In Dade County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Dade County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.99% of Dade County’s 7,569 residents. 5G reception covers up to 84.71% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Dade County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Dade County, MO 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 Dade County
Coverage:
93.62% of Dade County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 83.62% 4G: 77.78% 3G or 2G: 72.91%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Dade County
T-Mobile covers 93.62% 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 Dade County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
83.62% |
82.34% |
4G |
77.78% |
68.86% |
2G or 3G |
72.91% |
69.92% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 83.62% 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 Dade County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Dade County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 83.62% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 93.47% of Dade County homes. 72.92% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Dade County
Coverage:
99.99% of Dade County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 16.34% 4G: 97.64% 3G or 2G: 98.25%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Dade County
Verizon Wireless covers 99.99% 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 Dade County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
16.34% |
12.79% |
4G |
97.64% |
96.83% |
2G or 3G |
98.25% |
97.80% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 16.34% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 81.30% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Dade County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Dade County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 16.34% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.99% of Dade County homes. 96.73% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Dade County
Coverage:
99.97% of Dade County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 38.81% 4G: 98.79% 3G or 2G: 99.04%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Dade County
AT&T Wireless covers 99.97% 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 Dade County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
38.81% |
39.37% |
4G |
98.79% |
97.96% |
2G or 3G |
99.04% |
98.27% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 38.81% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 59.98% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Dade County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Dade County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 38.81% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.97% of Dade County homes. 99.04% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Dade County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Dade County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Dade County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Dade County, MO. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Dade County ranks #2160 out of 3073 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Missouri.

Best Dade County Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Dade County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Dade County, MO: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Dade County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 83.62% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.99% of Dade County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Dade County, MO
If the price of a Dade County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Dade 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 Dade 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 Dade County, MO
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Dade 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 Dade County and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Dade County
Coverage:
94.31% of Dade County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.39% 4G: 54.22% 3G or 2G: 94.28%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Dade County
US Cellular covers 94.31% 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 Dade County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.39% |
0.41% |
4G |
54.22% |
36.64% |
2G or 3G |
94.28% |
92.69% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.39% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 54.22% of homes. 39.67% 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 Dade County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Dade County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.39% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 79.59% of Dade County homes. 94.28% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Dade County, MO Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Dade County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Dade 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 Dade County covering 84.71% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.99% of the county. Overall, 99.99% of homes (7,569 people) and 100.0% of the land (489.9 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Dade County

Dade County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Dade County cover 84.71% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 84.16% or 412.4 square miles of Dade County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Dade County comes from T-Mobile with 83.62% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Dade County

Dade 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 Dade County, 99.12% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.99% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Dade County with 99.99% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Dade 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 Dade County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 99.99% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Dade County land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 99.98% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 83.62% in Dade County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 99.99% of Dade County.
- The top estimated average speed in Dade County, estimated at 59.37, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Dade County
If you live near Dade 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 Dade County:
Counties close to Dade County
- Barton County, MO: better coverage
- Crawford County, KS: better coverage
- Texas County, MO: worse coverage
- Wilson County, KS: better coverage
- Elk County, KS: worse coverage
- Reynolds County, MO: worse coverage
- Iron County, MO: worse coverage
- Madison County, MO: better coverage
- Sumner County, KS: worse coverage
- Bollinger County, MO: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Dade County
- Aleutians West Census Area, AK: worse coverage
- Allendale County, SC: better coverage
- Allen County, KS: better coverage
- Alleghany County, VA: worse coverage
- Alleghany County, NC: worse coverage
- Alpine County, CA: worse coverage
- Wayne County, TN: worse coverage
- Yuma County, CO: worse coverage
- Alexander County, IL: worse coverage
- Aleutians East Borough, AK: worse coverage








