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Iola, KS internet providers

Provider
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 MbpsDSL100%
Cox $29.99 25 - 1,000 MbpsCable97%
KwiKom Communications $55.00 5 - 40 MbpsFiber-optic100%
LaHarpe Telephone Company $42.95 10 - 25 MbpsFiber-optic0.076%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%

*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.

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Iola internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    5000 Mbps

    Provider: AT&T

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    5682

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 100%

    2 providers - 99.66%

    3 providers - 97.22%

    4+ providers - 0.08%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 100%

    DSL - 100%

    Fiber - 26%

    Source: FCC

At 100%, broadband coverage in Iola is comparable to the rest of Kansas - 94%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.

The vast majority of those living in the Iola area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Iola residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 26% of those living in Iola.

There are seven internet providers serving the Iola area, and 99.66% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Iola's seven internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.

Results from real users

Average internet speeds in Iola

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
AT&T 302 Mbps 444 Mbps DSL
KwiKom Communications 195 Mbps 91 Mbps Fiber-optic
Cox 173 Mbps 18 Mbps Cable

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Iola.

Compare Iola internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Iola – 166 Mbps

    KS – 121 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Iola – 55 Mbps

    KS – 60 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Iola.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Iola

The largest internet providers in Iola are AT&T, Cox, and KwiKom Communications bringing DSL, cable, and fiber-optic options to Iola.

DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Iola residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Cox, which covers 97% of the area. Iola’s third most-available internet provider, KwiKom Communications, offers fiber-optic to around 100% of Iola residents.

AT&T DSL internet

Provider
AT&T
Starting price*
$55/mo.
Max download speed

5,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

0.768 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.

DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in Iola covering 100% of the area.

DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Iola to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.

Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Iola, $52.99.

AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Iola, $3.12.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 0.768 Mbps in Iola. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Iola's providers, 100 Mbps.

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Cox cable internet

Provider
Cox
Starting price*
$29.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

30 Mbps

Average availability

97%

*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.

Cable from Cox offers broadband to nearly all households in Iola covering 97% of the area.

Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Iola residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Cox start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Iola, $52.99.

Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Iola, $3.12.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in Iola. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Iola's providers, 100 Mbps.

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KwiKom Communications fiber-optic internet

Provider

KwiKom Communications

Starting price*
$55/mo.
Max download speed

40 Mbps

Max upload speed

25 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.

Fiber-optic from KwiKom Communications offers broadband to all households in Iola covering 100% of the area.

Fiber-optic service from KwiKom Communications is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Iola than other internet types.

Internet prices for KwiKom Communications start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Iola, $52.99.

KwiKom Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 5 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $11.00 per Mbps, significantly lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Iola, $3.12.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, KwiKom Communications offers download speeds up to 40 Mbps and upload speeds up to 25 Mbps in Iola. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Iola's providers, 100 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you live in the heart of Iola, you’ll likely have options from DSL, fiber-optic, and cable internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Iola, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Iola and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Iola at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Iola at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Iola residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Iola may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Iola DSL, fiber-optic, and cable internet providers.

Internet provider frequently asked questions

AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Iola with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Iola. The next fastest internet provider in Iola is Cox, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 97% of the area.

Cox offers the cheapest internet in Iola with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Iola, $52.99.

KwiKom Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Iola, covering 100% of the city. LaHarpe Telephone Company also offers fiber internet in Iola and is available to 0.076% of households.

Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.

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