In Monona, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 98.0% of Monona’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.57% of Monona’s 2,050 residents. 5G reception covers up to 91.70% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Monona providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Monona, IA 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.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Monona
T-Mobile covers 97.96% 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 Monona) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
97.96% |
88.84% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 97.96% of homes. We rank T-Mobile as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Monona mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Monona
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.96% of Monona homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Monona
AT&T Wireless covers 19.64% 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 Monona) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
19.64% |
15.43% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 19.64% of homes. We rank AT&T Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Monona mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Monona
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 19.64% of Monona homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Monona
Verizon Wireless covers 99.07% 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 Monona) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
97.22% |
86.17% |
2G or 3G |
97.78% |
89.80% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 97.22% 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 Monona mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Monona
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.04% of Monona homes. 96.48% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Monona homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Monona land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Monona Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Monona, IA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Monona ranks #1418 out of 2384 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Iowa.
Best Monona Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Monona where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Monona, IA: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Monona. T-Mobile has 4G that covers 99.04% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 99.07% of Monona homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Monona, IA
If the price of a Monona mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Monona 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 Monona 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 Monona, IA
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Monona, 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 Monona and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Monona
Coverage:
99.53% of Monona
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 91.70% 4G: 98.25% 3G or 2G: 99.06%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Monona
US Cellular covers 99.53% 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 Monona) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
91.70% |
71.46% |
4G |
98.25% |
91.70% |
2G or 3G |
99.06% |
95.32% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 91.70% 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 #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Monona mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Monona
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 91.70% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.52% of Monona homes. 99.06% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Despite being much smaller, US Cellular service is actually better for coverage and speeds in Monona than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper city boundaries.
Monona, IA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Monona Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Monona 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 Monona covering 91.70% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.57% of the city. Overall, 99.57% of homes (2,050 people) and 98.0% of the land (38.7 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Monona
Monona 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Monona cover 91.70% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 71.46% or 28.3 square miles of Monona are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Monona comes from US Cellular with 91.70% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Monona
Monona 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 Monona, 98.74% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.57% is covered by 4G HD voice service. US Cellular has the best 4G network in Monona with 99.52% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Monona 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 Monona houses is best with service from US Cellular, with 99.53% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Monona land is provided by US Cellular at 97.82% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from US Cellular reporting 91.70% in Monona.
- The top estimated average speed in Monona, estimated at 65.11, Mbps is available through US Cellular.
Mobile Service Cities Near Monona
If you live near Monona 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 Monona:
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