14 Best Internet Providers in Dubuque, IA
Find internet availability by address in Dubuque, IA
Jump to: Best Internet Provider | Availability Maps | Customer Reviews | Dubuque ISP Report Card | Business Internet in Dubuque
 |
Dubuque ISP Report Card | B |
 |
Download Speed for Most Households | 997 Mbps |
 |
Number of Internet Service Providers | 14 |
 |
Real Dubuque Customer Ratings | 4 |
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
Dubuque 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 Dubuque.
Dubuque overview
▼
Dubuque 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 Dubuque.
Compare Providers Ranked by Coverage, Speed, and Customer Ratings
Mediacom
Connection
Customer Rating
Cable
Centurylink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
ImOn Communications
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Maquoketa Valley Electric Cooperative
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Above are the top 4 providers in Dubuque, IA for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your city.
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 Dubuque ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Dubuque, IA?
Verizon is the highest-rated internet provider in Dubuque based on 53 Iowa customer reviews, and T-Mobile Home Internet has the highest rating nationwide. The provider information above and the information immediately below can help you decide. Compare provider ratings and review counts above.
The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Dubuque, Iowa, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in Dubuque
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Dubuque Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | Dubuque Overall | Iowa Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comelec Internet Services |  (1) | (2) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (1) | (4) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (1) | (20) | (84) | View Plans | ||
| ImOn Communications |  (1) | (11) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Maquoketa Valley Electric Cooperative |  (0) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| US Cellular | (0) | (3) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (4) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Centurylink | (0) |  (10) | (163) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) |  (1) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (0) | (42) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Sand Prarie | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Bernard Telephone & Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 53 reviews from Iowa internet customers, Verizon is the best internet service provider for Dubuque residents. Verizon was rated at an average of 4.50 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Centurylink wins for second-place in Iowa, with 2.75 out of 5 stars and 92.6% coverage in Dubuque.
At a national level, based on 2314 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.01 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Dubuque?
a different provider.
Internet Availability Key
Speeds and coverage vary within the city, and sometimes even from block to block. The map shows speeds per provider and where each provider is available.
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Dubuque?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the city, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Centurylink. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, ImOn Communications, Maquoketa Valley Electric Cooperative, and Mediacom 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 Dubuque
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Comelec Internet Services | 1,075 Mbps | ||
| Quantum Fiber | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Maquoketa Valley Electric Cooperative | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| ImOn Communications | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Centurylink | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Mediacom | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Bernard Telephone & Communications | 500 Mbps | ||
| Nextlink | 300 Mbps | ||
| Verizon | 300 Mbps | ||
| AT&T | 100 Mbps | ||
| EarthLink | 100 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| US Cellular | 100 Mbps | ||
| Sand Prarie | 25 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Dubuque
| ISP / Tech Type | Dubuque Speed | Iowa Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comelec Internet Services | (1) | (2) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (1) | (4) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (1) | (20) | (84) | View Plans | ||
| ImOn Communications | (1) | (11) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Maquoketa Valley Electric Cooperative | (0) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| US Cellular | (0) | (3) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (4) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Centurylink | (0) | (10) | (163) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (1) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (0) | (42) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (11) | View Plans | ||
| Sand Prarie | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Bernard Telephone & Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by Dubuque ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through ImOn Communications, Maquoketa Valley Electric Cooperative, and Mediacom. These internet providers offer speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Dubuque. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,000 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers in the city rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Centurylink. This indicates Centurylink reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Dubuque?
Iowa customers rate Centurylink as the cheapest internet service provider in 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.
Centurylink received a local rating of 2.88 out of 5, which is much lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. T-Mobile Home Internet is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Dubuque customers with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in Dubuque, Iowa, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Dubuque
| ISP / Tech Type | Dubuque Affordability | Iowa Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comelec Internet Services | (1) | (2) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (1) | (4) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (1) | (20) | (84) | View Plans | ||
| ImOn Communications | (1) | (11) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Maquoketa Valley Electric Cooperative | (0) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| US Cellular | (0) | (3) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (4) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Centurylink | (0) | (10) | (163) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (1) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (0) | (42) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Sand Prarie | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Bernard Telephone & Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Dubuque 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 city 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 Dubuque below, including the metrics used and how Dubuque compares to the rest of Iowa and nation.
| Metric
(hover for details)
|
Dubuque | Iowa | USA | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Dubuque that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 87.56% | 78.64% | 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. | 997 Mbps | 2,759 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 Dubuque. | 8.6 | 7.3 | 6.8 |
| Average Household SizeA larger household size in a city indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion. | 2.3 | 2.4 | 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. | 11% | 11% | 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. | 94% | 94% | 95% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 89% | 88% | 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. | 72% | 71% | 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. | 73% | 71% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Dubuque ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in Dubuque is B, which is better than other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Dubuque is high with a score of 54 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Dubuque have done a average job meeting the needs of its residents.
The Dubuque ISP Report Card evaluates the city on availability and speed metrics compared to other cities in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a city 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.
89% of Dubuque households have an internet connection despite having 98.96% availability. 72% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 10% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 3% 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 72% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 73% subscribe to it. A large amount of Dubuque 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 Cities Compare to Dubuque?
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 80 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 41 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 58 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 66 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 80 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 57 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 33 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 27 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 39 / 100
How Much Speed does a Dubuque Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Dubuque is 2.3, which is smaller than the Iowa average of 2.4 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. Dubuque's average household income is $77,005 which is higher than the Iowa average of $80,609 and about average for the national average of $90,606. Homes with fewer people living in them and with higher incomes tend to indicate a fairly average device usage pattern.
