In Malheur County, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 78.0% of Malheur County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.64% of Malheur County’s 31,571 residents. 5G reception covers up to 97.92% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Malheur County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Malheur County, OR 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.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Malheur County
Coverage:
98.19% of Malheur County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 4.48% 4G: 97.10% 3G or 2G: 97.67%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Malheur County
Verizon Wireless covers 98.19% 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 Malheur County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
4.48% |
1.90% |
4G |
97.10% |
39.52% |
2G or 3G |
97.67% |
40.23% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 4.48% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 92.62% 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 Malheur County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Malheur County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 4.48% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.67% of Malheur County homes. 97.31% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Malheur County
Coverage:
98.89% of Malheur County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 97.31% 4G: 92.99% 3G or 2G: 95.62%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Malheur County
T-Mobile covers 98.89% 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 Malheur County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
97.31% |
57.49% |
4G |
92.99% |
42.14% |
2G or 3G |
95.62% |
30.66% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 97.31% 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 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Malheur County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Malheur County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 97.31% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.85% of Malheur County homes. 95.72% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Malheur County
Coverage:
99.42% of Malheur County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 84.55% 4G: 97.32% 3G or 2G: 98.50%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Malheur County
AT&T Wireless covers 99.42% 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 Malheur County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
84.55% |
4.63% |
4G |
97.32% |
25.30% |
2G or 3G |
98.50% |
65.61% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 84.55% 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 AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Malheur County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Malheur County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 84.55% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.96% of Malheur County homes. 98.51% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Malheur County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Malheur County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Malheur County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Malheur County, OR. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Malheur County ranks #407 out of 1186 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Oregon.
Best Malheur County Cell Provider Key
The northeastern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Malheur County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Malheur County, OR: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Malheur County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 97.31% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.42% of Malheur County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Malheur County, OR
If the price of a Malheur County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Malheur 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 Malheur 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 Malheur County, OR
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Malheur 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 Malheur County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
95.71% of Malheur County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 88.81% 3G or 2G: 95.18%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Malheur County
US Cellular covers 95.71% 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 Malheur County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
88.81% |
22.22% |
2G or 3G |
95.18% |
37.90% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 88.81% of homes. 6.37% 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 Malheur County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Malheur County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 95.15% of Malheur County homes. 95.18% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about Choice Wireless in Malheur County
Choice Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Malheur County
Choice Wireless covers 61.43% of homes in the county with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 2G or 3G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Malheur County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
53.94% |
47.95% |
53.94% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Choice Wireless as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Malheur County mobile providers.
Choice Wireless Voice Quality in Malheur County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of Malheur County homes. 61.43% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Malheur County, OR Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Malheur County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Malheur 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 Malheur County covering 97.92% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.42% of the county. Overall, 99.64% of homes (31,546 people) and 78.0% of the land (7,712.4 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Malheur County
Malheur County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Malheur County cover 97.92% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 50.54% or 4,997.2 square miles of Malheur County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Malheur County comes from T-Mobile with 97.31% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Malheur County
Malheur 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 Malheur County, 98.81% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.42% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile has the best 4G network in Malheur County with 98.85% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Malheur 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 Malheur County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 99.42% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Malheur County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 70.18% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 97.31% in Malheur County.
- The top estimated average speed in Malheur County, estimated at 69.09, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Malheur County
If you live near Malheur 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 Malheur County:
Counties close to Malheur County
- Payette County, ID: better coverage
- Gem County, ID: better coverage
- Boise County, ID: worse coverage
- Deschutes County, OR: worse coverage
- Madison County, ID: better coverage
- Fremont County, ID: better coverage
- Lane County, OR: worse coverage
- Washakie County, WY: worse coverage
- Weston County, WY: worse coverage
- Pennington County, SD: worse coverage
Counties with similar populations to Malheur County
- Caroline County, MD: worse coverage
- Vega Alta Municipio, PR: better coverage
- Van Wert County, OH: better coverage
- Uvalde County, TX: better coverage
- Utuado Municipio, PR: worse coverage
- Upson County, GA: worse coverage
- Upshur County, WV: worse coverage
- Union County, SC: worse coverage
- Union County, OR: worse coverage
- Union County, MS: worse coverage