In Pawnee County, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Pawnee County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Pawnee County’s 2,544 residents. 5G reception covers up to 2.68% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Pawnee County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Pawnee County, NE 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.
T-Mobile 5G available in Pawnee County
Coverage:
30.82% of Pawnee County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 6.15% 4G: 21.88% 3G or 2G: 30.12%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Pawnee County
T-Mobile covers 30.82% 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 Pawnee County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
6.15% |
11.04% |
4G |
21.88% |
30.68% |
2G or 3G |
30.12% |
35.68% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 6.15% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 21.88% of homes. 2.09% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Pawnee County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Pawnee County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 6.15% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 21.88% of Pawnee County homes. 30.12% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Pawnee County
Coverage:
99.82% of Pawnee County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.01% 4G: 76.46% 3G or 2G: 99.52%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Pawnee County
AT&T Wireless covers 99.82% 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 Pawnee County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.01% |
0.02% |
4G |
76.46% |
71.97% |
2G or 3G |
99.52% |
99.25% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.01% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 76.46% of homes. 23.05% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Pawnee County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Pawnee County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.01% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 86.25% of Pawnee County homes. 99.51% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Pawnee County
Coverage:
100.00% of Pawnee County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.21% 4G: 98.25% 3G or 2G: 99.94%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Pawnee County
Verizon 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 Pawnee County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.21% |
0.27% |
4G |
98.25% |
96.17% |
2G or 3G |
99.94% |
99.92% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.21% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 98.25% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #1 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Pawnee County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Pawnee County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.21% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Pawnee County homes. 98.42% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Pawnee County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Pawnee County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Pawnee County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Pawnee County, NE. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Pawnee County ranks #771 out of 1333 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Nebraska.

Best Pawnee County Cell Provider Key
The northern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Pawnee County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Pawnee County, NE: Verizon Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, Verizon Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Pawnee County. Verizon Wireless has 4G that covers 100.00% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Pawnee County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Pawnee County, NE
If the price of a Pawnee County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Pawnee 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 Pawnee 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 Pawnee County, NE
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Pawnee 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 Pawnee County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
56.56% of Pawnee County
0.59% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 20.07% 3G or 2G: 53.62%
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Viaero Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Pawnee County
Viaero Wireless covers 56.56% 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 Pawnee County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
20.07% |
34.26% |
2G or 3G |
53.62% |
47.44% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 20.07% of homes. 33.55% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Viaero Wireless as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Pawnee County mobile providers.
Viaero Wireless Voice Quality in Pawnee County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 20.07% of Pawnee County homes. 53.62% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
US Cellular 5G available in Pawnee County
Coverage:
99.94% of Pawnee County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 1.46% 4G: 92.05% 3G or 2G: 99.94%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Pawnee County
US Cellular covers 99.94% 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 Pawnee County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
1.46% |
2.70% |
4G |
92.05% |
78.52% |
2G or 3G |
99.94% |
99.69% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 1.46% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 92.05% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #2 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Pawnee County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Pawnee County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 1.46% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.74% of Pawnee County homes. 99.94% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Pawnee County, NE Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Pawnee County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Pawnee 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 Pawnee County covering 2.68% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (2,544 people) and 100.0% of the land (431.1 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Pawnee County

Pawnee County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Pawnee County cover 2.68% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 6.26% or 27.0 square miles of Pawnee County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Pawnee County comes from T-Mobile with 6.15% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Pawnee County

Pawnee 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 Pawnee County, 98.92% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Pawnee County with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Pawnee 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 Pawnee County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Pawnee County land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 6.15% in Pawnee County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 100.00% of Pawnee County.
- The top estimated average speed in Pawnee County, estimated at 39.45, Mbps is available through Verizon Wireless.
Mobile Service Counties Near Pawnee County
If you live near Pawnee 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 Pawnee County:
Counties close to Pawnee County
- Richardson County, NE: better coverage
- Gage County, NE: better coverage
- Jefferson County, NE: worse coverage
- Holt County, MO: better coverage
- Thayer County, NE: better coverage
- Gentry County, MO: better coverage
- Nuckolls County, NE: better coverage
- Webster County, NE: better coverage
- Grundy County, MO: worse coverage
- Franklin County, NE: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Pawnee County
- Putnam County, IL: better coverage
- Polk County, NE: better coverage
- Pondera County, MT: better coverage
- Pope County, IL: worse coverage
- Powder River County, MT: worse coverage
- Powell County, MT: better coverage
- Prairie County, MT: better coverage
- Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, AK: worse coverage
- Pulaski County, GA: better coverage
- Pulaski County, IL: better coverage









