In Elk City, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 87.8% of Elk City’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 94.66% of Elk City’s 285 residents. 5G reception covers up to 63.41% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Elk City providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Elk City, OR 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 Elk City
Coverage:
94.66% of Elk City
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.04% 4G: 54.57% 3G or 2G: 94.66%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Elk City
AT&T Wireless covers 94.66% 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 Elk City) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.04% |
0.18% |
4G |
54.57% |
39.21% |
2G or 3G |
94.66% |
87.79% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.04% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 54.57% of homes. 40.05% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Elk City mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Elk City
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.04% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 66.05% of Elk City homes. 94.66% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Elk City
Coverage:
75.78% of Elk City
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 63.41% 4G: 53.63% 3G or 2G: 56.00%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Elk City
T-Mobile covers 75.78% 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 Elk City) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
63.41% |
32.55% |
4G |
53.63% |
15.56% |
2G or 3G |
56.00% |
19.80% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 63.41% 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 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Elk City mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Elk City
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 63.41% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 75.78% of Elk City homes. 60.48% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Elk City
Verizon Wireless covers 72.50% 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 Elk City) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
68.10% |
34.86% |
2G or 3G |
65.98% |
32.22% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 68.10% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Elk City mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Elk City
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 72.25% of Elk City homes. 71.22% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Elk City homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Elk City land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Elk City Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Elk City, OR. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Elk City ranks #966 out of 1186 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Oregon.

Best Elk City Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of Elk City where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Elk City, OR: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Elk City. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 63.41% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 94.66% of Elk City homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Elk City, OR
If the price of a Elk City mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Elk City 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 Elk City 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.
Elk City, OR Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Elk City Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Elk City 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 Elk City covering 63.41% of homes in the area while 4G covers 79.14% of the city. Overall, 94.66% of homes (285 people) and 87.8% of the land (33.1 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Elk City

Elk City 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Elk City cover 63.41% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 32.55% or 12.3 square miles of Elk City are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Elk City comes from T-Mobile with 63.41% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Elk City

Elk City 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 Elk City, 74.80% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 79.14% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile has the best 4G network in Elk City with 75.78% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Elk City 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 Elk City houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 94.66% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Elk City land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 87.79% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 63.41% in Elk City.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with T-Mobile, covering 75.78% of Elk City.
- The top estimated average speed in Elk City, estimated at 45.02, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Elk City
If you live near Elk City 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 Elk City:
Cities close to Elk City
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