Internet providers in Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402
ZIP code 52402 is in Cedar Rapids, Linn County, Iowa. Compare the major providers below, then check availability for your address.
Internet in Cedar Rapids 52402: local snapshot
About 92% of the 18,558 households in 52402 have a broadband subscription, 4 points above the Iowa average of 87%. That ranks 52402#187 of 900 ZIP codes in Iowa for broadband adoption. Very few households (4%) are offline, suggesting internet service is widely used in this area.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2023). These figures describe the area, not the providers available at your address.
Compare internet providers in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Share of residential locations in Cedar Rapids 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 | Hawkeye Topco Holdings | Fiber, Cable | 69% | |
| 4 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 60% | Check availability |
| 5 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 57% | |
| 6 | JAB Wireless | Fixed wireless | 55% | |
| 7 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 54% | Check availability |
| 8 | LTD Broadband | Fixed wireless | 9% | |
| 9 | South Slope Cooperative Telephone Company | Fiber | 5% | |
| 10 | Atkins Telephone | Fiber | 1% |
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 technologies are available in Cedar Rapids?
Fiber reaches about 34% of locations in Cedar Rapids, so it is available in parts of the area but not everywhere. Gigabit-class service (1,000 Mbps down) is reported for about 99%+ of locations. DSL is still reported for about 32% of locations, which can be a fallback where fiber and cable do not reach. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 91% of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in Cedar Rapids that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
What to know about internet in Cedar Rapids 52402
Mediacom reports service to the most residential locations in Cedar Rapids, about 99%. 7 providers report coverage of at least half of locations (Mediacom, CenturyLink / Quantum Fiber, Hawkeye Topco Holdings, Verizon, T-Mobile Home Internet, JAB Wireless, and AT&T), so the market looks competitive. Fiber-focused providers reporting service here include South Slope Cooperative Telephone Company (5%). T-Mobile Home Internet and JAB Wireless offer fixed wireless home internet, an option if you prefer no cable or fiber installation.
Broadband adoption in 52402 (92%) is close to the Cedar Rapids average of 91%. By median household income, 52402 ranks 3 of 6 ZIP codes in Cedar Rapids. The median age of residents is 35.
Frequently asked questions
Is fiber internet available in Cedar Rapids?
Yes, in part. About 34% of residential locations in Cedar Rapids can get fiber, 99% can get cable, and about 100% can get gigabit-class speeds, per FCC data. Availability depends on your exact address.
Which internet provider has the widest coverage in Cedar Rapids?
Mediacom reports service to about 99% of residential locations in Cedar Rapids, the most of any provider, per FCC data. Availability still depends on your address.
How many internet providers serve Cedar Rapids?
9 providers report service to at least 2% of locations in Cedar Rapids, and 7 cover at least half. Satellite (HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink) is also available nearly everywhere.
Is there fiber internet in Cedar Rapids?
Fiber providers reporting service in Cedar Rapids include South Slope Cooperative Telephone Company (5% 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 Cedar Rapids 52402?
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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