In Big Stone County, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Big Stone County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Big Stone County’s 5,166 residents. 5G reception covers up to 82.21% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Big Stone County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Big Stone County, MN 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.
Coverage:
100.00% of Big Stone County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.93% 3G or 2G: 99.88%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Big Stone County
Verizon Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the county 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 Big Stone County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.93% |
99.73% |
2G or 3G |
99.88% |
99.84% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.93% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Big Stone County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Big Stone County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Big Stone County homes. 99.43% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Big Stone County
Coverage:
91.76% of Big Stone County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 81.63% 4G: 69.19% 3G or 2G: 7.43%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Big Stone County
T-Mobile covers 91.76% of homes in the county 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 Big Stone County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
81.63% |
63.12% |
4G |
69.19% |
50.28% |
2G or 3G |
7.43% |
20.89% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 81.63% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Big Stone County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Big Stone County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 81.63% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 91.75% of Big Stone County homes. 7.43% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Big Stone County
Coverage:
100.00% of Big Stone County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 14.09% 4G: 99.81% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Big Stone County
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the county 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 Big Stone County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
14.09% |
25.03% |
4G |
99.81% |
99.57% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 14.09% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 85.72% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Big Stone County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Big Stone County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 14.09% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Big Stone County 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 Big Stone County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Big Stone County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Big Stone County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Big Stone County, MN. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Big Stone County ranks #1997 out of 2289 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Minnesota.

Best Big Stone County Cell Provider Key
The southwestern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northern areas of Big Stone County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Big Stone County, MN: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Big Stone County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 81.63% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Big Stone County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Big Stone County, MN
If the price of a Big Stone County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Big Stone County 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 Big Stone County 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.
Big Stone County, MN Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Big Stone County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Big Stone County may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the county. 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 Big Stone County covering 82.21% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (5,166 people) and 100.0% of the land (499.2 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Big Stone County

Big Stone County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Big Stone County cover 82.21% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 72.84% or 363.6 square miles of Big Stone County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Big Stone County comes from T-Mobile with 81.63% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Big Stone County

Big Stone County 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 Big Stone County, 99.97% 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 Big Stone County with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Big Stone County for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the county, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to Big Stone County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Big Stone County 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 81.63% in Big Stone County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless, covering 100.00% of Big Stone County.
- The top estimated average speed in Big Stone County, estimated at 57.96, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Big Stone County
If you live near Big Stone County but aren’t technically in the county, 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 Big Stone County:
Counties close to Big Stone County
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Counties with similar populations to Big Stone County
- Jeff Davis County, TX: worse coverage
- Guadalupe County, NM: better coverage
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- Esmeralda County, NV: worse coverage
- Webster County, MS: better coverage
- Winkler County, TX: better coverage
- Beaverhead County, MT: better coverage
- Beaver County, UT: better coverage
- Edmunds County, SD: better coverage
- Wilcox County, AL: worse coverage







