In Clarke County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.6% of Clarke County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.92% of Clarke County’s 9,748 residents. 5G reception covers up to 96.20% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Clarke County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Clarke County, IA 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.
T-Mobile 5G available in Clarke County
Coverage:
99.22% of Clarke County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 96.17% 4G: 91.96% 3G or 2G: 88.80%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Clarke County
T-Mobile covers 99.22% 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 Clarke County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
96.17% |
87.75% |
4G |
91.96% |
76.87% |
2G or 3G |
88.80% |
68.07% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 96.17% 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 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Clarke County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Clarke County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 96.17% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.22% of Clarke County homes. 89.54% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Clarke County
Coverage:
99.82% of Clarke County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 28.25% 4G: 95.39% 3G or 2G: 97.67%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Clarke County
Verizon Wireless covers 99.82% 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 Clarke County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
28.25% |
22.07% |
4G |
95.39% |
87.26% |
2G or 3G |
97.67% |
93.22% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 28.25% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 67.14% 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 Clarke County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Clarke County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 28.25% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.82% of Clarke County homes. 95.39% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.05% of Clarke County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 95.06% 3G or 2G: 98.77%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Clarke County
AT&T Wireless covers 99.05% 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 Clarke County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
95.06% |
85.32% |
2G or 3G |
98.77% |
96.53% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 95.06% of homes. 3.71% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Clarke County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Clarke County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.76% of Clarke County homes. 98.77% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Clarke County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Clarke County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Clarke County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Clarke County, IA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Clarke County ranks #1170 out of 2384 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Iowa.
Best Clarke County Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of Clarke County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Clarke County, IA: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Clarke County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 96.17% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.82% of Clarke County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Clarke County, IA
If the price of a Clarke County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Clarke 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 Clarke 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 Clarke County, IA
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Clarke 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 Clarke County and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Clarke County
Coverage:
98.97% of Clarke County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 64.09% 4G: 90.78% 3G or 2G: 98.97%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Clarke County
US Cellular covers 98.97% 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 Clarke County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
64.09% |
23.12% |
4G |
90.78% |
77.43% |
2G or 3G |
98.97% |
97.37% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 64.09% 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 US Cellular as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Clarke County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Clarke County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 64.09% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.84% of Clarke County homes. 98.97% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Clarke County, IA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Clarke County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Clarke 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 Clarke County covering 96.20% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.90% of the county. Overall, 99.92% of homes (9,748 people) and 99.6% of the land (429.5 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Clarke County
Clarke County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Clarke County cover 96.20% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 87.79% or 378.5 square miles of Clarke County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Clarke County comes from T-Mobile with 96.17% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Clarke County
Clarke 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 Clarke County, 97.82% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.90% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Clarke County with 99.82% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Clarke 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 Clarke County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 99.82% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Clarke County land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 99.29% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 96.17% in Clarke County.
- The top estimated average speed in Clarke County, estimated at 68.28, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Clarke County
If you live near Clarke 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 Clarke County:
Counties close to Clarke County
- Lucas County, IA: worse coverage
- Union County, IA: better coverage
- Adams County, IA: worse coverage
- Monroe County, IA: worse coverage
- Wapello County, IA: better coverage
- Montgomery County, IA: worse coverage
- Jefferson County, IA: better coverage
- Mills County, IA: worse coverage
- Henry County, IA: better coverage
- Sarpy County, NE: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Clarke County
- Madison County, FL: worse coverage
- Linn County, MO: worse coverage
- Little River County, AR: worse coverage
- Livingston County, MO: better coverage
- Logan County, KS: worse coverage
- Long County, GA: better coverage
- Los Alamos County, NM: better coverage
- Louisa County, IA: better coverage
- Love County, OK: worse coverage
- Loving County, TX: worse coverage