In Macon, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Macon’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Macon’s 179 residents. 5G reception covers up to 1.50% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Macon providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Macon, 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 Macon
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Macon
T-Mobile covers 11.84% 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 Macon) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
3.68% |
4.36% |
4G |
11.84% |
12.23% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 3.68% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 8.16% of homes. We rank T-Mobile as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Macon mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Macon
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 3.68% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 11.84% of Macon homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.78% of Macon
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 94.85% 3G or 2G: 99.76%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Macon
AT&T Wireless covers 99.78% 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 Macon) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
94.85% |
94.77% |
2G or 3G |
99.76% |
99.66% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 94.85% of homes. 4.91% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Macon mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Macon
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 95.07% of Macon homes. 99.75% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Macon
Verizon Wireless covers 99.99% 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 Macon) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
88.08% |
85.32% |
2G or 3G |
94.53% |
94.53% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 88.08% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Macon mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Macon
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.98% of Macon homes. 86.57% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Macon homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Macon land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Macon Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Macon, NE. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Macon ranks #718 out of 1333 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Nebraska.
Best Macon Cell Provider Key
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Macon, NE: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Macon. AT&T Wireless has 4G that covers 99.98% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 99.99% of Macon homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Macon, NE
If the price of a Macon mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Macon 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 Macon 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 Macon, NE
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Macon, 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 Macon and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about Viaero Wireless in Macon
Viaero Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Macon
Viaero Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Macon) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
96.05% |
95.89% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 100.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Viaero Wireless as #1 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Macon mobile providers.
Viaero Wireless Voice Quality in Macon
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.99% of Macon homes. 96.04% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about US Cellular in Macon
US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Macon
US Cellular covers 98.05% 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 Macon) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
63.48% |
56.76% |
2G or 3G |
98.05% |
97.42% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 63.48% of homes. 34.57% 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 Macon mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Macon
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 90.71% of Macon homes. 98.04% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Despite being much smaller, Viaero Wireless service is actually better for coverage and speeds in Macon than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper city boundaries.
Macon, NE Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Macon Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Macon 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 Macon covering 1.50% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (179 people) and 100.0% of the land (88.4 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Macon
Macon 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Macon cover 1.50% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 2.49% or 2.2 square miles of Macon are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Macon comes from T-Mobile with 3.68% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Macon
Macon 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 Macon, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.99% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Viaero Wireless has the best 4G network in Macon with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Macon 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 Macon houses is best with service from Viaero Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Macon land is provided by Viaero Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 3.68% in Macon.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Viaero Wireless, covering 100.00% of Macon.
- The top estimated average speed in Macon, estimated at 40.00, Mbps is available through Viaero Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Macon
If you live near Macon 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 Macon:
Cities close to Macon
- Hildreth, NE: better coverage
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- Wilcox, NE: worse coverage
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