In Merrick County, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Merrick County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Merrick County’s 7,668 residents. 5G reception covers up to 63.23% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Merrick County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Merrick County, 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.
Coverage:
71.72% of Merrick County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 0.01% 3G or 2G: 41.99%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Merrick County
T-Mobile covers 71.72% 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 Merrick County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.01% |
0.06% |
2G or 3G |
41.99% |
43.08% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.01% of homes. 41.98% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Merrick County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Merrick County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.01% of Merrick County homes. 71.72% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Merrick County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.58% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Merrick County
Verizon Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Merrick County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.58% |
98.51% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
99.98% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.58% 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 Merrick County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Merrick County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Merrick County homes. 99.89% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.98% of Merrick County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.93% 3G or 2G: 99.98%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Merrick County
AT&T Wireless covers 99.98% 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 Merrick County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.93% |
99.45% |
2G or 3G |
99.98% |
99.85% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.93% of homes. 0.05% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #1 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Merrick County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Merrick County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.94% of Merrick County homes. 99.98% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Merrick County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Merrick County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Merrick County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Merrick County, NE. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Merrick County ranks #1260 out of 1333 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Nebraska.
Best Merrick County Cell Provider Key
The southeastern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Merrick County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Merrick 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 Merrick County. AT&T Wireless has 4G that covers 100.00% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Merrick County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Merrick County, NE
If the price of a Merrick County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Merrick 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 Merrick 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 Merrick County, NE
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Merrick 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 Merrick County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
99.98% of Merrick County
0.59% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.93% 3G or 2G: 99.97%
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Viaero Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Merrick County
Viaero Wireless covers 99.98% 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 Merrick County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.93% |
99.53% |
2G or 3G |
99.97% |
99.82% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.93% of homes. 0.04% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Viaero Wireless as #2 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Merrick County mobile providers.
Viaero Wireless Voice Quality in Merrick County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.93% of Merrick County homes. 99.97% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
US Cellular 5G available in Merrick County
Coverage:
99.98% of Merrick County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 63.23% 4G: 99.71% 3G or 2G: 99.98%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Merrick County
US Cellular covers 99.98% 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 Merrick County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
63.23% |
29.69% |
4G |
99.71% |
98.86% |
2G or 3G |
99.98% |
99.89% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 63.23% 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 US Cellular as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Merrick County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Merrick County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 63.23% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.94% of Merrick County homes. 99.98% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Merrick County, NE Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Merrick County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Merrick 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 Merrick County covering 63.23% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (7,668 people) and 100.0% of the land (487.3 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Merrick County
Merrick County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Merrick County cover 63.23% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 29.69% or 144.7 square miles of Merrick County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Merrick County comes from US Cellular with 63.23% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Merrick County
Merrick 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 Merrick County, 99.95% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Merrick County with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Merrick 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 Merrick County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Merrick County land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from US Cellular reporting 63.23% in Merrick County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 100.00% of Merrick County.
- The top estimated average speed in Merrick County, estimated at 39.97, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Counties Near Merrick County
If you live near Merrick 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 Merrick County:
Counties close to Merrick County
- Howard County, NE: worse coverage
- Polk County, NE: better coverage
- Butler County, NE: better coverage
- Sherman County, NE: better coverage
- Saunders County, NE: better coverage
- Douglas County, NE: better coverage
- Sarpy County, NE: better coverage
- Pottawattamie County, IA: better coverage
- Mills County, IA: better coverage
- Lincoln County, NE: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Merrick County
- Reagan County, TX: better coverage
- Jayuya Municipio, PR: better coverage
- Jeff Davis County, GA: better coverage
- Jeff Davis County, TX: better coverage
- Jefferson County, FL: better coverage
- Jefferson County, GA: better coverage
- Jefferson County, IA: better coverage
- Jefferson County, MS: better coverage
- Johnson County, NE: worse coverage
- Randolph County, GA: better coverage