Internet providers in Marshalltown, IA
Marshalltown is a city in Iowa with about 27,491 residents and roughly 12,523 residential locations that internet providers can report on. The table below compares the providers that report service here.
Compare internet providers in Marshalltown, IA
Share of residential locations in Marshalltown where each provider reports service, from the FCC National Broadband Map (data as of December 31, 2025). Availability depends on your exact address.
| # | Provider | Technology (varies by address) | Locations covered | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mediacom | Fiber, Cable | 99%+ | |
| 2 | CenturyLink / Quantum Fiber | Fiber, DSL | 89% | |
| 3 | Metronet | Fiber | 79% | |
| 4 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 53% | Check availability |
| 5 | AMG Technology Investment Group | Fixed wireless | 36% | |
| 6 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 35% | Check availability |
| 7 | Heart of Iowa Communications Cooperative | Fiber | 20% | |
| 8 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 16% | |
| 9 | Hawkeye Topco Holdings | Fiber, Cable | 13% |
Satellite internet
| 1 | HughesNet | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 2 | Viasat | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 3 | Starlink | Satellite | 99%+ |
Satellite service is available at nearly every address but typically has higher latency than wired options.
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What to know about internet in Marshalltown
Mediacom reports service to the most residential locations in Marshalltown, about 100%. 4 providers report coverage of at least half of locations (Mediacom, CenturyLink / Quantum Fiber, Metronet, and Verizon), so the market looks competitive. Fiber-focused providers reporting service here include Metronet (79%) and Heart of Iowa Communications Cooperative (20%). AMG Technology Investment Group offers fixed wireless home internet, an option if you prefer no cable or fiber installation.
What technologies are available in Marshalltown?
Fiber is widely available: about 87% of locations in Marshalltown can get it. Gigabit-class service (1,000 Mbps down) is reported for about 93% of locations. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 98% of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in Marshalltown that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
Marshalltown at a glance
About 86% of households in Marshalltown have a broadband subscription, 1 points below the Iowa average of 87%.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2023).
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Frequently asked questions
Is fiber internet available in Marshalltown?
Yes, in part. About 87% of residential locations in Marshalltown can get fiber, 99% can get cable, and about 93% can get gigabit-class speeds, per FCC data. Availability depends on your exact address.
Which internet provider has the widest coverage in Marshalltown?
Mediacom reports service to about 100% of residential locations in Marshalltown, the most of any provider, per FCC data. Availability still depends on your address.
How many internet providers serve Marshalltown?
9 providers report service to at least 2% of locations in Marshalltown, and 4 cover at least half. Satellite (HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink) is also available nearly everywhere.
Is there fiber internet in Marshalltown?
Fiber providers reporting service in Marshalltown include Metronet (79% of locations) and Heart of Iowa Communications Cooperative (20% of locations). Other providers may also offer fiber in parts of the city, so check your address.
What is the difference between fiber, cable and DSL?
Fiber offers the fastest and most consistent speeds, cable is widely available with high download speeds, and DSL runs over phone lines and is usually slower. See our guide for details.
What internet speed do I need in Marshalltown?
Most households are well served by 100–300 Mbps. Heavy streaming, gaming or many connected devices may benefit from 500 Mbps or more.
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