In Moorhead, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Moorhead’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Moorhead’s 487 residents. 5G reception covers up to 40.49% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Moorhead providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Moorhead, 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.
View plans
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.
View plans
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:
100.00% of Moorhead
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 95.53% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
More about Verizon Wireless in Moorhead
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Moorhead
Verizon 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 Moorhead) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
95.53% |
92.89% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 95.53% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Moorhead mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Moorhead
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Moorhead homes. 97.22% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Moorhead
Coverage:
100.00% of Moorhead
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.01% 4G: 48.03% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
More about AT&T Wireless in Moorhead
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Moorhead
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Moorhead) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.01% |
0.02% |
4G |
48.03% |
52.51% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.01% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 48.03% of homes. 51.96% 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 Moorhead mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Moorhead
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.01% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 77.25% of Moorhead homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Moorhead
Coverage:
73.95% of Moorhead
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 40.49% 4G: 46.45% 3G or 2G: 16.22%
More about T-Mobile in Moorhead
T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Moorhead
T-Mobile covers 73.95% 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 Moorhead) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
40.49% |
67.82% |
4G |
46.45% |
45.33% |
2G or 3G |
16.22% |
28.86% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 40.49% 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 #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Moorhead mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Moorhead
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 40.49% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 73.95% of Moorhead homes. 16.22% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Moorhead homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Moorhead land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Moorhead Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Moorhead, IA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Moorhead ranks #1876 out of 2384 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Iowa.
Best Moorhead Cell Provider Key
The northeastern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of Moorhead where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Moorhead, IA: Verizon Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, Verizon Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Moorhead. Verizon Wireless has 5G that covers 40.49% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Moorhead homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Moorhead, IA
If the price of a Moorhead mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Moorhead 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 Moorhead 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.
View plans
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 Moorhead, IA
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Moorhead, 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 Moorhead and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about US Cellular in Moorhead
US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Moorhead
US Cellular covers 30.15% 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 Moorhead) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
8.71% |
8.02% |
2G or 3G |
18.57% |
2.17% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 8.71% of homes. 9.86% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Moorhead mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Moorhead
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 16.00% of Moorhead homes. 18.57% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Moorhead, IA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Moorhead Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Moorhead 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 Moorhead covering 40.49% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (487 people) and 100.0% of the land (72.0 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Moorhead
Moorhead 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Moorhead cover 40.49% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 67.82% or 48.9 square miles of Moorhead are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Moorhead comes from T-Mobile with 40.49% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Moorhead
Moorhead 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 Moorhead, 95.78% 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 Moorhead with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Moorhead 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 Moorhead houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Moorhead land is provided by Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 40.49% in Moorhead.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 100.00% of Moorhead.
- The top estimated average speed in Moorhead, estimated at 38.21, Mbps is available through Verizon Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Moorhead
If you live near Moorhead 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 Moorhead:
Cities close to Moorhead
- Soldier, IA: better coverage
- Pisgah, IA: better coverage
- Turin, IA: worse coverage
- Castana, IA: worse coverage
- Blencoe, IA: worse coverage
- Little Sioux, IA: better coverage
- River Sioux, IA: better coverage
- Ute, IA: better coverage
- Dunlap, IA: worse coverage
- Onawa, IA: better coverage
Cities with similar populations to Moorhead
- Grady, AR: better coverage
- Talma, IN: better coverage
- Tallman, MI: worse coverage
- Tabiona, UT: worse coverage
- Sutherland, UT: better coverage
- Hammondville, AL: better coverage
- Hamby, TX: better coverage
- Halifax, KY: better coverage
- Grand River, IA: worse coverage
- Tannery, KY: worse coverage