In Ontonagon County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 95.0% of Ontonagon County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.61% of Ontonagon County’s 5,816 residents. 5G reception covers up to 72.30% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Ontonagon County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Ontonagon County, MI 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 Ontonagon County
Coverage:
99.59% of Ontonagon County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 67.05% 4G: 84.81% 3G or 2G: 98.80%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Ontonagon County
AT&T Wireless covers 99.59% 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 Ontonagon County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
67.05% |
21.79% |
4G |
84.81% |
48.20% |
2G or 3G |
98.80% |
93.32% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 67.05% 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 #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ontonagon County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Ontonagon County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 67.05% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.45% of Ontonagon County homes. 98.80% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
94.64% of Ontonagon County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 83.40% 3G or 2G: 88.90%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Ontonagon County
Verizon Wireless covers 94.64% 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 Ontonagon County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
83.40% |
47.29% |
2G or 3G |
88.90% |
66.24% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 83.40% 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 Ontonagon County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Ontonagon County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 93.95% of Ontonagon County homes. 81.60% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Ontonagon County
Coverage:
90.15% of Ontonagon County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 31.71% 4G: 76.32% 3G or 2G: 15.56%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Ontonagon County
T-Mobile covers 90.15% 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 Ontonagon County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
31.71% |
27.43% |
4G |
76.32% |
35.26% |
2G or 3G |
15.56% |
8.36% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 31.71% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 44.61% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ontonagon County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Ontonagon County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 31.71% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 90.15% of Ontonagon County homes. 15.56% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Ontonagon County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Ontonagon County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Ontonagon County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Ontonagon County, MI. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Ontonagon County ranks #2286 out of 2555 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Michigan.

Best Ontonagon County Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the eastern areas of Ontonagon County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Ontonagon County, MI: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Ontonagon County. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 67.05% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.59% of Ontonagon County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Ontonagon County, MI
If the price of a Ontonagon County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Ontonagon 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 Ontonagon 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 Ontonagon County, MI
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Ontonagon 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 Ontonagon County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
48.08% of Ontonagon County
0.63% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 48.08% 3G or 2G: 0.00%
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Cellcom Data Speeds and Coverage in Ontonagon County
Cellcom covers 48.08% 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 Ontonagon County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
48.08% |
34.88% |
2G or 3G |
0.00% |
0.02% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 48.08% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Cellcom as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ontonagon County mobile providers.
Cellcom Voice Quality in Ontonagon County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 48.08% of Ontonagon County homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Ontonagon County, MI Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Ontonagon County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Ontonagon 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 Ontonagon County covering 72.30% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.16% of the county. Overall, 99.61% of homes (5,816 people) and 95.0% of the land (1,245.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Ontonagon County

Ontonagon County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Ontonagon County cover 72.30% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 38.05% or 498.8 square miles of Ontonagon County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Ontonagon County comes from AT&T Wireless with 67.05% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Ontonagon County

Ontonagon 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 Ontonagon County, 95.41% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.16% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Ontonagon County with 98.45% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Ontonagon 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 Ontonagon County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 99.59% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Ontonagon County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 94.73% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 67.05% in Ontonagon County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless, covering 98.45% of Ontonagon County.
- The top estimated average speed in Ontonagon County, estimated at 47.61, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Counties Near Ontonagon County
If you live near Ontonagon 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 Ontonagon County:
Counties close to Ontonagon County
- Gogebic County, MI: better coverage
- Baraga County, MI: better coverage
- Houghton County, MI: better coverage
- Iron County, WI: worse coverage
- Ashland County, WI: better coverage
- Bayfield County, WI: better coverage
- Marquette County, MI: better coverage
- Lake County, MN: better coverage
- Alger County, MI: better coverage
- Douglas County, WI: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Ontonagon County
- Monroe County, KY: worse coverage
- Nottoway County, VA: better coverage
- Norton City, VA: better coverage
- Northampton County, VA: better coverage
- Nolan County, TX: better coverage
- Murray County, OK: better coverage
- Moultrie County, IL: better coverage
- Morrow County, OR: better coverage
- Morris County, TX: worse coverage
- Noxubee County, MS: worse coverage








