In Decorah, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.1% of Decorah’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.89% of Decorah’s 10,980 residents. 5G reception covers up to 89.22% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Decorah providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Decorah, 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 Decorah
Coverage:
78.56% of Decorah
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 31.73% 4G: 46.99% 3G or 2G: 25.86%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Decorah
T-Mobile covers 78.56% 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 Decorah) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
31.73% |
66.70% |
4G |
46.99% |
56.27% |
2G or 3G |
25.86% |
59.92% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 31.73% 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 Decorah mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Decorah
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 31.73% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 78.56% of Decorah homes. 25.86% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Decorah
Verizon Wireless covers 99.89% 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 Decorah) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
98.77% |
93.92% |
2G or 3G |
99.57% |
97.64% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 98.77% 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 Decorah mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Decorah
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.82% of Decorah homes. 97.30% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
39.17% of Decorah
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 19.62% 3G or 2G: 38.34%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Decorah
AT&T Wireless covers 39.17% 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 Decorah) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
19.62% |
33.31% |
2G or 3G |
38.34% |
50.20% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 19.62% of homes. 18.72% 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 Decorah mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Decorah
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 24.32% of Decorah homes. 38.34% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Decorah homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Decorah land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Decorah Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Decorah, IA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Decorah ranks #1506 out of 2384 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Iowa.
The central parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Decorah where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Decorah, IA: Verizon Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, Verizon Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Decorah. Verizon Wireless has 5G that covers 31.73% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 99.89% of Decorah homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Decorah, IA
If the price of a Decorah mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Decorah 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 Decorah 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 Decorah, IA
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Decorah, 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 Decorah and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Decorah
Coverage:
98.10% of Decorah
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 78.40% 4G: 93.02% 3G or 2G: 97.91%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Decorah
US Cellular covers 98.10% 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 Decorah) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
78.40% |
36.84% |
4G |
93.02% |
70.51% |
2G or 3G |
97.91% |
91.44% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 78.40% 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 #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Decorah mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Decorah
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 78.40% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.19% of Decorah homes. 97.91% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Despite being much smaller, US Cellular service is actually better for coverage and speeds in Decorah than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper city boundaries.
Decorah, IA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
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Your mobile coverage in Decorah 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 Decorah covering 89.22% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.83% of the city. Overall, 99.89% of homes (10,980 people) and 99.1% of the land (140.9 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Decorah
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5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Decorah cover 89.22% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 74.46% or 105.8 square miles of Decorah are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Decorah comes from US Cellular with 78.40% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Decorah
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4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In Decorah, 98.85% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.83% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Decorah with 99.82% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Decorah 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 Decorah houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 99.89% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Decorah land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 99.07% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from US Cellular reporting 78.40% in Decorah.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 99.82% of Decorah.
- The top estimated average speed in Decorah, estimated at 55.66, Mbps is available through US Cellular.
Mobile Service Cities Near Decorah
If you live near Decorah 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 Decorah:
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