In Buffalo Prairie, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Buffalo Prairie’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Buffalo Prairie’s 289 residents. 5G reception covers up to 65.21% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Buffalo Prairie providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Buffalo Prairie, 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.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Buffalo Prairie
Coverage:
100.00% of Buffalo Prairie
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 19.62% 4G: 99.56% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Buffalo Prairie
Verizon Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Buffalo Prairie) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
19.62% |
18.60% |
4G |
99.56% |
99.74% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 19.62% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 79.94% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Buffalo Prairie mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Buffalo Prairie
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 19.62% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Buffalo Prairie homes. 99.60% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.17% of Buffalo Prairie
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 84.17% 3G or 2G: 99.17%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Buffalo Prairie
AT&T Wireless covers 99.17% 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 Buffalo Prairie) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
84.17% |
88.47% |
2G or 3G |
99.17% |
99.37% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 84.17% of homes. 15.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Buffalo Prairie mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Buffalo Prairie
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 92.94% of Buffalo Prairie homes. 99.17% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Buffalo Prairie
Coverage:
94.42% of Buffalo Prairie
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 65.19% 4G: 66.28% 3G or 2G: 93.74%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Buffalo Prairie
T-Mobile covers 94.42% 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 Buffalo Prairie) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
65.19% |
68.72% |
4G |
66.28% |
60.28% |
2G or 3G |
93.74% |
93.66% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 65.19% 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 #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Buffalo Prairie mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Buffalo Prairie
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 65.19% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 79.83% of Buffalo Prairie homes. 94.37% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Buffalo Prairie homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Buffalo Prairie land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Buffalo Prairie Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Buffalo Prairie, IL. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Buffalo Prairie ranks #3376 out of 3561 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Illinois.
Best Buffalo Prairie Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Buffalo Prairie where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Buffalo Prairie, IL: Verizon Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, Verizon Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Buffalo Prairie. Verizon Wireless has 5G that covers 65.19% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Buffalo Prairie homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Buffalo Prairie, IL
If the price of a Buffalo Prairie mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Buffalo Prairie 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 Buffalo Prairie 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 Buffalo Prairie, IL
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Buffalo Prairie, 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 Buffalo Prairie and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Buffalo Prairie
Coverage:
99.69% of Buffalo Prairie
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 22.99% 4G: 68.58% 3G or 2G: 99.69%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Buffalo Prairie
US Cellular covers 99.69% 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 Buffalo Prairie) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
22.99% |
17.86% |
4G |
68.58% |
68.56% |
2G or 3G |
99.69% |
99.63% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 22.99% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 68.58% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Buffalo Prairie mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Buffalo Prairie
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 22.99% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 95.80% of Buffalo Prairie homes. 99.69% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Buffalo Prairie, IL Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Buffalo Prairie Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Buffalo Prairie 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 Buffalo Prairie covering 65.21% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (289 people) and 100.0% of the land (27.2 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Buffalo Prairie
Buffalo Prairie 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Buffalo Prairie cover 65.21% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 68.72% or 18.7 square miles of Buffalo Prairie are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Buffalo Prairie comes from T-Mobile with 65.19% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Buffalo Prairie
Buffalo Prairie 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 Buffalo Prairie, 99.56% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Buffalo Prairie with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Buffalo Prairie 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 Buffalo Prairie houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Buffalo Prairie land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 65.19% in Buffalo Prairie.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 100.00% of Buffalo Prairie.
- The top estimated average speed in Buffalo Prairie, estimated at 45.91, Mbps is available through Verizon Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Buffalo Prairie
If you live near Buffalo Prairie 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 Buffalo Prairie:
Cities close to Buffalo Prairie
- Illinois City, IL: worse coverage
- Hamlet, IL: better coverage
- Millersburg, IL: better coverage
- Taylor Ridge, IL: better coverage
- Reynolds, IL: better coverage
- Joy, IL: better coverage
- Andalusia, IL: better coverage
- New Era, IA: better coverage
- Montpelier, IA: better coverage
- Buffalo, IA: better coverage
Cities with similar populations to Buffalo Prairie
- Cross Village, MI: better coverage
- South Sutton, MA: better coverage
- Shamrock, LA: better coverage
- Seboyeta, NM: worse coverage
- Schley, NC: better coverage
- Scalf, KY: worse coverage
- Saum, MN: better coverage
- Sacramento, IL: better coverage
- Rush Hill, MO: better coverage
- Rose Lake, ID: worse coverage