In Ellis, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 30.4% of Ellis’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 78.16% of Ellis’s 236 residents. 5G reception covers up to 38.19% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Ellis providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Ellis, ID 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.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Ellis
Verizon Wireless covers 0.55% 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 Ellis) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.15% |
0.97% |
2G or 3G |
0.46% |
0.90% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.15% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ellis mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Ellis
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.55% of Ellis homes. 0.46% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Ellis
Coverage:
58.36% of Ellis
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.00% 4G: 37.74% 3G or 2G: 39.32%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Ellis
AT&T Wireless covers 58.36% 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 Ellis) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.00% |
0.33% |
4G |
37.74% |
7.19% |
2G or 3G |
39.32% |
19.44% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.00% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 37.74% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ellis mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Ellis
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.00% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 55.24% of Ellis homes. 39.32% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Ellis
Coverage:
49.56% of Ellis
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 42.16% 4G: 25.51% 3G or 2G: 34.76%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Ellis
T-Mobile covers 49.56% 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 Ellis) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
42.16% |
13.54% |
4G |
25.51% |
7.88% |
2G or 3G |
34.76% |
7.12% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 42.16% 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 #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ellis mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Ellis
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 42.16% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 49.55% of Ellis homes. 34.76% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Ellis homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Ellis land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Ellis Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Ellis, ID. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Ellis ranks #760 out of 804 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Idaho.
Best Ellis Cell Provider Key
The southeastern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the central areas of Ellis where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Ellis, ID: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Ellis. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 42.16% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 58.36% of Ellis homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Ellis, ID
If the price of a Ellis mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Ellis 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 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, ID
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Ellis, 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 and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about Custer Telephone Cooperative in Ellis
Custer Telephone Cooperative Data Speeds and Coverage in Ellis
Custer Telephone Cooperative covers 76.25% 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 Ellis) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
54.06% |
12.67% |
2G or 3G |
76.25% |
18.73% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 54.06% of homes. 22.19% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Custer Telephone Cooperative as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ellis mobile providers.
Custer Telephone Cooperative Voice Quality in Ellis
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 54.06% of Ellis homes. 55.53% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Despite being much smaller, Custer Telephone Cooperative service is actually better for coverage and speeds in Ellis than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper city boundaries.
Ellis, ID Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Ellis Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Ellis 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 Ellis covering 38.19% of homes in the area while 4G covers 70.93% of the city. Overall, 78.16% of homes (223 people) and 30.4% of the land (376.1 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Ellis
Ellis 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Ellis cover 38.19% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 5.43% or 67.2 square miles of Ellis are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Ellis comes from T-Mobile with 42.16% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Ellis
Ellis 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, 57.41% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 70.93% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Ellis with 55.24% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Ellis 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 Ellis houses is best with service from Custer Telephone Cooperative, with 76.25% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Ellis land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 22.12% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 42.16% in Ellis.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless, covering 55.24% of Ellis.
- The top estimated average speed in Ellis, estimated at 22.29, Mbps is available through Custer Telephone Cooperative.
Mobile Service Cities Near Ellis
If you live near Ellis 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 Ellis:
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