MCG is a large internet service provider in the United States, serving 1 state or territory: Iowa. Learn more about MCG's coverage and availability on this page.
Can I get MCG internet in my area?
The easiest way to find out is to click the link below.
You may enter your zip code to check local availability or view the map below before contacting MCG.
MCG Availability Map
Any Internet Availability
On the map you can see MCG's coverage area in the United States. Areas in green are most likely to have coverage, where some homes in yellow to red areas may not have coverage.
The table below shows coverage and average maximum speeds by state.
| State | Availaiblity | Average Best Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 1.95% | 1,494 Mbps |
How fast is MCG's internet?
Internet Download Speed
The map above shows average maximum speeds by area. Overall, MCG internet speeds are adequate for most homes.
Download speeds (the speed at which you receive files and streaming video) range from 40 to 2,000 Mbps. The average customer has access to plans with download speeds up to 1,494 Mbps. This puts MCG in the 88th percentile versus other ISPs for download speeds, meaning speeds are much faster than the average provider in the US.
Upload speeds (the speed you can send files and video to others) range from a low of 4.0 Mbps to a high of 2,000 Mbps. The average is 1,490 Mbps, placing MCG in the 90th percentile for internet provider upload speeds, which is more than fast enough for a modern household.
What broadband services does MCG offer?
Across the country MCG offers fiber and fixed wireless internet service. The table below shows which types of service MCG offers and the average maximum speed for each service type. “Coverage” is the percent of MCG customers who can get that type of service.
Technology |
Coverage |
Average Best Speed |
|---|---|---|
Fiber |
89.94% |
1,657 Mbps |
Fixed Wireless |
12.11% |
40 Mbps |
Where is MCG Fiber Available?
Fiber Internet Speed
The MCG fiber availability map shows where fiber has been made available to customers. If you can get fiber, it is usually the best option for most people due to fast speeds and low lag. Fiber is available within 89.94% of MCG's coverage footprint, and the average speed for fiber is 1,657 Mbps download and 1,657 Mbps upload.
Where is MCG Fixed Wireless Available?
Fixed Wireless Internet Speed Key
Fixed wireless The MCG Fixed Wireless availability map shows where Fixed Wireless has been made available to customers. Fixed Wireless is available within 12.11% of MCG's coverage footprint, and the average speed for Fixed Wireless is 40 Mbps down and 4.0 Mbps up.
Can I get MCG TV Service?
Probably. Most fiber optic and cable companies are able to offer some kind of TV service. In either case, you can also get MCG internet and satellite TV.
What cities and zips does MCG serve?
With coverage in 44 cities and 25 zip codes, only the largest are listed below:
City |
Availability |
Average Best Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines, IA | 2.37% | 2,000 Mbps |
| Newton, IA | 88.94% | 2,000 Mbps |
| Oskaloosa, IA | 98.59% | 1,009 Mbps |
| Ottumwa, IA | 33.64% | 1,993 Mbps |
| Grinnell, IA | 77.69% | 2,000 Mbps |
| Montezuma, IA | 77.94% | 1,031 Mbps |
| Sigourney, IA | 86.56% | 996 Mbps |
| New Sharon, IA | 96.82% | 1,002 Mbps |
| University Park, IA | 100.00% | 1,614 Mbps |
| Fremont, IA | 96.65% | 109 Mbps |
| What Cheer, IA | 89.30% | 40 Mbps |
| Hedrick, IA | 59.65% | 40 Mbps |
| Beacon, IA | 87.92% | 790 Mbps |
| Oakland Acres, IA | 38.25% | 2,000 Mbps |
| Leighton, IA | 73.74% | 76 Mbps |
| Delta, IA | 75.46% | 40 Mbps |
| Keomah Village, IA | 99.48% | 886 Mbps |
| Cliffland, IA | 35.81% | 2,000 Mbps |
| Peoria, IA | 45.41% | 40 Mbps |
| Rutledge, IA | 78.55% | 1,872 Mbps |
| Kirkville, IA | 72.97% | 40 Mbps |
| Hayesville, IA | 39.22% | 914 Mbps |
| Cedar, IA | 97.21% | 660 Mbps |
| Union Mills, IA | 84.62% | 1,599 Mbps |
| Rose Hill, IA | 44.11% | 40 Mbps |
| Lambs Grove, IA | 100.00% | 2,000 Mbps |
| Searsboro, IA | 31.75% | 922 Mbps |
| Indianapolis, IA | 95.95% | 40 Mbps |
| Wright, IA | 85.94% | 319 Mbps |
| Taintor, IA | 58.82% | 1,135 Mbps |
| Eddyville, IA | 11.08% | 40 Mbps |
| Highland Center, IA | 80.75% | 40 Mbps |
| Gibson, IA | 66.10% | 40 Mbps |
| Barnes City, IA | 30.00% | 40 Mbps |
| Olivet, IA | 42.48% | 40 Mbps |
| Keswick, IA | 22.61% | 40 Mbps |
| Dahlonega, IA | 25.19% | 2,000 Mbps |
| Thornburg, IA | 93.75% | 40 Mbps |
| Pella, IA | 0.38% | 40 Mbps |
| Newburg, IA | 7.53% | 2,000 Mbps |
| Martinsburg, IA | 4.37% | 40 Mbps |
| Deep River, IA | 1.20% | 40 Mbps |
| Killduff, IA | 1.12% | 2,000 Mbps |
| Bussey, IA | 0.51% | 40 Mbps |
Zip |
Availability |
Average Best Speed |
| 50208, IA | 80.23% | 2,000 Mbps |
| 52577, IA | 97.87% | 989 Mbps |
| 52501, IA | 33.17% | 1,961 Mbps |
| 50112, IA | 70.58% | 2,000 Mbps |
| 50207, IA | 94.62% | 1,024 Mbps |
| 52591, IA | 72.59% | 962 Mbps |
| 50171, IA | 81.79% | 1,036 Mbps |
| 50268, IA | 95.16% | 40 Mbps |
| 52561, IA | 96.00% | 114 Mbps |
| 52563, IA | 51.23% | 40 Mbps |
| 52595, IA | 100.00% | 2,000 Mbps |
| 52550, IA | 81.65% | 40 Mbps |
| 50143, IA | 66.78% | 40 Mbps |
| 50219, IA | 2.58% | 40 Mbps |
| 52534, IA | 100.00% | 1,000 Mbps |
| 52586, IA | 54.62% | 40 Mbps |
| 52543, IA | 96.09% | 516 Mbps |
| 52553, IA | 7.84% | 40 Mbps |
| 50027, IA | 34.59% | 40 Mbps |
| 50104, IA | 84.82% | 40 Mbps |
| 52566, IA | 58.13% | 40 Mbps |
| 50136, IA | 18.97% | 40 Mbps |
| 50242, IA | 15.63% | 294 Mbps |
| 50255, IA | 95.74% | 40 Mbps |
| 52222, IA | 3.14% | 40 Mbps |