In Plumas County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 66.8% of Plumas County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 97.49% of Plumas County’s 19,790 residents. 5G reception covers up to 80.44% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Plumas County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Plumas County, CA 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.
View plans
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.
View plans
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 Plumas County
Coverage:
93.72% of Plumas County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 82.44% 4G: 88.50% 3G or 2G: 86.49%
More about T-Mobile in Plumas County
T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Plumas County
T-Mobile covers 93.72% 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 Plumas County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
82.44% |
34.28% |
4G |
88.50% |
29.56% |
2G or 3G |
86.49% |
30.24% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 82.44% 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 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Plumas County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Plumas County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 82.44% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 93.72% of Plumas County homes. 86.49% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Plumas County
Coverage:
94.50% of Plumas County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.20% 4G: 88.69% 3G or 2G: 92.80%
1-833-652-2264
More about AT&T Wireless in Plumas County
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Plumas County
AT&T Wireless covers 94.50% 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 Plumas County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.20% |
0.10% |
4G |
88.69% |
27.78% |
2G or 3G |
92.80% |
43.53% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.20% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 88.69% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Plumas County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Plumas County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.20% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 93.45% of Plumas County homes. 92.80% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Plumas County
Coverage:
92.63% of Plumas County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 15.86% 4G: 76.51% 3G or 2G: 91.63%
More about Verizon Wireless in Plumas County
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Plumas County
Verizon Wireless covers 92.63% 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 Plumas County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
15.86% |
0.81% |
4G |
76.51% |
30.62% |
2G or 3G |
91.63% |
56.91% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 15.86% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 76.51% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Plumas County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Plumas County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 15.86% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 80.32% of Plumas County homes. 78.03% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Plumas County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Plumas County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Plumas County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Plumas County, CA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Plumas County ranks #3013 out of 3619 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in California.
Best Plumas County Cell Provider Key
The southeastern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Plumas County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Plumas County, CA: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Plumas County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 82.44% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 94.50% of Plumas County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Plumas County, CA
If the price of a Plumas County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Plumas 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 Plumas 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.
View plans
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 Plumas County, CA
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Plumas 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 Plumas County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
91.45% of Plumas County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 72.81% 3G or 2G: 91.38%
More about US Cellular in Plumas County
US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Plumas County
US Cellular covers 91.45% 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 Plumas County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
72.81% |
20.23% |
2G or 3G |
91.38% |
46.84% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 72.81% of homes. 18.57% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Plumas County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Plumas County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 85.46% of Plumas County homes. 91.38% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Plumas County, CA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Plumas County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Plumas 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 Plumas County covering 80.44% of homes in the area while 4G covers 95.56% of the county. Overall, 97.49% of homes (19,757 people) and 66.8% of the land (1,704.9 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Plumas County
Plumas County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Plumas County cover 80.44% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 32.58% or 831.8 square miles of Plumas County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Plumas County comes from T-Mobile with 82.44% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Plumas County
Plumas 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 Plumas County, 90.92% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 95.56% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile has the best 4G network in Plumas County with 93.72% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Plumas 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 Plumas County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 94.50% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Plumas County land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 58.20% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 82.44% in Plumas County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with T-Mobile, covering 93.72% of Plumas County.
- The top estimated average speed in Plumas County, estimated at 58.53, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Plumas County
If you live near Plumas 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 Plumas County:
Counties close to Plumas County
- Eureka County, NV: better coverage
- Rio Blanco County, CO: better coverage
- Grand County, CO: worse coverage
- Gilpin County, CO: better coverage
- Boulder County, CO: better coverage
- Broomfield County, CO: better coverage
- Adams County, CO: better coverage
- Washington County, CO: worse coverage
- Yuma County, CO: better coverage
- Dundy County, NE: worse coverage
Counties with similar populations to Plumas County
- Fergus County, MT: better coverage
- Spencer County, KY: better coverage
- Spencer County, IN: better coverage
- Gallia County, OH: better coverage
- Fredericksburg City, VA: better coverage
- Franklin County, KS: better coverage
- Franklin County, IN: better coverage
- Franklin County, GA: better coverage
- Ford County, IL: better coverage
- Fluvanna County, VA: better coverage