In Multnomah County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 89.0% of Multnomah County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Multnomah County’s 815,428 residents. 5G reception covers up to 99.90% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Multnomah County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Multnomah County, OR 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.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Multnomah County
Coverage:
99.99% of Multnomah County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 98.57% 4G: 99.91% 3G or 2G: 99.99%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Multnomah County
Verizon Wireless covers 99.99% 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 Multnomah County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
98.57% |
61.69% |
4G |
99.91% |
77.19% |
2G or 3G |
99.99% |
83.80% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 98.57% 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 Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Multnomah County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Multnomah County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 98.57% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.96% of Multnomah County homes. 99.75% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Multnomah County
Coverage:
100.00% of Multnomah County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 99.23% 4G: 99.75% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Multnomah County
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Multnomah County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
99.23% |
59.40% |
4G |
99.75% |
72.05% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
88.87% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 99.23% 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 AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Multnomah County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Multnomah County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 99.23% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Multnomah County homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Multnomah County
Coverage:
99.97% of Multnomah County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 99.86% 4G: 99.67% 3G or 2G: 99.96%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Multnomah County
T-Mobile covers 99.97% 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 Multnomah County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
99.86% |
70.26% |
4G |
99.67% |
62.13% |
2G or 3G |
99.96% |
76.08% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 99.86% 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 Multnomah County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Multnomah County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 99.86% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.96% of Multnomah County homes. 99.97% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Multnomah County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Multnomah County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Multnomah County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Multnomah County, OR. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Multnomah County ranks #218 out of 1186 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Oregon.
Best Multnomah County Cell Provider Key
The southern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Multnomah County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Multnomah County, OR: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Multnomah County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 99.86% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Multnomah County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Multnomah County, OR
If the price of a Multnomah County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Multnomah 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 Multnomah 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 Multnomah County, OR
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Multnomah 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 Multnomah County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
4.45% of Multnomah County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 2.76% 3G or 2G: 4.45%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Multnomah County
US Cellular covers 4.45% 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 Multnomah County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
2.76% |
0.07% |
2G or 3G |
4.45% |
0.26% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 2.76% of homes. 1.69% 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 Multnomah County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Multnomah County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 2.76% of Multnomah County homes. 4.45% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Multnomah County, OR Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Multnomah County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Multnomah 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 Multnomah County covering 99.90% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (815,428 people) and 89.0% of the land (383.7 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Multnomah County
Multnomah County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Multnomah County cover 99.90% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 71.45% or 308.1 square miles of Multnomah County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Multnomah County comes from T-Mobile with 99.86% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Multnomah County
Multnomah 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 Multnomah County, 99.98% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Multnomah County with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Multnomah 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 Multnomah County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Multnomah County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 88.97% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 99.86% in Multnomah County.
- The top estimated average speed in Multnomah County, estimated at 70.90, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Multnomah County
If you live near Multnomah 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 Multnomah County:
Counties close to Multnomah County
- Clark County, WA: worse coverage
- Washington County, OR: worse coverage
- Skamania County, WA: worse coverage
- Hood River County, OR: worse coverage
- Tillamook County, OR: worse coverage
- Wasco County, OR: worse coverage
- Sherman County, OR: worse coverage
- Gilliam County, OR: worse coverage
- Wallowa County, OR: worse coverage
- Madison County, MT: worse coverage
Counties with similar populations to Multnomah County
- Kern County, CA: worse coverage
- Polk County, FL: worse coverage
- Lee County, FL: worse coverage
- Macomb County, MI: better coverage
- Middlesex County, NJ: better coverage
- Monroe County, NY: worse coverage
- Montgomery County, PA: worse coverage
- New Haven County, CT: worse coverage
- Norfolk County, MA: worse coverage
- Worcester County, MA: worse coverage