In Knox County, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.9% of Knox County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.99% of Knox County’s 8,391 residents. 5G reception covers up to 42.94% 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, NE 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 Knox County
Coverage:
65.61% of Knox County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 42.11% 4G: 55.09% 3G or 2G: 18.15%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Knox County
T-Mobile covers 65.61% 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 |
42.11% |
25.06% |
4G |
55.09% |
26.04% |
2G or 3G |
18.15% |
9.86% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 42.11% 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 #5 out of 5 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 42.11% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 65.50% of Knox County homes. 18.15% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Knox County
Coverage:
98.90% of Knox County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 17.23% 4G: 95.49% 3G or 2G: 91.04%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Knox County
AT&T Wireless covers 98.90% 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 |
17.23% |
12.13% |
4G |
95.49% |
89.12% |
2G or 3G |
91.04% |
90.40% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 17.23% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 78.26% 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 Knox County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Knox County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 17.23% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.52% of Knox County homes. 91.04% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.93% of Knox County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 97.73% 3G or 2G: 86.92%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Knox County
Verizon Wireless covers 99.93% 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 Knox County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
97.73% |
91.64% |
2G or 3G |
86.92% |
88.44% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 97.73% 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 Knox County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Knox County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.92% of Knox County homes. 83.19% 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, NE. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Knox County ranks #297 out of 1333 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Nebraska.
Best Knox County Cell Provider Key
The eastern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the western areas of Knox County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Knox County, NE: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Knox County. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 42.11% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.93% of Knox County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Knox County, NE
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, NE
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.
Coverage:
94.47% of Knox County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 84.45% 3G or 2G: 93.94%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Knox County
US Cellular covers 94.47% 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 Knox County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
84.45% |
69.13% |
2G or 3G |
93.94% |
94.37% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 84.45% of homes. 9.49% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Knox County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Knox County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 91.22% of Knox County homes. 93.94% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
92.07% of Knox County
0.59% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 90.04% 3G or 2G: 89.91%
More about Viaero Wireless in Knox County
Viaero Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Knox County
Viaero Wireless covers 92.07% 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 Knox County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
90.04% |
84.00% |
2G or 3G |
89.91% |
86.40% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 90.04% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Viaero Wireless as #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Knox County mobile providers.
Viaero Wireless Voice Quality in Knox County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 90.04% of Knox County homes. 89.91% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Knox County, NE 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 42.94% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.96% of the county. Overall, 99.99% of homes (8,391 people) and 99.9% of the land (1,107.6 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 42.94% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 29.32% or 325.0 square miles of Knox County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Knox County comes from T-Mobile with 42.11% 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, 99.35% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.96% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Knox County with 99.92% 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 Verizon Wireless, with 99.93% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Knox County land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 99.66% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 42.11% in Knox County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 99.92% of Knox County.
- The top estimated average speed in Knox County, estimated at 43.54, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
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
- Cedar County, NE: worse coverage
- Union County, SD: better coverage
- Plymouth County, IA: better coverage
- Rock County, NE: worse coverage
- Brown County, NE: worse coverage
- Cherokee County, IA: worse coverage
- Buena Vista County, IA: better coverage
- Cherry County, NE: worse coverage
- Pocahontas County, IA: worse coverage
- Humboldt County, IA: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Knox County
- McIntosh County, GA: better coverage
- Oglethorpe County, GA: worse coverage
- Oglala Lakota County, SD: worse coverage
- Northampton County, NC: worse coverage
- Mills County, IA: worse coverage
- Mercer County, IL: better coverage
- Menard County, TX: better coverage
- McKenzie County, ND: better coverage
- McIntosh County, ND: worse coverage
- Ohio County, IN: worse coverage