Livermore) | 625 | 0.0% | 821 Mbps | 4.8 | D | 26/100 |
| 50430 (Corwith) | 433 | 95.6% | 983 Mbps | 3.3 | C | 39/100 |
| 50577 (Renwick) | 401 | 63.1% | 750 Mbps | 4.1 | C- | 40/100 |
| 50545 (Hardy) | 220 | 16.4% | 936 Mbps | 3.7 | D | 44/100 |
| 50570 (Ottosen) | 218 | 11.0% | 759 Mbps | 3.7 | D | 38/100 |
| 50582 (Rutland) | 215 | 55.8% | 1,454 Mbps | 2.9 | C- | 23/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in 50560?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the zip, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Northwest Communications. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Nextlink should have faster speeds at a local level. While we typically put more weight on real-world customer ratings, we display both satisfaction and technical maximum information for customers to decide for themselves.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in 50560
| Nextlink | 1,000 |
|---|---|
| Comm1 | 1,000 |
| Northwest Communications | 500 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Router 12 Networks | 200 |
| GigFire | 150 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 25 |
| AT&T | 25 |
| EarthLink | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for 50560 Internet Providers
Based on 14 reviews from Iowa internet customers, Northwest Communications is the best internet service provider for 50560 residents. Northwest Communications was rated at an average of 4.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Nextlink wins for second-place in Iowa, with 2.00 out of 5 stars and 81.1% coverage in 50560.
At a national level, based on 2209 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Northwest Communications is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 3.50 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all 50560 Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in 50560, Iowa, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | 50560 Overall | Iowa Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (336) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (4) | (802) | View Plans | ||
| Comm1 | (0) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1032) | View Plans | ||
| Northwest Communications | (0) | (1) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) |  (1) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (24) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| GigFire | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Router 12 Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in 50560
Based on data reported by 50560 ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the zip are available through Nextlink. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 50560. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 558 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers in the zip rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Northwest Communications. This indicates Northwest Communications reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | 50560 Speed | Iowa Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (336) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (4) | (802) | View Plans | ||
| Comm1 | (0) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Northwest Communications | (0) |  (1) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1032) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) |  (1) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (24) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| GigFire | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Router 12 Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in 50560?
Iowa customers rate Northwest Communications as the cheapest internet service provider in the state. Data comes from customers in the state rating their satisfaction with pricing. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
Northwest Communications received a local rating of 3.00 out of 5, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. Nextlink is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s 50560 customers with an average price rating of 2.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in 50560, Iowa, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in 50560
| ISP / Tech Type | 50560 Affordability | Iowa Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comm1 | (0) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (336) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (4) | (802) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1032) | View Plans | ||
| Northwest Communications | (0) | (1) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (1) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (24) | View Plans | ||
| GigFire | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Router 12 Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Iowa
Customer Reviews
ISPReports User
Metronet Fiber
October 14, 2026 great
Tim W
ImOn Communications Fiber
October 08, 2026 Poor signal strength intermittent speeds and I need the signal I pay for
Diane
Comelec Internet Services
September 01, 2026 Great so far. Brian Evans did a great job. Give him a 5
ISPReports User
Partner Communications Cooperative Fiber
July 01, 2026 awful. the key advantage of fiber technology is symmetrical upload and download speeds - fiber optic with pcctel is unreliable and awful. rarely have had symmetrical speeds with this service do NOT recommend pcctel
A Dubuque, IA Customer
ImOn Communications Fiber
June 11, 2026 Have had this service for a month. Has been down twice. Restoring service has been so time consuming! I have spoken to 4 different people who have been in different places. While they are very kind and polite, the system seems to not be efficient.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in 50560?
The right ISP for you depends upon your needs, but in general we can make the following suggestions:
- The best all-around internet service provider in 50560 is Northwest Communications.
- The fastest internet provider should be Nextlink. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Northwest Communications may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in 50560 is Northwest Communications.
- Viasat, Northwest Communications, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in 50560, available to 98.2% of homes, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what’s available at your home, please use our address search tool.