5 Best Internet Providers in Humeston, IA

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

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Who is the Best Internet Provider in Humeston, IA?

GRM Networks is the highest-rated internet provider in Humeston based on 8 Iowa customer reviews, and GRM Networks 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 Humeston, Iowa, and customers throughout the country.

Top Rated Internet Providers in Humeston

Local, State, and National Ratings for all Humeston Internet Providers

Based on 8 reviews from Iowa internet customers, GRM Networks is the best internet service provider for Humeston residents. GRM Networks was rated at an average of 5.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Windstream wins for second-place in Iowa, with 4.33 out of 5 stars and 80.4% coverage in Humeston.

At a national level, based on 150 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, GRM Networks is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 5.00 out of 5.

Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Humeston?

Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings in Humeston, the fastest internet in the city comes from GRM Networks.

Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Humeston

	ISP / Tech Type	Max Advertised Speed
	GRM Networks	1,000 Mbps
	Windstream	200 Mbps
	BST Wifi	100 Mbps
	Viasat	100 Mbps
	Rise Broadband	25 Mbps
	US Cellular	25 Mbps
	HughesNet	25 Mbps

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Humeston

Based on data reported by Humeston ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through GRM Networks. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Humeston. 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.

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

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Humeston?

Iowa customers rate GRM Networks 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.

GRM Networks received a local rating of 5.00 out of 5, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. US Cellular is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Humeston customers with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.

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

Rated Affordability in Humeston

Humeston 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 Humeston below, including the metrics used and how Humeston compares to the rest of Iowa and nation.

Humeston ISP Report Card: D

	Metric (hover for details)	Humeston	Iowa	USA
	Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Humeston that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home.	8.39%	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.	210 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 Humeston.	3.6	7.3	6.8

 

Humeston Digital Connectivity Index: 39 / 100

	Metric (hover for details)	Humeston	Iowa	USA
	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.	8%	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.	92%	94%	95%
	Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives.	88%	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.	58%	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.	58%	71%	76%

Humeston ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index

The ISP Report Card in Humeston is D, which is worse than other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Humeston is high with a score of 39 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Humeston have done a poor job meeting the needs of its residents.

The Humeston 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.

88% of Humeston households have an internet connection despite having 100.00% availability. 58% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 15% have satellite, 1% are still on dial-up, and 0% 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 58% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 58% subscribe to it. A low number of Humeston 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 Humeston?

How Much Speed does a Humeston Household Need?

Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Humeston is 2.3, which is smaller than the Iowa average of 2.4 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. Humeston's average household income is $59,677 which is lower than the Iowa average of $80,609 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.

Humeston also has 14% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Iowa average of 16%. Additionally, 8% of residents work from home, which is lower 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 Humeston has a low need for internet connectivity and speeds.

Compared to the rest of the country, Humeston households are about average when it comes to technological engagement. 92% of households have some sort of computing device, 80% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 87% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.

Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Humeston?

Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Humeston?

According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Humeston, IA.

Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Humeston?

Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Humeston?

Which ISP Should You Choose in Humeston?

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 Humeston is GRM Networks.
• The fastest internet provider should be GRM Networks. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, GRM Networks may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
• The most affordable internet provider in Humeston is GRM Networks.
• Viasat, HughesNet, and BST Wifi has the broadest coverage in Humeston, 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 Humeston compare to other cities with a similar population?

To see how Humeston 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 Humeston's D ISP Report Card and 39 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.