In Near North Side, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.9% of Near North Side’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Near North Side’s 81,521 residents. 5G reception covers up to 99.99% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Near North Side providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Near North Side, Chicago, IL 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.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Near North Side
Coverage:
99.98% of Near North Side
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 99.98% 4G: 99.98% 3G or 2G: 99.98%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Near North Side
AT&T Wireless covers 99.98% of homes in the neighborhood 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 Near North Side) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
99.98% |
99.73% |
4G |
99.98% |
99.73% |
2G or 3G |
99.98% |
99.73% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 99.98% 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 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Near North Side mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Near North Side
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 99.98% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.98% of Near North Side homes. 99.98% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Near North Side
Coverage:
100.00% of Near North Side
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 99.98% 4G: 99.98% 3G or 2G: 99.98%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Near North Side
T-Mobile covers 100.00% of homes in the neighborhood 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 Near North Side) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
99.98% |
99.77% |
4G |
99.98% |
99.77% |
2G or 3G |
99.98% |
99.81% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 99.98% 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 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Near North Side mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Near North Side
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 99.98% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.98% of Near North Side homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Near North Side
Coverage:
99.99% of Near North Side
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 86.97% 4G: 99.99% 3G or 2G: 99.97%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Near North Side
Verizon Wireless covers 99.99% of homes in the neighborhood 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 Near North Side) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
86.97% |
85.89% |
4G |
99.99% |
99.76% |
2G or 3G |
99.97% |
93.72% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 86.97% 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 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Near North Side mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Near North Side
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 86.97% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.99% of Near North Side 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 Near North Side homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Near North Side land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Near North Side Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Near North Side, Chicago, IL. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Near North Side ranks #128 out of 145 neighborhoods for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Chicago.
The western parts of the neighborhood feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of Near North Side where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Near North Side, Chicago, IL: AT&T Wireless and T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless and T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Near North Side. AT&T Wireless and T-Mobile has 5G that covers 99.98% of the neighborhood. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Near North Side homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Near North Side, Chicago, IL
If the price of a Near North Side mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Near North Side 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 Near North Side 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.
Near North Side, Chicago, IL Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
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Your mobile coverage in Near North Side may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the neighborhood. 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 Near North Side covering 99.99% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.99% of the neighborhood. Overall, 100.00% of homes (81,521 people) and 99.9% of the land (1.9 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Near North Side
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5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Near North Side cover 99.99% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 99.78% or 1.9 square miles of Near North Side are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Near North Side comes from AT&T Wireless and T-Mobile with 99.98% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Near North Side
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4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In Near North Side, 99.99% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.99% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Near North Side with 99.99% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Near North Side for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the neighborhood, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to Near North Side houses is best with service from T-Mobile, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Near North Side land is provided by T-Mobile at 99.91% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless and T-Mobile reporting 99.98% in Near North Side.
- The top estimated average speed in Near North Side, estimated at 70.99, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless and T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Neighborhoods Near Near North Side
If you live near Near North Side but aren’t technically in the neighborhood, 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 Near North Side:
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