In Ellis County, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Ellis County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Ellis County’s 28,934 residents. 5G reception covers up to 89.36% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Ellis County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Ellis 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.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Ellis County
Coverage:
100.00% of Ellis County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.44% 4G: 99.34% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Ellis County
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Ellis County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.44% |
10.87% |
4G |
99.34% |
88.26% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.44% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.34% 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 Ellis County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Ellis County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.44% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.89% of Ellis County homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Ellis County
Coverage:
96.83% of Ellis County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 90.99% 4G: 91.50% 3G or 2G: 1.31%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Ellis County
T-Mobile covers 96.83% 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 Ellis County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
90.99% |
70.22% |
4G |
91.50% |
39.93% |
2G or 3G |
1.31% |
13.57% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 90.99% 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 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ellis County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Ellis County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 90.99% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.83% of Ellis County homes. 1.31% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Ellis County
Coverage:
100.00% of Ellis County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 20.63% 4G: 99.89% 3G or 2G: 99.96%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Ellis County
Verizon Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Ellis County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
20.63% |
1.04% |
4G |
99.89% |
94.98% |
2G or 3G |
99.96% |
98.27% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 20.63% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 79.26% 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 Ellis County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Ellis County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 20.63% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Ellis County homes. 99.91% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Ellis County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Ellis County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Ellis County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Ellis County, KS. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Ellis County ranks #1121 out of 1811 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Kansas.

Best Ellis County Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Ellis County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Ellis County, KS: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Ellis County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 90.99% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Ellis County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Ellis County, KS
If the price of a Ellis County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Ellis 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 Ellis 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 Ellis County, KS
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Ellis 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 Ellis County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
99.62% of Ellis County
0.14% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.08% 3G or 2G: 99.54%
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Nex Tech Data Speeds and Coverage in Ellis County
Nex Tech covers 99.62% 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 Ellis County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.08% |
77.66% |
2G or 3G |
99.54% |
85.94% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.08% of homes. 0.46% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Nex Tech as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ellis County mobile providers.
Nex Tech Voice Quality in Ellis County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.08% of Ellis County homes. 99.54% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.63% of Ellis County
0.59% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.55% 3G or 2G: 99.24%
More about Viaero Wireless in Ellis County
Viaero Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Ellis County
Viaero Wireless covers 99.63% 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 Ellis County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.55% |
86.56% |
2G or 3G |
99.24% |
81.29% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.55% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Viaero Wireless as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ellis County mobile providers.
Viaero Wireless Voice Quality in Ellis County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.55% of Ellis County homes. 99.24% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Ellis County, KS Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Ellis County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Ellis 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 Ellis County covering 89.36% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (28,934 people) and 100.0% of the land (899.9 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Ellis County

Ellis County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Ellis County cover 89.36% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 70.78% or 637.0 square miles of Ellis County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Ellis County comes from T-Mobile with 90.99% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Ellis County

Ellis 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 Ellis County, 99.95% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Ellis County with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Ellis 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 Ellis County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Ellis County land is provided by AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 90.99% in Ellis County.
- The top estimated average speed in Ellis County, estimated at 64.60, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Ellis County
If you live near Ellis 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 Ellis County:
Counties close to Ellis County
- Russell County, KS: better coverage
- Ellsworth County, KS: better coverage
- Saline County, KS: better coverage
- Dickinson County, KS: better coverage
- Wallace County, KS: worse coverage
- Cheyenne County, CO: worse coverage
- Wabaunsee County, KS: better coverage
- Douglas County, KS: better coverage
- Johnson County, KS: better coverage
- Cass County, MO: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Ellis County
- Polk County, MO: better coverage
- Dakota County, NE: better coverage
- Dallas County, AL: better coverage
- Dare County, NC: better coverage
- Daviess County, IN: better coverage
- Davison County, SD: better coverage
- Dawson County, NE: worse coverage
- De Soto Parish, LA: better coverage
- Decatur County, IN: better coverage
- Defiance County, OH: better coverage









