Best Internet Providers in Adel, IA
All 14 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Adel, IA
Adel has 14 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, Fiber, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Adel.
Ranks compare Adel with the 15,682 US towns of 1,000 to 9,999 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Adel, IA at a Glance
Adel Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Mediacom
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
CenturyLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Quantum Fiber
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Minburn Communications
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Fixed Wireless
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this city 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 Adel ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Adel, IA?
T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet provider in Adel based on Iowa customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, T-Mobile Home Internet had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Adel, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. T-Mobile Home Internet is an option for 99.85% of the city.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Adel?
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 Adel
- Mediacom - cable coverage map
- Quantum Fiber - fiber coverage map
- CenturyLink - fiber coverage map
- Minburn Communications - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Mediacom - fiber coverage map
- Panora Fiber - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Dallas County Data - fixed wireless coverage map
- Windstream - fiber coverage map
- Rise Broadband - fixed wireless coverage map
- CenturyLink - dsl coverage map
- BTWI - fixed wireless coverage map
- Minburn Communications - fixed wireless coverage map
- Windstream - dsl coverage map
- Nextlink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Windstream - fixed wireless coverage map
How Adel Compares to Places Its Size
Adel's report card score is in the top 24% and its connectivity index is in the top 29%.
| Measure | Adel | Rank among US towns of 1,000 to 9,999 people | Dallas County | Iowa | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 79.2% | top 48% | 86.0% | 84.3% | 71.5% | 1,056 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 1,291 Mbps | bottom 46% | 3,422 Mbps | 3,256 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Collegedale, TN and Lakesite, TN and 2 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 9 | top 4% | 8.6 | 6.8 | 7.1 | McLendon-Chisholm, TX (14.2) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.7 | top 23% | 2.6 | 2.4 | 2.7 | St. George, GA (6.2) |
| Workers who work from home | 15% | top 22% | 21% | 12% | 15% | Indian Springs, NV (76%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 97% | top 19% | 98% | 95% | 96% | 515 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 92% | top 27% | 93% | 89% | 91% | 115 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 65% | bottom 47% | 78% | 72% | 76% | Bunkerville, NV and Fort Myer, VA and 3 more (100%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 86% | top 17% | 87% | 78% | 81% | 12 places at 100% |
| Median household income | $101,177 | top 19% | $117,487 | $82,468 | $93,246 | 16 places at $250,001 |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 14% | top 33% | 15% | 16% | 16% | University Park, PA (95%) |
Fiber reaches 79.2% of homes in Adel, against 86.0% across Dallas County and 84.3% across Iowa. Households in Adel are the same size as the US average (2.7 people against 2.7); 15% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $101,177 (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 Adel
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Adel?
CenturyLink Fiber in Adel, IA
Availability:
33.7%
Customer Rating:
(62)
Avg. Download Speed
969 Mbps
CenturyLink offers Fiber service to 33.7% of Adel homes. Across the city, CenturyLink Fiber has speeds up to 969 Mbps, with speeds from 940 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 200 and as high as 1,000, with an average of 953 Mbps throughout the city. CenturyLink Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Adel from CenturyLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Quantum Fiber in Adel, IA
Availability:
28.4%
Customer Rating:
(52)
Avg. Download Speed
1,991 Mbps
Quantum Fiber offers Fiber service to 28.4% of Adel homes. Across the city, Quantum Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,991 Mbps, with speeds from 940 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 940 and as high as 1,000, with an average of 1,000 Mbps throughout the city.
Minburn Communications Fiber in Adel, IA
Availability:
26.8%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Minburn Communications offers Fiber service to 26.8% of Adel homes. Across the city, Minburn Communications Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Mediacom Fiber in Adel, IA
Availability:
17.9%
Customer Rating:
(7)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Mediacom offers Fiber service to 17.9% of Adel homes. Across the city, Mediacom Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Panora Fiber in Adel, IA
Availability:
9.5%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Panora Fiber offers Fiber service to 9.5% of Adel homes. Across the city, Panora Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Windstream Fiber in Adel, IA
Availability:
1.1%
Customer Rating:
(40)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Windstream offers Fiber service to 1.1% of Adel homes. Across the city, Windstream Fiber has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Adel?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Adel, IA
Availability:
99.8%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
70 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 99.8% of Adel homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 70 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 13 Mbps throughout the city.
Dallas County Data Fixed Wireless in Adel, IA
Availability:
99.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
50 Mbps
Dallas County Data offers Fixed Wireless service to 99.6% of Adel homes. Across the city, Dallas County Data Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 50 Mbps
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Adel, IA
Availability:
97.4%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
52 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 97.4% of Adel homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 52 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 9.2 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Adel, IA
Availability:
97.4%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
52 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 97.4% of Adel homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 52 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 9.2 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Adel, IA
Availability:
87.2%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
294 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 87.2% of Adel homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 294 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 20 Mbps throughout the city.
Minburn Communications Fixed Wireless in Adel, IA
Availability:
83.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
Minburn Communications offers Fixed Wireless service to 83.2% of Adel homes. Across the city, Minburn Communications Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 10 Mbps
Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless in Adel, IA
Availability:
41.8%
Customer Rating:
(15)
Avg. Download Speed
46 Mbps
Rise Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 41.8% of Adel homes. Across the city, Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 46 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 50 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 5.0 and as high as 10, with an average of 9.3 Mbps throughout the city.
