In Elk County, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Elk County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.99% of Elk County’s 2,483 residents. 5G reception covers up to 44.83% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Elk County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Elk County, KS 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.
Coverage:
99.73% of Elk County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 89.21% 3G or 2G: 96.94%
More about Verizon Wireless in Elk County
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Elk County
Verizon Wireless covers 99.73% 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 Elk County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
89.21% |
85.40% |
2G or 3G |
96.94% |
92.01% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 89.21% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #2 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Elk County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Elk County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.73% of Elk County homes. 89.44% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Elk County
Coverage:
89.24% of Elk County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 44.87% 4G: 67.19% 3G or 2G: 34.38%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Elk County
T-Mobile covers 89.24% 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 Elk County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
44.87% |
35.17% |
4G |
67.19% |
28.40% |
2G or 3G |
34.38% |
20.09% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 44.87% 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 #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Elk County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Elk County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 44.87% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 89.24% of Elk County homes. 34.38% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Elk County
Coverage:
95.27% of Elk County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.02% 4G: 80.98% 3G or 2G: 84.43%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Elk County
AT&T Wireless covers 95.27% 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 Elk County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.02% |
0.07% |
4G |
80.98% |
71.89% |
2G or 3G |
84.43% |
92.70% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.02% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 80.98% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Elk County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Elk County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.02% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 92.29% of Elk County homes. 84.43% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Elk County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Elk County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Elk County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Elk County, KS. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Elk County ranks #1342 out of 1811 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Kansas.
Best Elk County Cell Provider Key
The northern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the western areas of Elk County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Elk County, KS: Verizon Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, Verizon Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Elk County. Verizon Wireless has 5G that covers 44.87% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.73% of Elk County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Elk County, KS
If the price of a Elk County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Elk 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 Elk 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 Elk County, KS
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Elk 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 Elk County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
98.70% of Elk County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 89.86% 3G or 2G: 98.70%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Elk County
US Cellular covers 98.70% 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 Elk County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
89.86% |
70.17% |
2G or 3G |
98.70% |
96.88% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 89.86% of homes. 8.84% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #1 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Elk County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Elk County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.16% of Elk County homes. 98.70% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about Pioneer in Elk County
Pioneer Data Speeds and Coverage in Elk County
Pioneer covers 0.42% 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 Elk County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.42% |
0.43% |
2G or 3G |
0.03% |
0.05% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.42% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Pioneer as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Elk County mobile providers.
Pioneer Voice Quality in Elk County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.42% of Elk County homes. 0.03% 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 Elk County than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper county boundaries.
Elk County, KS Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Elk County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Elk 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 Elk County covering 44.83% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.95% of the county. Overall, 99.99% of homes (2,483 people) and 100.0% of the land (644.1 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Elk County
Elk County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Elk County cover 44.83% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 35.16% or 226.5 square miles of Elk County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Elk County comes from T-Mobile with 44.87% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Elk County
Elk 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 Elk County, 98.15% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.95% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Elk County with 99.73% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Elk 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 Elk County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 99.73% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Elk County land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 99.39% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 44.87% in Elk County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 99.73% of Elk County.
- The top estimated average speed in Elk County, estimated at 36.21, Mbps is available through US Cellular.
Mobile Service Counties Near Elk County
If you live near Elk 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 Elk County:
Counties close to Elk County
- Wilson County, KS: better coverage
- Sumner County, KS: better coverage
- Crawford County, KS: better coverage
- Barton County, MO: better coverage
- Dade County, MO: better coverage
- Kiowa County, KS: better coverage
- Texas County, MO: worse coverage
- Haskell County, KS: better coverage
- Grant County, KS: better coverage
- Reynolds County, MO: worse coverage
Counties with similar populations to Elk County
- Donley County, TX: better coverage
- Sherman County, KS: better coverage
- Sheridan County, ND: worse coverage
- Sheridan County, MT: worse coverage
- Sheridan County, KS: better coverage
- Shelby County, MO: better coverage
- Shelby County, IA: worse coverage
- Sharkey County, MS: better coverage
- Shannon County, MO: worse coverage
- Edwards County, TX: better coverage