In Mount Sterling, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Mount Sterling’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Mount Sterling’s 195 residents. 5G reception covers up to 98.24% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Mount Sterling providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Mount Sterling, 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.
T-Mobile 5G available in Mount Sterling
Coverage:
99.77% of Mount Sterling
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 98.24% 4G: 89.62% 3G or 2G: 96.70%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Mount Sterling
T-Mobile covers 99.77% 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 Mount Sterling) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
98.24% |
98.61% |
4G |
89.62% |
89.49% |
2G or 3G |
96.70% |
97.28% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 98.24% 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 Mount Sterling mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Mount Sterling
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 98.24% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.77% of Mount Sterling homes. 96.70% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
48.51% of Mount Sterling
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 14.79% 3G or 2G: 31.95%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Mount Sterling
AT&T Wireless covers 48.51% 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 Mount Sterling) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
14.79% |
7.05% |
2G or 3G |
31.95% |
24.09% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 14.79% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Mount Sterling mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Mount Sterling
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 46.07% of Mount Sterling homes. 31.95% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Mount Sterling
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 75.84% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Mount Sterling
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 Mount Sterling) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
75.84% |
74.31% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 75.84% 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 Mount Sterling mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Mount Sterling
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.69% of Mount Sterling homes. 91.31% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Mount Sterling homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Mount Sterling land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Mount Sterling Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Mount Sterling, IA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Mount Sterling ranks #948 out of 2384 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Iowa.
Best Mount Sterling Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of Mount Sterling where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Mount Sterling, IA: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Mount Sterling. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 98.24% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Mount Sterling homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Mount Sterling, IA
If the price of a Mount Sterling mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Mount Sterling 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 Mount Sterling 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 Mount Sterling, IA
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Mount Sterling, 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 Mount Sterling and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Mount Sterling
Coverage:
99.66% of Mount Sterling
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.67% 4G: 75.18% 3G or 2G: 99.59%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Mount Sterling
US Cellular covers 99.66% 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 Mount Sterling) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.67% |
0.93% |
4G |
75.18% |
75.02% |
2G or 3G |
99.59% |
99.48% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.67% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 75.18% of homes. 23.74% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Mount Sterling mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Mount Sterling
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.67% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 93.29% of Mount Sterling homes. 99.65% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Mount Sterling, IA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Mount Sterling Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Mount Sterling 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 Mount Sterling covering 98.24% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.86% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (195 people) and 100.0% of the land (34.4 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Mount Sterling
Mount Sterling 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Mount Sterling cover 98.24% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 98.61% or 33.9 square miles of Mount Sterling are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Mount Sterling comes from T-Mobile with 98.24% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Mount Sterling
Mount Sterling 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 Mount Sterling, 91.22% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.86% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile has the best 4G network in Mount Sterling with 99.77% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Mount Sterling 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 Mount Sterling houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Mount Sterling land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 98.24% in Mount Sterling.
- The top estimated average speed in Mount Sterling, estimated at 69.75, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Mount Sterling
If you live near Mount Sterling 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 Mount Sterling:
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