In Leaf River, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Leaf River’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Leaf River’s 1,333 residents. 5G reception covers up to 77.14% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Leaf River providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Leaf River, IL 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 Leaf River
Coverage:
99.99% of Leaf River
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.01% 4G: 89.52% 3G or 2G: 60.50%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Leaf River
AT&T Wireless covers 99.99% 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 Leaf River) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.01% |
0.01% |
4G |
89.52% |
93.77% |
2G or 3G |
60.50% |
84.89% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.01% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 89.52% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Leaf River mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Leaf River
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.01% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.99% of Leaf River homes. 60.50% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Leaf River
Coverage:
100.00% of Leaf River
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 4.76% 4G: 100.00% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Leaf River
Verizon Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Leaf River) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
4.76% |
8.37% |
4G |
100.00% |
99.99% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 4.76% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 95.24% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Leaf River mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Leaf River
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 4.76% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Leaf River homes. 99.98% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Leaf River
Coverage:
87.36% of Leaf River
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 28.24% 4G: 22.90% 3G or 2G: 76.12%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Leaf River
T-Mobile covers 87.36% 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 Leaf River) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
28.24% |
45.34% |
4G |
22.90% |
30.39% |
2G or 3G |
76.12% |
80.87% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 28.24% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% of homes. 24.98% 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 Leaf River mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Leaf River
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 28.24% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 53.45% of Leaf River homes. 83.37% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Leaf River homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Leaf River land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Leaf River Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Leaf River, IL. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Leaf River ranks #3026 out of 3561 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Illinois.

Best Leaf River Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of Leaf River where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Leaf River, IL: Verizon Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, Verizon Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Leaf River. Verizon Wireless has 5G that covers 28.24% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Leaf River homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Leaf River, IL
If the price of a Leaf River mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Leaf River 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 Leaf River 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 Leaf River, IL
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Leaf River, 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 Leaf River and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Leaf River
Coverage:
100.00% of Leaf River
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 65.84% 4G: 74.31% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Leaf River
US Cellular covers 100.00% 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 Leaf River) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
65.84% |
48.87% |
4G |
74.31% |
61.34% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 65.84% 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 #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Leaf River mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Leaf River
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 65.84% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.57% of Leaf River homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Leaf River, IL Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Leaf River Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Leaf River 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 Leaf River covering 77.14% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (1,333 people) and 100.0% of the land (51.8 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Leaf River

Leaf River 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Leaf River cover 77.14% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 68.04% or 35.2 square miles of Leaf River are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Leaf River comes from US Cellular with 65.84% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Leaf River

Leaf River 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 Leaf River, 100.00% 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 Leaf River with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Leaf River 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 Leaf River houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless and US Cellular, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Leaf River land is provided by Verizon Wireless and US Cellular at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from US Cellular reporting 65.84% in Leaf River.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 100.00% of Leaf River.
- The top estimated average speed in Leaf River, estimated at 41.48, Mbps is available through Verizon Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Leaf River
If you live near Leaf River 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 Leaf River:
Cities close to Leaf River
- Lightsville, IL: better coverage
- Adeline, IL: worse coverage
- Egan, IL: worse coverage
- German Valley, IL: worse coverage
- Myrtle, IL: better coverage
- Mount Morris, IL: better coverage
- Maryland, IL: worse coverage
- Byron, IL: worse coverage
- Seward, IL: better coverage
- Forreston, IL: worse coverage
Cities with similar populations to Leaf River
- Hornbeak, TN: better coverage
- Old Forge, NY: better coverage
- North Utica, IL: better coverage
- Lake Waukomis, MO: better coverage
- Keota, OK: better coverage
- Keewatin, MN: better coverage
- Almond, WI: worse coverage
- Johnson City, OR: better coverage
- Iron City, GA: better coverage
- Hunters Creek, MI: better coverage








