In Bureau County, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Bureau County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Bureau County’s 33,244 residents. 5G reception covers up to 91.71% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Bureau County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Bureau County, 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.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Bureau County
Coverage:
100.00% of Bureau County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 74.66% 4G: 99.83% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Bureau 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 Bureau County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
74.66% |
63.15% |
4G |
99.83% |
99.88% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 74.66% 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 AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Bureau County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Bureau County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 74.66% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Bureau County homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Bureau County
Coverage:
100.00% of Bureau County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.16% 4G: 99.61% 3G or 2G: 99.54%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Bureau County
Verizon 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 Bureau County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.16% |
0.99% |
4G |
99.61% |
98.94% |
2G or 3G |
99.54% |
98.68% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.16% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.61% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Bureau County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Bureau County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.16% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Bureau County homes. 97.47% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Bureau County
Coverage:
97.86% of Bureau County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 78.13% 4G: 75.19% 3G or 2G: 90.63%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Bureau County
T-Mobile covers 97.86% 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 Bureau County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
78.13% |
73.76% |
4G |
75.19% |
63.86% |
2G or 3G |
90.63% |
80.92% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 78.13% 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 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Bureau County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Bureau County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 78.13% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 86.27% of Bureau County homes. 95.22% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Bureau County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Bureau County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Bureau County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Bureau County, IL. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Bureau County ranks #2520 out of 3561 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Illinois.
Best Bureau County Cell Provider Key
The southeastern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of Bureau County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Bureau County, IL: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Bureau County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 78.13% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Bureau County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Bureau County, IL
If the price of a Bureau County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Bureau 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 Bureau 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.
Local Mobile Providers in Bureau County, IL
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Bureau County, 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 Bureau County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
98.27% of Bureau County
0.11% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 75.17% 3G or 2G: 97.43%
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Illinois Valley Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Bureau County
Illinois Valley Cellular covers 98.27% 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 Bureau County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
75.17% |
45.64% |
2G or 3G |
97.43% |
96.65% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 75.17% of homes. 22.26% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Illinois Valley Cellular as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Bureau County mobile providers.
Illinois Valley Cellular Voice Quality in Bureau County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 75.17% of Bureau County homes. 96.13% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
US Cellular 5G available in Bureau County
Coverage:
66.35% of Bureau County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 1.07% 4G: 60.83% 3G or 2G: 0.03%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Bureau County
US Cellular covers 66.35% 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 Bureau County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
1.07% |
1.09% |
4G |
60.83% |
52.88% |
2G or 3G |
0.03% |
0.05% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 1.07% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 59.76% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Bureau County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Bureau County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 1.07% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 66.35% of Bureau County homes. 0.03% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Bureau County, IL Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Bureau County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Bureau 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 Bureau County covering 91.71% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (33,244 people) and 100.0% of the land (869.1 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Bureau County
Bureau County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Bureau County cover 91.71% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 89.74% or 779.9 square miles of Bureau County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Bureau County comes from T-Mobile with 78.13% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Bureau County
Bureau 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 Bureau County, 99.99% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Bureau County with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Bureau 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 Bureau County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Bureau County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 78.13% in Bureau County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless, covering 100.00% of Bureau County.
- The top estimated average speed in Bureau County, estimated at 55.47, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Bureau County
If you live near Bureau 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 Bureau County:
Counties close to Bureau County
- Putnam County, IL: worse coverage
- LaSalle County, IL: better coverage
- Henry County, IL: better coverage
- Grundy County, IL: better coverage
- Rock Island County, IL: better coverage
- Mercer County, IL: worse coverage
- Muscatine County, IA: worse coverage
- Louisa County, IA: better coverage
- Washington County, IA: better coverage
- Keokuk County, IA: worse coverage
Counties with similar populations to Bureau County
- Cass County, IN: better coverage
- Cibola County, NM: worse coverage
- Chippewa County, MI: worse coverage
- Morgan County, IL: better coverage
- Cherokee County, NC: worse coverage
- Cherokee County, AL: worse coverage
- Stoddard County, MO: better coverage
- Morgan County, CO: better coverage
- Charlevoix County, MI: worse coverage
- Montezuma County, CO: better coverage