In 50839 there are 4 residential internet providers covering 33.33% of the zip. 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.
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4 Internet Service Providers in 50839
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 50839 are not shown.
50839 Satellite TV & Internet Providers
DISH Satellite TV
DIRECTV Satellite TV
Not sure whether to choose Dish or DIRECTV? For most people most of the time we recommend DISH. But click here to learn more.
Viasat Satellite Internet
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Internet service is available in 33.33% of 50839. Using our interactive availability map, you can compare service areas for different providers, we include fiber, cable, DSL, or fixed wireless internet service for all providers who offer it. You will notice that some providers might be listed multiple times for each service. If you find no providers cover the location you're looking at, you can opt for satellite service. The most widely available provider is Frontier. Now you can call companies in 50839 with more confidence that they might be available.
How fast are internet speeds in 50839?
The map below shows maximum internet speeds by area in 50839.
Internet Speed Key
The average 50839 home can get up to 10 Mbps on their internet plan. For most people, the fastest download speed in the zip is 10 Mbps, which 33.33% of residents can get.
What type of internet should I choose in 50839?
The fastest internet for you may vary based on where in 50839 you live. If speed is your main concern, satellite will be the fastest internet in the zip.
- Fiber is the fastest internet type for less than 1% of 50839 homes.
- Cable is fastest for less than 1% of the zip.
- DSL is fastest for 22.22%.
- Fixed wireless is fastest for 11.11%.
- Satellite internet may be the only option for 66.67% of 50839 homes.
Internet Market Health in 50839
Internet Competition Key
The map shows how competitive the 50839 internet service market is. Areas in green have more alternatives, areas in yellow have a few choices, and areas in red may have only one provider. More competition usually means faster speeds and better prices for you, the customer.
Below are quick facts on internet competition and market health in 50839 based on what connections the average home has availabile:
- Average number of internet service providers to a home: 1.0 (very unhealthy)
- Average types of service (fiber, cable, DSL, etc): 1.0 (very unhealthy)
- Average providers with broadband (25 Mbps+) speeds: 0.0 (very unhealthy)
Overall, competition is very unhealthy.
50839 internet customers have the ability to buy internet service from 1 provider, depending on where they live. For different types of service, 50839 homes have 1 option. The type(s) of service available are dsl and fixed wireless, though these may vary depending on the region within the zip.
When it comes to broadband download speeds faster than 25 Mbps, the situation is worse. 50839 internet customers who want faster speeds have 0 choices of companies offering speeds up to or over 25 Mbps.
More internet companies with faster speeds means fewer monopolies and better prices for customers. In promoting a free market for internet, 50839 badly needs improvement.
TV & Internet Providers in Depth
Below you'll find which TV and internet providers offer service in 50839, along with details on where in 50839 and at what speeds.
Frontier Communications DSL in 50839, IA
Frontier DSL coverage
About 22.22%, or 8 people, have Frontier DSL internet available to them in the zip. The company covers the south 50839 area. Frontier is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in a small portion of 50839.
Frontier Communications DSL download speeds
Frontier is one of the fastest when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in 50839. Versus other DSL providers in the area, Frontier DSL is the fastest. There are no different maximum speeds throughout 50839. The fastest plan anyone in 50839 can order from Frontier goes up to 10 Mbps, and all 50839 customers can get this speed.
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Frontier Communications DSL upload speeds
In 50839 download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for Frontier DSL. Compared to other ISPs, Frontier is one of the fastest where upload speeds are concerned, and the fastest compared to other 50839 DSL providers. Frontier offers no different upload speeds across the zip. The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in 50839 is up to 1.0 Mbps, which is available to everyone covered.
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US Cellular Fixed Wireless in 50839, IA
US Cellular fixed wireless coverage
About 11.11%, or 4 people, have US Cellular fixed wireless internet available to them in the zip. The company covers the northeast 50839 area. US Cellular is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in a very small piece of 50839.
US Cellular fixed wireless download speeds
US Cellular is one of the fastest when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in 50839. Versus other fixed wireless providers in the area, US Cellular fixed wireless is the fastest. There are no different maximum speeds throughout 50839. The fastest plan anyone in 50839 can order from US Cellular goes up to 10 Mbps, and all 50839 customers can get this speed.
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US Cellular fixed wireless upload speeds
In 50839 download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for US Cellular fixed wireless. Compared to other ISPs, US Cellular is one of the fastest where upload speeds are concerned, and the fastest compared to other 50839 fixed wireless providers. US Cellular offers no different upload speeds across the zip. The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in 50839 is up to 1.0 Mbps, which is available to everyone covered.
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50839 Internet by Area
This information is most helpful to those looking for homes or considering moving to 50839 or any of the areas nearby.
How does internet in 50839 compare to the rest of Iowa?
Internet speeds in 50839 are much slower versus the average speeds in Iowa: 2,759 Mbps in Iowa versus 10 Mbps in the zip. The state has far less internet availability compared to the zip. Average internet coverage in Iowa is 98.80% versus 33.33% in 50839.
What zip codes have widespread internet?
Internet coverage varies by zip code and neighborhood. Some examples in or around 50839 are shown below. You can enter any zip code here to see TV and internet providers by zip code.
What does internet service look like in other zip codes?
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