In Knox County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 98.8% of Knox County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.79% of Knox County’s 40,607 residents. 5G reception covers up to 91.29% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Knox County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Knox County, ME 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.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Knox County
Coverage:
98.33% of Knox County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 27.95% 4G: 94.91% 3G or 2G: 96.66%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Knox County
Verizon Wireless covers 98.33% 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 Knox County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
27.95% |
9.33% |
4G |
94.91% |
86.26% |
2G or 3G |
96.66% |
91.89% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 27.95% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 66.96% 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 Knox County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Knox County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 27.95% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.31% of Knox County homes. 94.25% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Knox County
Coverage:
93.91% of Knox County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 91.01% 4G: 70.83% 3G or 2G: 59.36%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Knox County
T-Mobile covers 93.91% 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 Knox County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
91.01% |
83.10% |
4G |
70.83% |
51.21% |
2G or 3G |
59.36% |
37.39% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 91.01% 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 Knox County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Knox County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 91.01% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 93.91% of Knox County homes. 59.36% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Knox County
Coverage:
99.02% of Knox County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.17% 4G: 89.06% 3G or 2G: 98.01%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Knox County
AT&T Wireless covers 99.02% 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 Knox County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.17% |
0.97% |
4G |
89.06% |
79.04% |
2G or 3G |
98.01% |
96.49% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.17% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 89.06% of homes. 8.78% 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 Knox County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Knox County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.17% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.54% of Knox County homes. 98.01% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Knox County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Knox County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Knox County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Knox County, ME. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Knox County ranks #663 out of 1181 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Maine.
Best Knox County Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northern areas of Knox County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Knox County, ME: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Knox County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 91.01% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.02% of Knox County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Knox County, ME
If the price of a Knox County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Knox 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 Knox 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 Knox County, ME
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Knox 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 Knox County and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Knox County
Coverage:
99.38% of Knox County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 27.33% 4G: 83.50% 3G or 2G: 97.32%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Knox County
US Cellular covers 99.38% 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 Knox County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
27.33% |
15.09% |
4G |
83.50% |
70.49% |
2G or 3G |
97.32% |
91.52% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 27.33% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 56.17% 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 Knox County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Knox County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 27.33% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.47% of Knox County homes. 97.32% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Knox County, ME Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Knox County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Knox 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 Knox County covering 91.29% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.78% of the county. Overall, 99.79% of homes (40,607 people) and 98.8% of the land (360.8 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Knox County
Knox County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Knox County cover 91.29% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 83.58% or 305.2 square miles of Knox County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Knox County comes from T-Mobile with 91.01% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Knox County
Knox 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 Knox County, 98.02% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.78% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Knox County with 98.31% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Knox 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 Knox County houses is best with service from US Cellular, with 99.38% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Knox County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 97.85% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 91.01% in Knox County.
- The top estimated average speed in Knox County, estimated at 64.62, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Knox County
If you live near Knox 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 Knox County:
Counties close to Knox County
- Lincoln County, ME: worse coverage
- Androscoggin County, ME: better coverage
- Oxford County, ME: better coverage
- Washington County, VT: worse coverage
- Addison County, VT: worse coverage
- Essex County, NY: worse coverage
- Jefferson County, NY: better coverage
- Arenac County, MI: worse coverage
- Ogemaw County, MI: worse coverage
- Manitowoc County, WI: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Knox County
- Allegany County, NY: worse coverage
- Auglaize County, OH: better coverage
- Monroe County, TN: worse coverage
- Newaygo County, MI: worse coverage
- Nelson County, KY: better coverage
- Natchitoches Parish, LA: worse coverage
- Muscatine County, IA: worse coverage
- Murray County, GA: better coverage
- Muhlenberg County, KY: worse coverage
- Mower County, MN: better coverage