In McKenzie County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.3% of McKenzie County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.95% of McKenzie County’s 14,704 residents. 5G reception covers up to 84.52% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the McKenzie County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
McKenzie County, ND 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 McKenzie County
Coverage:
99.94% of McKenzie County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 27.95% 4G: 98.62% 3G or 2G: 99.90%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in McKenzie County
AT&T Wireless covers 99.94% 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 McKenzie County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
27.95% |
19.24% |
4G |
98.62% |
87.32% |
2G or 3G |
99.90% |
98.94% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 27.95% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 70.67% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among McKenzie County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in McKenzie County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 27.95% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.28% of McKenzie County homes. 99.90% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.51% of McKenzie County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 98.19% 3G or 2G: 98.61%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in McKenzie County
Verizon Wireless covers 99.51% 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 McKenzie County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
98.19% |
78.23% |
2G or 3G |
98.61% |
84.54% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 98.19% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among McKenzie County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in McKenzie County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.49% of McKenzie County homes. 97.52% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in McKenzie County
Coverage:
93.75% of McKenzie County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 78.46% 4G: 73.83% 3G or 2G: 17.75%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in McKenzie County
T-Mobile covers 93.75% 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 McKenzie County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
78.46% |
52.36% |
4G |
73.83% |
40.55% |
2G or 3G |
17.75% |
32.04% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 78.46% 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 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among McKenzie County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in McKenzie County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 78.46% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 93.66% of McKenzie County homes. 17.75% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of McKenzie County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as McKenzie County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the McKenzie County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in McKenzie County, ND. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, McKenzie County ranks #603 out of 1004 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in North Dakota.
Best McKenzie County Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of McKenzie County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in McKenzie County, ND: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in McKenzie County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 78.46% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.94% of McKenzie County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in McKenzie County, ND
If the price of a McKenzie County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in McKenzie 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 McKenzie 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 McKenzie County, ND
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in McKenzie 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 McKenzie County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
1.48% of McKenzie County
0.04% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 0.16% 3G or 2G: 1.20%
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Nemont Data Speeds and Coverage in McKenzie County
Nemont covers 1.48% 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 McKenzie County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.16% |
0.39% |
2G or 3G |
1.20% |
0.80% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.16% of homes. 1.04% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Nemont as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among McKenzie County mobile providers.
Nemont Voice Quality in McKenzie County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.16% of McKenzie County homes. 0.92% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
McKenzie County, ND Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
McKenzie County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in McKenzie 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 McKenzie County covering 84.52% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.70% of the county. Overall, 99.95% of homes (14,704 people) and 99.3% of the land (2,739.4 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in McKenzie County
McKenzie County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in McKenzie County cover 84.52% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 55.96% or 1,544.6 square miles of McKenzie County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in McKenzie County comes from T-Mobile with 78.46% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in McKenzie County
McKenzie 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 McKenzie County, 99.09% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.70% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in McKenzie County with 99.49% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in McKenzie 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 McKenzie County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 99.94% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all McKenzie County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 99.16% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 78.46% in McKenzie County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 99.49% of McKenzie County.
- The top estimated average speed in McKenzie County, estimated at 55.71, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near McKenzie County
If you live near McKenzie 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 McKenzie County:
Counties close to McKenzie County
- Williams County, ND: better coverage
- Dunn County, ND: worse coverage
- Richland County, MT: better coverage
- Mountrail County, ND: better coverage
- Mercer County, ND: worse coverage
- Roosevelt County, MT: better coverage
- Ward County, ND: better coverage
- McLean County, ND: better coverage
- McCone County, MT: worse coverage
- McHenry County, ND: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to McKenzie County
- Phelps County, NE: worse coverage
- Pike County, GA: better coverage
- Pike County, AR: worse coverage
- Pierce County, NE: worse coverage
- Pierce County, GA: better coverage
- Pickett County, TN: worse coverage
- Pickens County, AL: better coverage
- Phillips County, KS: worse coverage
- Phillips County, AR: better coverage
- Pike County, IL: better coverage