Mobile Coverage & Cell Phone Plans in Nevada City, CA


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In Nevada City, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 87.6% of Nevada City’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 97.10% of Nevada City’s 18,558 residents. 5G reception covers up to 82.90% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Nevada City providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.

 

Nevada City, CA Top Cell Providers

Bark Kid Phones

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


Mint

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

Verizon Wireless 5G available in Nevada City


Coverage:

93.42% of Nevada City

96.15% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 38.55% 4G: 78.77% 3G or 2G: 93.25%


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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Nevada City

Verizon Wireless covers 93.42% 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 Nevada City) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
38.55%
34.21%
4G
78.77%
52.71%
2G or 3G
93.25%
76.76%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 38.55% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 40.22% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Nevada City mobile providers.

Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Nevada City

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 38.55% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 82.27% of Nevada City homes. 80.93% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

AT&T Wireless

AT&T Wireless 5G available in Nevada City


Coverage:

96.06% of Nevada City

96.67% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 37.91% 4G: 78.19% 3G or 2G: 94.48%


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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Nevada City

AT&T Wireless covers 96.06% 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 Nevada City) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
37.91%
14.49%
4G
78.19%
56.29%
2G or 3G
94.48%
81.82%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 37.91% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 40.28% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Nevada City mobile providers.

AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Nevada City

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 37.91% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 80.75% of Nevada City homes. 94.48% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

T-Mobile

T-Mobile 5G available in Nevada City


Coverage:

88.22% of Nevada City

97.12% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 79.59% 4G: 65.95% 3G or 2G: 76.94%


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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Nevada City

T-Mobile covers 88.22% 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 Nevada City) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
79.59%
50.17%
4G
65.95%
38.97%
2G or 3G
76.94%
46.97%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 79.59% 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 Nevada City mobile providers.

T-Mobile Voice Quality in Nevada City

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 79.59% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 87.76% of Nevada City homes. 77.32% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Nevada City homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Nevada City land area.

 

Fastest Cell Service Down to the Nevada City Neighborhood

The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Nevada City, CA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Nevada City ranks #2967 out of 3619 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in California.

Map of the fastest cell company in Nevada City
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Best Nevada City Cell Provider Key

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AT&T
T-Mobile
Tie

 

The southwestern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Nevada City where mobile data speeds are generally slower.

 

Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Nevada City, CA: T-Mobile

Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Nevada City. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 79.59% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 96.06% of Nevada City homes.

 

Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Nevada City, CA

If the price of a Nevada City mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Nevada City 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 Nevada City wireless plan will quickly rise if you add additional lines or features such as a hotspot or unlimited data.

Mint

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.


Cricket Wireless

Coverage:

AT&T Network

Data Speeds:

Same as AT&T above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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Boost Mobile

Coverage:

T-Mobile Network

Data Speeds:

Same as T-Mobile above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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Visible

Coverage:

Verizon Network

Data Speeds:

Same as Verizon above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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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.

 

Nevada City, CA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Map of fastest mobile speeds in Nevada City
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Nevada City Fastest Speeds Key

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4G
5G

Your mobile coverage in Nevada City 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 Nevada City covering 82.90% of homes in the area while 4G covers 91.28% of the city. Overall, 97.10% of homes (18,544 people) and 87.6% of the land (138.5 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.

 

5G Coverage Map and Availability in Nevada City

Map of 5G mobile cell service in Nevada City
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Nevada City 5G Coverage Key

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5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Nevada City cover 82.90% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 57.69% or 91.3 square miles of Nevada City are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Nevada City comes from T-Mobile with 79.59% coverage.

 

4G Coverage Map and Availability in Nevada City

Map of 4G mobile cell service in Nevada City
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Nevada City 4G Coverage Key

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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 Nevada City, 85.67% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 91.28% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile has the best 4G network in Nevada City with 87.76% coverage.

Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Nevada City 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 Nevada City houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 96.06% of homes covered.
  • The best coverage across all Nevada City land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 87.25% of land area covered.
  • The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 79.59% in Nevada City.
  • The best 4G coverage is obtainable with T-Mobile, covering 87.76% of Nevada City.
  • The top estimated average speed in Nevada City, estimated at 56.51, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.

 

Mobile Service Cities Near Nevada City

If you live near Nevada City but aren’t technically in the city, or you like to explore the region a lot, your coverage availability and speeds may vary.

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