In Howard County, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Howard County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Howard County’s 10,151 residents. 5G reception covers up to 90.60% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Howard County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Howard County, MO 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 Howard County
Coverage:
100.00% of Howard County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 87.85% 4G: 98.06% 3G or 2G: 99.12%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Howard 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 Howard County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
87.85% |
76.95% |
4G |
98.06% |
96.09% |
2G or 3G |
99.12% |
98.22% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 87.85% 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 AT&T Wireless as #1 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Howard County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Howard County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 87.85% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.73% of Howard County homes. 99.12% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.96% of Howard County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 95.36% 3G or 2G: 97.22%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Howard County
Verizon Wireless covers 99.96% 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 Howard County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
95.36% |
89.28% |
2G or 3G |
97.22% |
94.76% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 95.36% 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 Howard County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Howard County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.95% of Howard County homes. 93.39% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Howard County
Coverage:
60.33% of Howard County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 39.22% 4G: 32.15% 3G or 2G: 30.93%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Howard County
T-Mobile covers 60.33% 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 Howard County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
39.22% |
42.10% |
4G |
32.15% |
33.38% |
2G or 3G |
30.93% |
26.23% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 39.22% 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 #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Howard County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Howard County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 39.22% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 56.06% of Howard County homes. 34.38% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Howard County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Howard County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Howard County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Howard County, MO. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Howard County ranks #1903 out of 3073 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Missouri.
Best Howard 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 Howard County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Howard County, MO: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Howard County. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 87.85% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Howard County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Howard County, MO
If the price of a Howard County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Howard 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 Howard 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 Howard County, MO
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Howard 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 Howard County and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Howard County
Coverage:
93.99% of Howard County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 45.57% 4G: 74.94% 3G or 2G: 81.43%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Howard County
US Cellular covers 93.99% 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 Howard County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
45.57% |
9.86% |
4G |
74.94% |
47.29% |
2G or 3G |
81.43% |
65.16% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 45.57% 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 US Cellular as #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Howard County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Howard County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 45.57% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 93.99% of Howard County homes. 81.43% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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Chariton Valley Data Speeds and Coverage in Howard County
Chariton Valley covers 34.52% 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 Howard County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
34.52% |
30.70% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 34.52% of homes. We rank Chariton Valley as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Howard County mobile providers.
Chariton Valley Voice Quality in Howard County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 34.52% of Howard County homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Howard County, MO Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Howard County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Howard 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 Howard County covering 90.60% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.98% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (10,151 people) and 100.0% of the land (463.8 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Howard County
Howard County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Howard County cover 90.60% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 78.74% or 365.2 square miles of Howard County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Howard County comes from AT&T Wireless with 87.85% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Howard County
Howard 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 Howard County, 98.78% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.98% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Howard County with 99.95% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Howard 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 Howard County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Howard County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 87.85% in Howard County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 99.95% of Howard County.
- The top estimated average speed in Howard County, estimated at 62.37, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Counties Near Howard County
If you live near Howard 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 Howard County:
Counties close to Howard County
- Saline County, MO: better coverage
- Audrain County, MO: better coverage
- Lafayette County, MO: better coverage
- Jackson County, MO: better coverage
- Clay County, MO: better coverage
- Platte County, MO: better coverage
- Wyandotte County, KS: better coverage
- Calhoun County, IL: worse coverage
- Leavenworth County, KS: better coverage
- Jersey County, IL: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Howard County
- Powell County, KY: better coverage
- Judith Basin County, MT: better coverage
- Kalkaska County, MI: worse coverage
- Kanabec County, MN: better coverage
- Kane County, UT: better coverage
- Karnes County, TX: better coverage
- King County, TX: worse coverage
- Piscataquis County, ME: better coverage
- Polk County, AR: worse coverage
- Polk County, NC: better coverage