In Anchor, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Anchor’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Anchor’s 310 residents. 5G reception covers up to 21.02% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Anchor providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Anchor, IL Top Cell Providers
Starter Phones Designed for Child Safety
Coverage:
T-Mobile Network
Data Speeds:
Same as T-Mobile below
Plans start at $29/mo.
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Built-in Parental Controls | Approved Contacts Only | Parent-Controlled Internet Access
Plans include 5G where available.
Coverage:
T-Mobile Network
Data Speeds:
Same as T-Mobile below
Plans start at $15/mo.
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Mint Mobile provides very affordable plans using the same network as T-Mobile throughout the United States. Learn more about Mint vs. other carriers.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Anchor
Verizon Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 4G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Anchor) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 100.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Anchor mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Anchor
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Anchor homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Anchor
Coverage:
99.31% of Anchor
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 21.02% 4G: 39.24% 3G or 2G: 89.43%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Anchor
T-Mobile covers 99.31% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 5G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Anchor) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
21.02% |
30.13% |
4G |
39.24% |
66.95% |
2G or 3G |
89.43% |
91.71% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 21.02% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 39.24% of homes. 29.17% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Anchor mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Anchor
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 21.02% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 39.24% of Anchor homes. 99.31% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Anchor
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 100.00% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Anchor
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 4G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Anchor) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 100.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Anchor mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Anchor
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Anchor homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Anchor homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Anchor land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Anchor Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Anchor, IL. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Anchor ranks #3135 out of 3561 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Illinois.
Best Anchor Cell Provider Key
The northwestern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of Anchor where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Anchor, IL: Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Anchor. Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 21.02% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Anchor homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Anchor, IL
If the price of a Anchor mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Anchor including pre-paid, no-contract plans that start as low as $15 per line. Many of these providers such as Mint, Boost, and Cricket partner with the three major carriers to provide excellent coverage nationwide. With these discount options, the price of your Anchor wireless plan will quickly rise if you add additional lines or features such as a hotspot or unlimited data.
Plans include 5G where available.
Coverage:
T-Mobile Network
Data Speeds:
Same as T-Mobile above
Plans start at $15/mo.
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Mint Mobile provides very affordable plans using the same network as T-Mobile throughout the United States.
These providers all offer excellent coverage at a lower price compared to more well-known brands. Mint is generally regarded as the most affordable provider for unlimited data, with a high "throttle cap" of 35GB. Depending on where you live, you may prefer the AT&T network coverage offered by Cricket. Boost is a good option for international travelers.
Local Mobile Providers in Anchor, IL
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Anchor, and then partner with larger national companies to provide national service for traveling customers. We display network partners to the best of our ability but cannot guarantee coverage or charges outside of Anchor and the providers’ coverage areas.
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Illinois Valley Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Anchor
Illinois Valley Cellular covers 83.18% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 2G or 3G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Anchor) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
83.18% |
64.25% |
83.18% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Illinois Valley Cellular as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Anchor mobile providers.
Illinois Valley Cellular Voice Quality in Anchor
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of Anchor homes. 45.08% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Anchor, IL Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Anchor Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Anchor may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the city. To see coverage for an individual provider, click the provider's availability maps above.
There are several types of mobile coverage to consider when evaluating a carrier’s geographic reliability. 5G is the fastest mobile data connection in Anchor covering 21.02% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (310 people) and 100.0% of the land (36.2 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Anchor
Anchor 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Anchor cover 21.02% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 30.13% or 10.9 square miles of Anchor are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Anchor comes from T-Mobile with 21.02% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Anchor
Anchor 4G Coverage Key
4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In Anchor, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Anchor with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Anchor for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the city, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to Anchor houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Anchor land is provided by Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 21.02% in Anchor.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless, covering 100.00% of Anchor.
- The top estimated average speed in Anchor, estimated at 40.00, Mbps is available through Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Anchor
If you live near Anchor but aren’t technically in the city, or you like to explore the region a lot, your coverage availability and speeds may vary.
Enter your zip code here to find more precise mobile numbers on your exact location. Here are our mobile and cell phone guides for several popular locations in and around Anchor:
Cities close to Anchor
- Colfax, IL: worse coverage
- Cropsey, IL: better coverage
- Sibley, IL: worse coverage
- Garber, IL: better coverage
- Saybrook, IL: worse coverage
- Strawn, IL: better coverage
- Arrowsmith, IL: worse coverage
- Cooksville, IL: worse coverage
- Gibson City, IL: better coverage
- Weston, IL: better coverage
Cities with similar populations to Anchor
- Clemons, NY: worse coverage
- North Sebago, ME: better coverage
- Deersville, OH: better coverage
- Rocky Hill, AL: better coverage
- Toyei, AZ: worse coverage
- Guthery Crossroads, AL: better coverage
- Corley, TX: better coverage
- North Litchfield Beach, SC: better coverage
- North Fillmore, CA: better coverage
- Cody, NE: worse coverage