In Patterson, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Patterson’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Patterson’s 261 residents. 5G reception covers up to 62.39% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Patterson providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Patterson, 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 Patterson
Coverage:
100.00% of Patterson
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 59.28% 4G: 92.48% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Patterson
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Patterson) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
59.28% |
50.87% |
4G |
92.48% |
87.42% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 59.28% 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 Patterson mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Patterson
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 59.28% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Patterson homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Patterson
Verizon Wireless covers 62.09% 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 Patterson) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
43.48% |
34.41% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 43.48% of homes. We rank Verizon Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Patterson mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Patterson
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 62.09% of Patterson homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Patterson
Coverage:
60.36% of Patterson
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 37.09% 4G: 48.80% 3G or 2G: 17.21%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Patterson
T-Mobile covers 60.36% 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 Patterson) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
37.09% |
44.42% |
4G |
48.80% |
38.19% |
2G or 3G |
17.21% |
19.27% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 37.09% 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 #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Patterson mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Patterson
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 37.09% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 60.32% of Patterson homes. 17.21% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Patterson homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Patterson land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Patterson Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Patterson, IL. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Patterson ranks #3422 out of 3561 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Illinois.

Best Patterson Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Patterson where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Patterson, IL: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Patterson. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 59.28% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Patterson homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Patterson, IL
If the price of a Patterson mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Patterson 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 Patterson 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 Patterson, IL
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Patterson, 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 Patterson and the providers’ coverage areas.
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Patterson
US Cellular covers 94.64% 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 Patterson) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
73.55% |
64.78% |
2G or 3G |
89.18% |
87.69% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 73.55% of homes. 0.00% 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 Patterson mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Patterson
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 94.03% of Patterson homes. 93.39% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Patterson, IL Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Patterson Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Patterson 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 Patterson covering 62.39% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (261 people) and 100.0% of the land (21.3 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Patterson

Patterson 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Patterson cover 62.39% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 59.99% or 12.8 square miles of Patterson are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Patterson comes from AT&T Wireless with 59.28% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Patterson

Patterson 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 Patterson, 92.48% 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 Patterson with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Patterson 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 Patterson houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Patterson land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 59.28% in Patterson.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless, covering 100.00% of Patterson.
- The top estimated average speed in Patterson, estimated at 42.09, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Patterson
If you live near Patterson 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 Patterson:
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