In Richard there is 1 residential DSL provider covering 41.11% of the city. The average home can get speeds up to 10 Mbps. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers below. This does not influence rankings, and helps us provide high-quality detailed information for free.
This page contains all DSL internet providers in Richard, IA.
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DSL Internet Service Provider in Richard
Data updated 11/14/2025, based on FCC data from 12/31/2024. This is the most current data available as of .
To avoid wasting your time, providers with less than 1% coverage in Richard are not shown.
Richard Satellite TV & Internet Providers
DISH Satellite TV
DIRECTV Satellite TV
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Viasat Satellite Internet
Where in Richard is DSL internet available?

DSL Internet Availability Key
DSL is available in 41.11% of Richard. Areas in green have DSL internet service, where areas in yellow or red may not. The most widely available provider is Windstream. Call one of the companies with service in Richard above to see who has service at your home.
How fast is DSL internet in Richard?
The map below shows maximum DSL internet speeds by area in Richard.

DSL Internet Speed Key
The average Richard home can get up to 10 Mbps on their DSL internet plan. The fastest DSL download speed in the city is 10 Mbps, which 41.11% of residents can get.
Is DSL the fastest internet I can get in Richard?
The fastest internet for you may vary based on where in Richard you live. In general, fixed wireless competes most often with DSL in the city.
- Fiber is the fastest internet type for 12.22% of Richard homes.
- Cable is fastest for less than 1% of the city.
- DSL is fastest for less than 1%.
- Fixed wireless is fastest for 87.78%.
- Satellite internet may be the only option for less than 1% of Richard homes.
DSL Providers in Depth
Below you'll find which TV and internet providers offer service in Richard, along with details on where in Richard and at what speeds.
Windstream DSL in Richard, IA

Windstream DSL coverage
About 41.11%, or 37 people, have Windstream DSL internet available to them in the city. The company covers the southwest, northeast, south, and west Richard area. Windstream is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in some of Richard.
Windstream DSL download speeds
Windstream is the slowest when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in Richard. Versus other DSL providers in the area, Windstream DSL is the fastest. There are no different maximum speeds throughout Richard. The fastest plan anyone in Richard can order from Windstream goes up to 10 Mbps, and all Richard customers can get this speed.
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- 100.0% up to 10.0 Mbps
Windstream DSL upload speeds
In Richard download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for Windstream DSL. Compared to other ISPs, Windstream is the slowest where upload speeds are concerned, and the fastest compared to other Richard DSL providers. Windstream offers no different upload speeds across the city. The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in Richard is up to 1.0 Mbps, which is available to everyone covered.
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- 100.0% up to 1.0 Mbps
Richard DSL by Area
This information is most helpful to those looking for homes or considering moving to Richard or any of the areas nearby.
How does DSL internet in Richard compare to the rest of Iowa?
DSL internet speeds in Richard are much faster versus the average speeds in Iowa: 0.00 Mbps in Iowa versus 10 Mbps in the city. The state has similar DSL availability compared to the city. Average DSL coverage in Iowa is 0.00% versus 41.11% in Richard.
What zip codes have DSL internet?
DSL internet coverage varies by zip code and neighborhood. Some examples in or around Richard are shown below. You can enter any zip code here to see TV and internet providers by zip code.
What does DSL internet look like in other cities?
Below are cities nearby and with similar populations. This comparison can be useful if living somewhere with fast internet is important to you.
Nearby Cities
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- Osman, IL: less DSL coverage, similar speeds
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- North Pitcher, NY: more DSL coverage, faster speeds
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