In Pope County, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Pope County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Pope County’s 3,763 residents. 5G reception covers up to 57.69% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Pope County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Pope County, 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.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Pope County
Coverage:
98.10% of Pope County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 12.01% 4G: 86.98% 3G or 2G: 91.57%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Pope County
Verizon Wireless covers 98.10% 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 Pope County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
12.01% |
10.29% |
4G |
86.98% |
78.33% |
2G or 3G |
91.57% |
87.71% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 12.01% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 74.97% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Pope County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Pope County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 12.01% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.87% of Pope County homes. 84.15% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Pope County
Coverage:
64.82% of Pope County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 49.91% 4G: 37.44% 3G or 2G: 58.59%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Pope County
T-Mobile covers 64.82% 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 Pope County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
49.91% |
30.96% |
4G |
37.44% |
16.71% |
2G or 3G |
58.59% |
40.01% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 49.91% 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 #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Pope County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Pope County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 49.91% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 60.53% of Pope County homes. 59.27% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Pope County
Coverage:
100.00% of Pope County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 45.93% 4G: 82.78% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Pope County
AT&T 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 Pope County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
45.93% |
25.66% |
4G |
82.78% |
73.27% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 45.93% 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 #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Pope County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Pope County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 45.93% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 94.38% of Pope 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 Pope County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Pope County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Pope County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Pope County, IL. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Pope County ranks #3469 out of 3561 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Illinois.
Best Pope County Cell Provider Key
The eastern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Pope County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Pope County, IL: Verizon Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, Verizon Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Pope County. Verizon Wireless has 5G that covers 49.91% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Pope County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Pope County, IL
If the price of a Pope County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Pope 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 Pope 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.
Pope County, IL Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Pope County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Pope 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 Pope County covering 57.69% of homes in the area while 4G covers 98.05% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (3,763 people) and 100.0% of the land (368.9 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Pope County
Pope County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Pope County cover 57.69% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 38.24% or 141.1 square miles of Pope County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Pope County comes from T-Mobile with 49.91% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Pope County
Pope 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 Pope County, 89.24% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 98.05% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Pope County with 97.87% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Pope 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 Pope County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Pope County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 49.91% in Pope County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 97.87% of Pope County.
- The top estimated average speed in Pope County, estimated at 38.52, Mbps is available through Verizon Wireless.
Mobile Service Counties Near Pope County
If you live near Pope 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 Pope County:
Counties close to Pope County
- Hardin County, IL: better coverage
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- Ohio County, KY: better coverage
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- East Carroll Parish, LA: better coverage
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- Elliott County, KY: better coverage
- Elk County, KS: better coverage
- Edwards County, TX: better coverage
- Edwards County, IL: better coverage