Mobile Coverage & Cell Phone Plans in Emmet County, IA


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In Emmet County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Emmet County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Emmet County’s 9,388 residents. 5G reception covers up to 90.71% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Emmet County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.

 

Emmet County, IA Top Cell Providers

Bark Kid Phones

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


Mint

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

AT&T Wireless 5G available in Emmet County


Coverage:

100.00% of Emmet County

96.67% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 6.34% 4G: 99.99% 3G or 2G: 100.00%


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1-833-652-2264

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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Emmet 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 Emmet County) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
6.34%
19.43%
4G
99.99%
99.87%
2G or 3G
100.00%
100.00%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 6.34% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 93.65% 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 Emmet County mobile providers.

AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Emmet County

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 6.34% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Emmet County homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Verizon Wireless


Coverage:

100.00% of Emmet County

96.15% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 99.98% 3G or 2G: 100.00%


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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Emmet County

Verizon Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Emmet County) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
99.98%
99.89%
2G or 3G
100.00%
100.00%

4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.98% 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 Emmet County mobile providers.

Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Emmet County

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Emmet County homes. 99.97% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

T-Mobile

T-Mobile 5G available in Emmet County


Coverage:

99.85% of Emmet County

97.12% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 89.17% 4G: 95.40% 3G or 2G: 99.66%


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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Emmet County

T-Mobile covers 99.85% 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 Emmet County) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
89.17%
73.23%
4G
95.40%
77.13%
2G or 3G
99.66%
99.65%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 89.17% 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 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Emmet County mobile providers.

T-Mobile Voice Quality in Emmet County

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 89.17% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.45% of Emmet County homes. 99.66% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Emmet County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Emmet County land area.

 

Fastest Cell Service Down to the Emmet County Neighborhood

The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Emmet County, IA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Emmet County ranks #1456 out of 2384 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Iowa.

Map of the fastest cell company in Emmet County
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Best Emmet County Cell Provider Key

Verizon
AT&T
T-Mobile
Tie

 

The western parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of Emmet County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.

 

Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Emmet County, IA: T-Mobile

Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Emmet County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 89.17% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Emmet County homes.

 

Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Emmet County, IA

If the price of a Emmet County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Emmet 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 Emmet County wireless plan will quickly rise if you add additional lines or features such as a hotspot or unlimited data.

Mint

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.


Cricket Wireless

Coverage:

AT&T Network

Data Speeds:

Same as AT&T above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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Boost Mobile

Coverage:

T-Mobile Network

Data Speeds:

Same as T-Mobile above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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Coverage:

Verizon Network

Data Speeds:

Same as Verizon above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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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 Emmet County, IA

The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Emmet 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 Emmet County and the providers’ coverage areas.

US Cellular


Coverage:

99.92% of Emmet County

10.17% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 97.37% 3G or 2G: 99.90%


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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Emmet County

US Cellular covers 99.92% 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 Emmet County) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
97.37%
90.61%
2G or 3G
99.90%
99.69%

4G is the fastest cell coverage for 97.37% of homes. 2.53% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Emmet County mobile providers.

US Cellular Voice Quality in Emmet County

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.68% of Emmet County homes. 99.90% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

 

Emmet County, IA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Map of fastest mobile speeds in Emmet County
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Emmet County Fastest Speeds Key

2G
4G
5G

Your mobile coverage in Emmet 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 Emmet County covering 90.71% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (9,388 people) and 100.0% of the land (395.9 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.

 

5G Coverage Map and Availability in Emmet County

Map of 5G mobile cell service in Emmet County
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Emmet County 5G Coverage Key

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5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Emmet County cover 90.71% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 77.61% or 307.2 square miles of Emmet County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Emmet County comes from T-Mobile with 89.17% coverage.

 

4G Coverage Map and Availability in Emmet County

Map of 4G mobile cell service in Emmet County
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Emmet County 4G Coverage Key

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4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In Emmet County, 99.99% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Emmet County with 100.00% coverage.

Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Emmet 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 Emmet County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
  • The best coverage across all Emmet 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 89.17% in Emmet County.
  • The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless, covering 100.00% of Emmet County.
  • The top estimated average speed in Emmet County, estimated at 63.31, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.

 

Mobile Service Counties Near Emmet County

If you live near Emmet 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 Emmet County:

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