In Polk County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Polk County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Polk County’s 492,401 residents. 5G reception covers up to 99.96% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Polk County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Polk County, IA 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 Polk County
Coverage:
99.99% of Polk County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 99.87% 4G: 99.29% 3G or 2G: 99.91%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Polk County
T-Mobile covers 99.99% 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 Polk County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
99.87% |
99.19% |
4G |
99.29% |
95.03% |
2G or 3G |
99.91% |
99.18% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 99.87% 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 Polk County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Polk County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 99.87% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.98% of Polk County homes. 99.93% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Polk County
Coverage:
100.00% of Polk County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 98.14% 4G: 100.00% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Polk 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 Polk County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
98.14% |
97.48% |
4G |
100.00% |
99.99% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 98.14% 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 Verizon Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Polk County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Polk County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 98.14% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Polk County homes. 99.98% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Polk County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.99% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Polk County
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Polk County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.99% |
99.90% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.99% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Polk County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Polk County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Polk County homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Polk County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Polk County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Polk County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Polk County, IA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Polk County ranks #290 out of 2384 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Iowa.
Best Polk County Cell Provider Key
The southwestern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Polk County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Polk County, IA: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Polk County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 99.87% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Polk County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Polk County, IA
If the price of a Polk County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Polk 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 Polk 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 Polk County, IA
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Polk 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 Polk County and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Polk County
Coverage:
100.00% of Polk County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 71.77% 4G: 99.75% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Polk County
US Cellular 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 Polk County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
71.77% |
57.18% |
4G |
99.75% |
98.76% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
99.97% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 71.77% 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 US Cellular as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Polk County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Polk County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 71.77% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.99% of Polk County homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Polk County, IA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Polk County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Polk 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 Polk County covering 99.96% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (492,401 people) and 100.0% of the land (572.2 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Polk County
Polk County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Polk County cover 99.96% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 99.64% or 570.1 square miles of Polk County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Polk County comes from T-Mobile with 99.87% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Polk County
Polk 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 Polk County, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Polk County with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Polk 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 Polk County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, AT&T Wireless, and US Cellular, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Polk County land is provided by Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 99.87% in Polk County.
- The top estimated average speed in Polk County, estimated at 70.91, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Polk County
If you live near Polk 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 Polk County:
Counties close to Polk County
- Dallas County, IA: worse coverage
- Jasper County, IA: worse coverage
- Guthrie County, IA: worse coverage
- Poweshiek County, IA: worse coverage
- Audubon County, IA: worse coverage
- Iowa County, IA: worse coverage
- Shelby County, IA: worse coverage
- Johnson County, IA: worse coverage
- Harrison County, IA: worse coverage
- Cedar County, IA: worse coverage
Counties with similar populations to Polk County
- Sonoma County, CA: worse coverage
- Jefferson County, CO: worse coverage
- Jefferson Parish, LA: better coverage
- Kane County, IL: better coverage
- Knox County, TN: better coverage
- Lake County, IN: better coverage
- Lancaster County, PA: worse coverage
- Loudoun County, VA: worse coverage
- Montgomery County, OH: better coverage
- Plymouth County, MA: worse coverage