13 Best Internet Providers in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA

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Above are the top 4 providers in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your neighborhood.

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Who is the Best Internet Provider in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA?

Google Fiber is the best internet provider in Downtown Des Moines based on Des Moines customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Google Fiber had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Downtown Des Moines, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Unfortunately, Google Fiber is an option for 2.72% of the neighborhood.

The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Downtown Des Moines, Iowa, and customers throughout the country.

Top Rated Internet Providers in Downtown Des Moines

Local, State, and National Ratings for all Downtown Des Moines Internet Providers

Based on 47 reviews from Des Moines internet customers, Google Fiber is the best internet service provider for Downtown Des Moines residents. Google Fiber was rated at an average of 5.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Verizon wins for second-place in Des Moines, with 4.50 out of 5 stars and 93.2% coverage in Downtown Des Moines.

At a national level, based on 2475 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, ICS Advanced Technologies is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 3.00 out of 5.

Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Downtown Des Moines?

Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings in Downtown Des Moines, the fastest internet in the neighborhood comes from MetroNet.

Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Downtown Des Moines

	ISP / Tech Type	Max Advertised Speed
	Google Fiber	8,000 Mbps
	Quantum Fiber	8,000 Mbps
	MetroNet	5,120 Mbps
	ICS Advanced Technologies	1,000 Mbps
	NexGen Connected	1,000 Mbps
	Verizon	1,000 Mbps
	Centurylink	1,000 Mbps
	Mediacom	1,000 Mbps
	AT&T	100 Mbps
	EarthLink	100 Mbps
	T-Mobile Home Internet	100 Mbps
	US Cellular	100 Mbps
	Viasat	100 Mbps
	HughesNet	25 Mbps
	Fidium Fiber	10 Mbps

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Downtown Des Moines

Based on data reported by Downtown Des Moines ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the neighborhood are available through MetroNet. The company offers speeds up to 8,000 Mbps in Downtown Des Moines. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 5,120 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.

However, actual customers in the neighborhood rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with MetroNet. This indicates MetroNet reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Downtown Des Moines?

Des Moines customers rate Google Fiber as the cheapest internet service provider in city. Data comes from customers in the city rating their satisfaction with pricing. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.

Google Fiber received a local rating of 5.00 out of 5, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. MetroNet is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Downtown Des Moines customers with an average price rating of 4.50 out of 5.

The chart and graph below show how customers in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.

Rated Affordability in Downtown Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines Internet Health Assessment

ISP Reports evaluates the technological infrastructure across the United States. This includes assessing a grade for ISP providers and infrastructure in the neighborhood and setting an index number for the digital connectivity of its residents. You can view the ISP Report Card and the Digital Connectivity Index for Downtown Des Moines below, including the metrics used and how Downtown Des Moines compares to the rest of Des Moines and nation.

Downtown Des Moines ISP Report Card: B

	Metric (hover for details)	Downtown Des Moines	Iowa	USA
	Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Downtown Des Moines that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home.	71.37%	87.98%	67.25%
	Average Download SpeedThe maximum download speed most households can get on average. This is measured by availability in a block group and weighted by the population in that area.	1,185 Mbps	4,674 Mbps	3,293 Mbps
	Provider CountThe number of providers available for most people. This is a weighted average by block rather than a total for Downtown Des Moines.	8.0	8.4	6.8

 

Downtown Des Moines Digital Connectivity Index: 55 / 100

	Metric (hover for details)	Downtown Des Moines	Iowa	USA
	Average Household SizeA larger household size in a neighborhood indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion.	1.3	2.5	2.7
	Work From Home PercentA higher percent of the population working from home indicates bandwidth requirements being more widely needed rather than consolidated to commercial portions of the city.	20%	15%	14%
	Households with DevicesA higher percentage of households with computing devices in the home indicates a higher level of infrastructure needed to support those households.	97%	96%	95%
	Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives.	90%	91%	90%
	Households with BroadbandA higher percentage of households with a broadband connection (defined as speeds above 25 Mbps) indicates heavier usage needs within these households.	69%	75%	75%
	Broadband Usage vs. AvailabilityThis measures what percentage of households who have a broadband connection to their home actually have an active subscription to that service.	70%	75%	76%

Downtown Des Moines ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index

The ISP Report Card in Downtown Des Moines is B, which is comparable to other neighborhoods. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Downtown Des Moines is high with a score of 55 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Downtown Des Moines have done a average job meeting the needs of its residents.

The Downtown Des Moines ISP Report Card evaluates the neighborhood on availability and speed metrics compared to other neighborhoods in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a neighborhood needs. Please see our ISP Report Card along with the Digital Connectivity Index above to evaluate how well the connectivity demand is met by the existing infrastructure.

90% of Downtown Des Moines households have an internet connection despite having 97.98% availability. 69% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 11% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 8% of households have internet but don’t pay for a subscription because it’s subsidized by the Affordable Connectivity Program.

As you can see in the table above, while 69% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 70% subscribe to it. A moderate amount of Downtown Des Moines residents are taking advantage of the available internet infrastructure.

For more details, please visit our ISP Report Card and Digital Connectivity Index pages.

How do Neighboring Neighborhoods Compare to Downtown Des Moines?

How Much Speed does a Downtown Des Moines Household Need?

Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Downtown Des Moines is 1.3, which is smaller than the Des Moines average of 2.5 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. Downtown Des Moines's average household income is $64,324 which is lower than the Des Moines average of $95,004 and lower than the national average of $90,606. Homes with fewer people living in them and with lower incomes tend to indicate fewer devices being used less often.

Downtown Des Moines also has 14% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Des Moines average of 15%. Additionally, 20% of residents work from home, which is higher than the 15% of residents in Des Moines who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Downtown Des Moines has a high need for internet connectivity and speeds.

Compared to the rest of the country, Downtown Des Moines households are much more technology-engaged. 97% of households have some sort of computing device, 96% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 91% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.

Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Downtown Des Moines?

Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Downtown Des Moines?

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Which ISP Should You Choose in Downtown Des Moines?

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 Downtown Des Moines is Google Fiber.
• The fastest internet provider should be MetroNet. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, MetroNet may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
• The most affordable internet provider in Downtown Des Moines is Google Fiber.
• Viasat, Mediacom, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Downtown Des Moines, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what's available at your home, please use our address search tool.

How does Downtown Des Moines compare to other cities with a similar population?

To see how Downtown Des Moines stacks up on the national level, it's useful to look at some other cities with similarly sized populations. Below you can see a list of these cities and how they compare to Downtown Des Moines's B ISP Report Card and 55 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.

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