Dubuque also has 16% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is higher than the Iowa average of 16%. Additionally, 11% of residents work from home, which is higher than the 11% of residents in Iowa who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Dubuque has an average need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, Dubuque households are about average when it comes to technological engagement. 94% of households have some sort of computing device, 83% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 90% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Dubuque?
ImOn Communications Fiber in Dubuque, IA
Availability:
78.2%
Customer Rating:
(9)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
ImOn Communications offers Fiber service to 78.2% of Dubuque homes. Across the city, ImOn Communications Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Maquoketa Valley Electric Cooperative Fiber in Dubuque, IA
Availability:
10.4%
Customer Rating:
(3)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Maquoketa Valley Electric Cooperative offers Fiber service to 10.4% of Dubuque homes. Across the city, Maquoketa Valley Electric Cooperative Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Quantum Fiber in Dubuque, IA
Availability:
6.5%
Customer Rating:
(47)
Avg. Download Speed
951 Mbps
Quantum Fiber offers Fiber service to 6.5% of Dubuque homes. Across the city, Quantum Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 951 Mbps, with speeds from 940 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Quantum Fiber.
Bernard Telephone & Communications Fiber in Dubuque, IA
Availability:
2.1%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
500 Mbps
Bernard Telephone & Communications offers Fiber service to 2.1% of Dubuque homes. Across the city, Bernard Telephone & Communications Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 500 Mbps
Centurylink Fiber in Dubuque, IA
Availability:
1.7%
Customer Rating:
(60)
Avg. Download Speed
969 Mbps
Centurylink offers Fiber service to 1.7% of Dubuque 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 950 Mbps throughout the city. Centurylink Fiber is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Dubuque from Centurylink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Dubuque?
Mediacom Cable in Dubuque, IA
Availability:
95.0%
Customer Rating:
(71)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Mediacom offers Cable service to 95.0% of Dubuque homes. Across the city, Mediacom Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Dubuque?
Centurylink DSL in Dubuque, IA
Availability:
92.6%
Customer Rating:
(101)
Avg. Download Speed
80 Mbps
Centurylink offers DSL service to 92.6% of Dubuque homes. Across the city, Centurylink DSL has speeds up to 80 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 140 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 40, with an average of 10 Mbps throughout the city. Centurylink DSL is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Dubuque from Centurylink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Dubuque?
US Cellular Fixed Wireless in Dubuque, IA
Availability:
98.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
72 Mbps
US Cellular offers Fixed Wireless service to 98.0% of Dubuque homes. Across the city, US Cellular Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 72 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 20, with an average of 14 Mbps throughout the city.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Dubuque, IA
Availability:
90.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
77 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 90.0% of Dubuque homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet 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 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 15 Mbps throughout the city.
Comelec Internet Services Fixed Wireless in Dubuque, IA
Availability:
86.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
183 Mbps
Comelec Internet Services offers Fixed Wireless service to 86.9% of Dubuque homes. Across the city, Comelec Internet Services Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 183 Mbps, with speeds from 50 Mpbs up to 1,075 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 15 and as high as 1,075, with an average of 39 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Dubuque, IA
Availability:
84.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
37 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 84.7% of Dubuque homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 37 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 5.8 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Dubuque, IA
Availability:
84.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
37 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 84.7% of Dubuque homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 37 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 5.8 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Dubuque, IA
Availability:
66.8%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
300 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 66.8% of Dubuque homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 300 Mbps
Nextlink Fixed Wireless in Dubuque, IA
Availability:
37.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
285 Mbps
Nextlink offers Fixed Wireless service to 37.9% of Dubuque homes. Across the city, Nextlink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 285 Mbps, with speeds from 100 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 20 and as high as 75, with an average of 71 Mbps throughout the city.
Sand Prarie Fixed Wireless in Dubuque, IA
Availability:
16.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
19 Mbps
Sand Prarie offers Fixed Wireless service to 16.9% of Dubuque homes. Across the city, Sand Prarie Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 19 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 25 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 3.0, with an average of 2.2 Mbps throughout the city.
Which ISP Should You Choose in Dubuque?
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 Dubuque is Verizon.
- The fastest internet provider should be ImOn Communications, Maquoketa Valley Electric Cooperative, and Mediacom. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Centurylink may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Dubuque is Centurylink.
- HughesNet, US Cellular, and Viasat has the broadest coverage in Dubuque, 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 Dubuque compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how Dubuque 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 Dubuque's B ISP Report Card and 54 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 69 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 73 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 58 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 90 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 55 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A
- Digital Connectivity Index: 60 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 83 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 73 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A
- Digital Connectivity Index: 87 / 100
Customer Reviews
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Iowa
Customer Reviews
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.
More
An Iowa Customer
Verizon Fiber
November 25, 2025 More
Amanda M
ImOn Communications Fiber
March 11, 2024 ImOn essentially forced their way into our household, for lack of better distinguishment. We received a written statement in the mail that we had overdraft bills that we never received and when we called customer support of our previous internet provider, they told us in that moment that they had switched us to ImOn. I am a fan of fiber internet as it is supposed to have solid download speed, but I have not witnessed this for myself. I adore playing games, yet struggle to download updates in a timely matter. There is not a lot of activity besides my own devices, so the speed should be relatively fast, but alas, I download at a rate of about 10 kgs every few seconds making hours for a gigabyte alone. Along with this, the pricing is obsurd.
More
An Iowa Customer
Mediacom Cable
March 09, 2023 More
Rate your provider
Share your experience to help others in your area choose.
Verified customer: we detected your connection is on this provider.
Don't see your provider? Search all providers
Reviews are independent and unedited. Published after a quick spam check.