BTWI Fixed Wireless in Adel, IA
Availability:
9.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
BTWI offers Fixed Wireless service to 9.5% of Adel homes. Across the city, BTWI Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Nextlink Fixed Wireless in Adel, IA
Availability:
4.3%
Customer Rating:
(14)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Nextlink offers Fixed Wireless service to 4.3% of Adel homes. Across the city, Nextlink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Windstream Fixed Wireless in Adel, IA
Availability:
3.3%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
55 Mbps
Windstream offers Fixed Wireless service to 3.3% of Adel homes. Across the city, Windstream Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 55 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 4.0 and as high as 10, with an average of 7.0 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Adel?
Mediacom Cable in Adel, IA
Availability:
81.4%
Customer Rating:
(82)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Mediacom offers Cable service to 81.4% of Adel homes. Across the city, Mediacom Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Adel?
CenturyLink DSL in Adel, IA
Availability:
76.3%
Customer Rating:
(120)
Avg. Download Speed
23 Mbps
CenturyLink offers DSL service to 76.3% of Adel homes. Across the city, CenturyLink DSL has speeds up to 23 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 10, with an average of 2.2 Mbps throughout the city. CenturyLink DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Adel from CenturyLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Windstream DSL in Adel, IA
Availability:
5.6%
Customer Rating:
(52)
Avg. Download Speed
122 Mbps
Windstream offers DSL service to 5.6% of Adel homes. Across the city, Windstream DSL has speeds up to 122 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 200 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 12 Mbps throughout the city. Windstream DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Adel from Windstream in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Adel by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Adel has 1 ZIP code with its own page. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Adel
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|
ZIP codes in Adel
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50003 | 9,571 | 79.4% | 1,257 Mbps | 9 | B | 62/100 |
How Adel Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Adel that have their own pages are all within 12 miles. Among them, Waukee has the most homes with fiber (97.6%) and Earlham the fewest (23.9%); Adel has 79.2%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adel (this page) | 8,574 | 79.2% | 1,291 Mbps | 9 | B | 61/100 |
| Waukee | 25,017 | 97.6% | 1,792 Mbps | 9.6 | A- | 78/100 |
| Clive | 19,835 | 96.1% | 5,038 Mbps | 7.9 | A- | 81/100 |
| Dallas Center | 2,733 | 82.2% | 1,166 Mbps | 9.1 | B | 62/100 |
| Van Meter | 2,707 | 60.4% | 1,628 Mbps | 7 | B- | 73/100 |
| Earlham | 2,235 | 23.9% | 894 Mbps | 7 | C | 61/100 |
| Booneville | 1,537 | 61.0% | 3,495 Mbps | 6.9 | B | 80/100 |
| DeSoto | 1,532 | 38.9% | 1,011 Mbps | 7.9 | C+ | 64/100 |
| Redfield | 1,122 | 71.4% | 1,354 Mbps | 5.9 | C+ | 44/100 |
| Minburn | 841 | 98.6% | 986 Mbps | 5.6 | B- | 41/100 |
| Wiscotta | 435 | 98.6% | 994 Mbps | 9.2 | B+ | 46/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Adel?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by T-Mobile Home Internet. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Quantum Fiber 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 Adel
| Quantum Fiber | 2,000 |
|---|---|
| Windstream | 2,000 |
| Minburn Communications | 1,000 |
| CenturyLink | 1,000 |
| Mediacom | 1,000 |
| Panora Fiber | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| BTWI | 100 |
| Nextlink | 100 |
| Dallas County Data | 50 |
| Rise Broadband | 50 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Adel Internet Providers
Based on 47 reviews from Iowa internet customers, T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet service provider for Adel residents. T-Mobile Home Internet was rated at an average of 4.40 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Verizon wins for second-place in Iowa, with 4.50 out of 5 stars and 87.2% coverage in Adel.
At a national level, based on 2689 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.02 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Adel Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Adel, Iowa, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Adel Overall | Iowa Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) |  (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (4) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (0) | (3) | (99) | View Plans | ||
| Panora Fiber | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) |  (1) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (0) | (22) | (93) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) |  (10) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (0) | (52) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Dallas County Data | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| BTWI | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Minburn Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Adel
Based on data reported by Adel ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Quantum Fiber. The company offers speeds up to 2,000 Mbps in Adel. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,991 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with T-Mobile Home Internet. This indicates T-Mobile Home Internet reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Adel Speed | Iowa Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windstream | (0) | (3) | (99) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (4) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Panora Fiber | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (0) | (22) | (93) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) |  (1) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (10) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (0) | (52) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Dallas County Data | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| BTWI | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Minburn Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Adel?
Of the providers in Adel, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Adel where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Iowa or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
T-Mobile Home Internet is rated 4.00 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. Verizon is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.75 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Adel, Iowa, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Adel
| ISP / Tech Type | Adel Affordability | Iowa Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (4) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Panora Fiber | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (0) | (3) | (99) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (1) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (10) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (0) | (22) | (93) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (0) | (52) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Dallas County Data | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| BTWI | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Minburn Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Iowa
Customer Reviews
Steve S.
ImOn Communications Fiber
November 04, 2026 Install was sloppy, wire hanging inside and outside. My main issue was the price kept increasing. The customer support took over a hour to speak to someone and then another hour of testing before they would isue replacement equipment.
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
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Adel?
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 Adel is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- The fastest internet provider should be Quantum Fiber. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, T-Mobile Home Internet may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Adel is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, T-Mobile Home Internet, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Adel, available to 99.8% 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.