In Mackay, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 66.6% of Mackay’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 97.73% of Mackay’s 734 residents. 5G reception covers up to 75.69% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Mackay providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Mackay, ID 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 Mackay
Coverage:
84.66% of Mackay
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 80.93% 4G: 82.19% 3G or 2G: 84.41%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Mackay
T-Mobile covers 84.66% 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 Mackay) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
80.93% |
12.40% |
4G |
82.19% |
12.64% |
2G or 3G |
84.41% |
15.08% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 80.93% 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 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Mackay mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Mackay
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 80.93% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 83.54% of Mackay homes. 84.41% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
95.75% of Mackay
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 72.10% 3G or 2G: 95.75%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Mackay
AT&T Wireless covers 95.75% of homes in the city 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 Mackay) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
72.10% |
5.46% |
2G or 3G |
95.75% |
48.04% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 72.10% of homes. 23.65% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Mackay mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Mackay
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 74.78% of Mackay homes. 95.75% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Mackay homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Mackay land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Mackay Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Mackay, ID. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Mackay ranks #575 out of 804 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Idaho.
Best Mackay Cell Provider Key
The southern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the western areas of Mackay where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Mackay, ID: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Mackay. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 80.93% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 95.75% of Mackay homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Mackay, ID
If the price of a Mackay mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Mackay 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 Mackay 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 Mackay, ID
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Mackay, 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 Mackay and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about Custer Telephone Cooperative in Mackay
Custer Telephone Cooperative Data Speeds and Coverage in Mackay
Custer Telephone Cooperative covers 97.72% of homes in the city 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 Mackay) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
96.41% |
58.00% |
2G or 3G |
97.72% |
66.52% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 96.41% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Custer Telephone Cooperative as #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Mackay mobile providers.
Custer Telephone Cooperative Voice Quality in Mackay
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.41% of Mackay homes. 96.21% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Mackay, ID Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Mackay Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Mackay 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 Mackay covering 75.69% of homes in the area while 4G covers 96.46% of the city. Overall, 97.73% of homes (726 people) and 66.6% of the land (257.3 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Mackay
Mackay 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Mackay cover 75.69% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 11.52% or 44.5 square miles of Mackay are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Mackay comes from T-Mobile with 80.93% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Mackay
Mackay 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 Mackay, 96.45% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 96.46% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Custer Telephone Cooperative has the best 4G network in Mackay with 96.41% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Mackay 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 Mackay houses is best with service from Custer Telephone Cooperative, with 97.72% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Mackay land is provided by Custer Telephone Cooperative at 66.52% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 80.93% in Mackay.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Custer Telephone Cooperative, covering 96.41% of Mackay.
- The top estimated average speed in Mackay, estimated at 57.46, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Mackay
If you live near Mackay 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 Mackay:
Cities close to Mackay
- Leslie, ID: better coverage
- Lost River, ID: worse coverage
- Darlington, ID: better coverage
- Moore, ID: better coverage
- Arco, ID: better coverage
- Butte City, ID: better coverage
- Butte, ID: better coverage
- Patterson, ID: worse coverage
- Howe, ID: worse coverage
- Lone Pine, ID: worse coverage
Cities with similar populations to Mackay
- Yorkshire, NY: better coverage
- Alta Vista, IA: worse coverage
- Argonia, KS: better coverage
- Augusta, IL: worse coverage
- Austin, PA: better coverage
- Balsam Grove, NC: worse coverage
- Bangs, OH: better coverage
- Bankston, AL: better coverage
- Allen, KY: worse coverage
- Pendleton, NY: better coverage