In Empire, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 78.0% of Empire’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.41% of Empire’s 61 residents. 5G reception covers up to 86.45% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Empire providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Empire, NV 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 Empire
Verizon Wireless covers 87.89% 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 Empire) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
77.26% |
7.01% |
2G or 3G |
87.89% |
34.95% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 77.26% 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 Empire mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Empire
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 80.31% of Empire homes. 80.31% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
98.46% of Empire
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 5.73% 3G or 2G: 98.46%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Empire
AT&T Wireless covers 98.46% 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 Empire) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
5.73% |
0.15% |
2G or 3G |
98.46% |
2.70% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 5.73% of homes. 92.73% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Empire mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Empire
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.50% of Empire homes. 98.46% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Empire
Coverage:
99.04% of Empire
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 86.45% 4G: 88.92% 3G or 2G: 98.78%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Empire
T-Mobile covers 99.04% 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 Empire) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
86.45% |
49.71% |
4G |
88.92% |
43.24% |
2G or 3G |
98.78% |
39.96% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 86.45% 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 Empire mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Empire
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 86.45% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.68% of Empire homes. 98.78% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Empire homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Empire land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Empire Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Empire, NV. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Empire ranks #267 out of 358 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Nevada.
Best Empire Cell Provider Key
The northwestern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of Empire where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Empire, NV: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Empire. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 86.45% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 99.04% of Empire homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Empire, NV
If the price of a Empire mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Empire 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 Empire 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 Empire, NV
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Empire, 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 Empire and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about Choice Wireless in Empire
Choice Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Empire
Choice Wireless covers 98.93% 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 Empire) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
98.46% |
65.55% |
2G or 3G |
98.93% |
57.70% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 98.46% of homes. 0.47% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Choice Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Empire mobile providers.
Choice Wireless Voice Quality in Empire
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.46% of Empire homes. 98.93% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Empire, NV Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Empire Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Empire 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 Empire covering 86.45% of homes in the area while 4G covers 98.72% of the city. Overall, 99.41% of homes (61 people) and 78.0% of the land (721.9 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Empire
Empire 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Empire cover 86.45% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 38.03% or 352.1 square miles of Empire are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Empire comes from T-Mobile with 86.45% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Empire
Empire 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 Empire, 97.18% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 98.72% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile has the best 4G network in Empire with 98.68% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Empire 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 Empire houses is best with service from T-Mobile, with 99.04% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Empire land is provided by Choice Wireless at 71.64% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 86.45% in Empire.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with T-Mobile, covering 98.68% of Empire.
- The top estimated average speed in Empire, estimated at 61.38, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Empire
If you live near Empire 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 Empire:
Cities close to Empire
- Sand Pass, NV: worse coverage
- Gerlach, NV: worse coverage
- Wendel, CA: better coverage
- Herlong, CA: better coverage
- Patton Village, CA: better coverage
- Sutcliffe, NV: better coverage
- Nixon, NV: better coverage
- Doyle, CA: better coverage
- Ravendale, CA: worse coverage
- Litchfield, CA: better coverage
Cities with similar populations to Empire
- Fostoria, AL: worse coverage
- Quaise, MA: worse coverage
- Punaluu, HI: better coverage
- West Lee, NY: worse coverage
- Kelloggsville, OH: better coverage
- Greenbrier, MD: better coverage
- Great Pond, ME: worse coverage
- Grayback, TX: worse coverage
- Wilson Creek, PA: better coverage
- Wilsonia, CA: worse coverage