In Ellsworth, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 83.8% of Ellsworth’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 81.12% of Ellsworth’s 154 residents. 5G reception covers up to 0.00% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Ellsworth providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Ellsworth, NE 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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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Ellsworth
T-Mobile covers 12.30% 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 Ellsworth) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
12.30% |
26.51% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 12.30% of homes. We rank T-Mobile as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ellsworth mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Ellsworth
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 12.30% of Ellsworth homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
38.09% of Ellsworth
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 35.93% 3G or 2G: 0.46%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Ellsworth
AT&T Wireless covers 38.09% 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 Ellsworth) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
35.93% |
42.27% |
2G or 3G |
0.46% |
0.36% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 35.93% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ellsworth mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Ellsworth
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 38.09% of Ellsworth homes. 0.46% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Ellsworth
Verizon Wireless covers 65.27% 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 Ellsworth) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
14.36% |
16.78% |
2G or 3G |
19.76% |
23.94% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 14.36% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ellsworth mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Ellsworth
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 65.27% of Ellsworth homes. 10.75% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Ellsworth homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Ellsworth land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Ellsworth Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Ellsworth, NE. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Ellsworth ranks #1322 out of 1333 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Nebraska.

Best Ellsworth Cell Provider Key
The southwestern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Ellsworth where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Ellsworth, NE: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Ellsworth. AT&T Wireless has 4G that covers 65.27% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 65.27% of Ellsworth homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Ellsworth, NE
If the price of a Ellsworth mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Ellsworth 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 Ellsworth 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 Ellsworth, NE
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Ellsworth, 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 Ellsworth and the providers’ coverage areas.
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Viaero Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Ellsworth
Viaero Wireless covers 79.94% 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 Ellsworth) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
79.94% |
79.79% |
2G or 3G |
46.27% |
47.73% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 79.94% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Viaero Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ellsworth mobile providers.
Viaero Wireless Voice Quality in Ellsworth
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 79.94% of Ellsworth homes. 46.27% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Despite being much smaller, Viaero Wireless service is actually better for coverage and speeds in Ellsworth than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper city boundaries.
Ellsworth, NE Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Ellsworth Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Ellsworth 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. 4G covers 81.12% of the city. Overall, 81.12% of homes (154 people) and 83.8% of the land (522.5 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Ellsworth

Ellsworth 5G Coverage Key
5G networks in Ellsworth cover 0.00% of homes with 5G voice and data.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Ellsworth

Ellsworth 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 Ellsworth, 80.11% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 81.12% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Viaero Wireless has the best 4G network in Ellsworth with 79.94% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Ellsworth 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 Ellsworth houses is best with service from Viaero Wireless, with 79.94% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Ellsworth land is provided by Viaero Wireless at 79.79% of land area covered.
- The current best 4G coverage comes from Viaero Wireless reporting 79.94% in Ellsworth.
- The top estimated average speed in Ellsworth, estimated at 31.98, Mbps is available through Viaero Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Ellsworth
If you live near Ellsworth 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 Ellsworth:
Cities close to Ellsworth
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