In Lincoln County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.9% of Lincoln County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.99% of Lincoln County’s 34,676 residents. 5G reception covers up to 0.07% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Lincoln County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Lincoln County, NE Top Cell Providers
Coverage:
99.99% of Lincoln County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.09% 3G or 2G: 99.91%
More about Verizon Wireless in Lincoln County
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Lincoln County
Verizon Wireless covers 99.99% 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 Lincoln County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.09% |
84.44% |
2G or 3G |
99.91% |
97.65% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.09% 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 Lincoln County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Lincoln County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.99% of Lincoln County homes. 99.03% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.83% of Lincoln County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.06% 3G or 2G: 99.80%
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More about AT&T Wireless in Lincoln County
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Lincoln County
AT&T Wireless covers 99.83% 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 Lincoln County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.06% |
84.74% |
2G or 3G |
99.80% |
96.86% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.06% of homes. 0.74% 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 Lincoln County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Lincoln County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.15% of Lincoln County homes. 99.80% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Lincoln County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Lincoln County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Lincoln County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Lincoln County, NE. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Lincoln County ranks #1124 out of 1333 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Nebraska.
Best Lincoln County Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of Lincoln County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Lincoln 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 Lincoln County. AT&T Wireless has 4G that covers 99.99% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.99% of Lincoln County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Lincoln County, NE
If the price of a Lincoln County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Lincoln 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 Lincoln County wireless plan will quickly rise if you add additional lines or features such as a hotspot or unlimited data.
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 Lincoln County, NE
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Lincoln 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 Lincoln County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
98.89% of Lincoln County
0.59% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 98.68% 3G or 2G: 98.45%
More about Viaero Wireless in Lincoln County
Viaero Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Lincoln County
Viaero Wireless covers 98.89% 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 Lincoln County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
98.68% |
79.63% |
2G or 3G |
98.45% |
74.55% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 98.68% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Viaero Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lincoln County mobile providers.
Viaero Wireless Voice Quality in Lincoln County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.68% of Lincoln County homes. 98.45% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
US Cellular 5G available in Lincoln County
Coverage:
99.52% of Lincoln County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.07% 4G: 95.89% 3G or 2G: 99.52%
More about US Cellular in Lincoln County
US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Lincoln County
US Cellular covers 99.52% 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 Lincoln County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.07% |
0.44% |
4G |
95.89% |
47.84% |
2G or 3G |
99.52% |
93.84% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.07% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 95.89% of homes. 3.56% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lincoln County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Lincoln County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.07% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.40% of Lincoln County homes. 99.52% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Lincoln County, NE Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Lincoln County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Lincoln 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 Lincoln County covering 0.07% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.99% of the county. Overall, 99.99% of homes (34,676 people) and 99.9% of the land (2,561.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Lincoln County
Lincoln County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Lincoln County cover 0.07% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 0.44% or 11.3 square miles of Lincoln County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Lincoln County comes from US Cellular with 0.07% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Lincoln County
Lincoln 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 Lincoln County, 99.50% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.99% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Lincoln County with 99.99% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Lincoln 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 Lincoln County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 99.99% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Lincoln County land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 99.89% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from US Cellular reporting 0.07% in Lincoln County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 99.99% of Lincoln County.
- The top estimated average speed in Lincoln County, estimated at 39.65, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Counties Near Lincoln County
If you live near Lincoln 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 Lincoln County:
Counties close to Lincoln County
- Keith County, NE: better coverage
- Deuel County, NE: better coverage
- Sherman County, NE: better coverage
- Cheyenne County, NE: better coverage
- Howard County, NE: worse coverage
- Merrick County, NE: worse coverage
- Kimball County, NE: better coverage
- Polk County, NE: better coverage
- Butler County, NE: better coverage
- Laramie County, WY: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Lincoln County
- Geneva County, AL: better coverage
- St. Bernard Parish, LA: better coverage
- Snyder County, PA: better coverage
- Smyth County, VA: worse coverage
- Siskiyou County, CA: better coverage
- Sioux County, IA: better coverage
- Gilmer County, GA: better coverage
- Giles County, TN: better coverage
- Gibson County, IN: better coverage
- St. John the Baptist Parish, LA: better coverage