In Ida County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Ida County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Ida County’s 7,005 residents. 5G reception covers up to 15.10% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Ida County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Ida County, IA 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.
T-Mobile 5G available in Ida County
Coverage:
71.01% of Ida County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 10.85% 4G: 36.22% 3G or 2G: 53.39%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Ida County
T-Mobile covers 71.01% 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 Ida County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
10.85% |
17.79% |
4G |
36.22% |
40.06% |
2G or 3G |
53.39% |
60.30% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 10.85% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 36.22% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ida County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Ida County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 10.85% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 50.28% of Ida County homes. 53.39% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Ida County
Coverage:
100.00% of Ida County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 9.98% 4G: 95.90% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Ida 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 Ida County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
9.98% |
6.23% |
4G |
95.90% |
85.86% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 9.98% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 85.92% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ida County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Ida County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 9.98% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.97% of Ida County homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Ida County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.95% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Ida 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 Ida County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.95% |
99.79% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.95% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ida County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Ida County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Ida County homes. 97.68% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Ida County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Ida County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Ida County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Ida County, IA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Ida County ranks #2033 out of 2384 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Iowa.
Best Ida County Cell Provider Key
The southwestern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the western areas of Ida County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Ida County, IA: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Ida County. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 10.85% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Ida County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Ida County, IA
If the price of a Ida County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Ida 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 Ida 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 Ida County, IA
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Ida 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 Ida County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
99.55% of Ida County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 89.04% 3G or 2G: 98.68%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Ida County
US Cellular covers 99.55% 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 Ida County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
89.04% |
77.09% |
2G or 3G |
98.68% |
95.29% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 89.04% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ida County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Ida County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.78% of Ida County homes. 98.68% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Ida County, IA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Ida County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Ida 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 Ida County covering 15.10% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (7,005 people) and 100.0% of the land (431.5 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Ida County
Ida County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Ida County cover 15.10% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 20.57% or 88.8 square miles of Ida County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Ida County comes from T-Mobile with 10.85% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Ida County
Ida 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 Ida County, 99.96% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Ida County with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Ida 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 Ida County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Ida 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 10.85% in Ida County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 100.00% of Ida County.
- The top estimated average speed in Ida County, estimated at 41.45, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Counties Near Ida County
If you live near Ida 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 Ida County:
Counties close to Ida County
- Sac County, IA: worse coverage
- Woodbury County, IA: better coverage
- Calhoun County, IA: better coverage
- Dakota County, NE: better coverage
- Dixon County, NE: better coverage
- Webster County, IA: better coverage
- Wayne County, NE: worse coverage
- Hamilton County, IA: better coverage
- Pierce County, NE: worse coverage
- Hardin County, IA: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Ida County
- Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, AK: worse coverage
- Hemphill County, TX: better coverage
- Henderson County, IL: better coverage
- Henry County, KY: better coverage
- Hickman County, KY: better coverage
- Hickory County, MO: better coverage
- Hidalgo County, NM: better coverage
- Highland County, VA: worse coverage
- Hinsdale County, CO: worse coverage
- Hitchcock County, NE: worse coverage