In Richland County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 95.7% of Richland County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 98.37% of Richland County’s 17,304 residents. 5G reception covers up to 62.25% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Richland County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Richland County, WI 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.
Coverage:
97.42% of Richland County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 86.60% 3G or 2G: 78.45%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Richland County
Verizon Wireless covers 97.42% 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 Richland County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
86.60% |
70.19% |
2G or 3G |
78.45% |
57.04% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 86.60% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Richland County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Richland County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.40% of Richland County homes. 84.50% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Richland County
Coverage:
80.29% of Richland County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 60.93% 4G: 58.65% 3G or 2G: 27.42%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Richland County
T-Mobile covers 80.29% 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 Richland County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
60.93% |
32.97% |
4G |
58.65% |
25.39% |
2G or 3G |
27.42% |
17.43% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 60.93% 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 T-Mobile as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Richland County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Richland County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 60.93% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 80.29% of Richland County homes. 27.42% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
42.89% of Richland County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 22.62% 3G or 2G: 1.04%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Richland County
AT&T Wireless covers 42.89% 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 Richland County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
22.62% |
21.96% |
2G or 3G |
1.04% |
1.05% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 22.62% 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 Richland County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Richland County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 42.53% of Richland County homes. 1.04% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Richland County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Richland County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Richland County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Richland County, WI. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Richland County ranks #1999 out of 2224 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Wisconsin.
Best Richland County Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northern areas of Richland County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Richland County, WI: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Richland County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 60.93% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 97.42% of Richland County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Richland County, WI
If the price of a Richland County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Richland 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 Richland 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 Richland County, WI
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Richland 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 Richland County and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Richland County
Coverage:
93.37% of Richland County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 37.92% 4G: 77.18% 3G or 2G: 93.17%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Richland County
US Cellular covers 93.37% 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 Richland County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
37.92% |
8.47% |
4G |
77.18% |
51.57% |
2G or 3G |
93.17% |
84.34% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 37.92% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 39.26% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Richland County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Richland County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 37.92% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 90.53% of Richland County homes. 93.17% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Despite being much smaller, US Cellular service is actually better for coverage and speeds in Richland County than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper county boundaries.
Richland County, WI Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Richland County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Richland 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 Richland County covering 62.25% of homes in the area while 4G covers 97.99% of the county. Overall, 98.37% of homes (17,304 people) and 95.7% of the land (561.2 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Richland County
Richland County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Richland County cover 62.25% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 35.23% or 206.5 square miles of Richland County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Richland County comes from T-Mobile with 60.93% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Richland County
Richland 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 Richland County, 89.47% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 97.99% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Richland County with 97.40% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Richland 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 Richland County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 97.42% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Richland County land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 93.56% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 60.93% in Richland County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 97.40% of Richland County.
- The top estimated average speed in Richland County, estimated at 42.63, Mbps is available through US Cellular.
Mobile Service Counties Near Richland County
If you live near Richland 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 Richland County:
Counties close to Richland County
- Sauk County, WI: better coverage
- Columbia County, WI: better coverage
- Allamakee County, IA: worse coverage
- Winneshiek County, IA: better coverage
- Dodge County, WI: better coverage
- Howard County, IA: better coverage
- Washington County, WI: better coverage
- Mitchell County, IA: better coverage
- Ozaukee County, WI: better coverage
- Worth County, IA: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Richland County
- Ashe County, NC: better coverage
- Adair County, MO: better coverage
- Boone County, IA: better coverage
- Woodford County, KY: better coverage
- Yazoo County, MS: better coverage
- Audrain County, MO: better coverage
- Nodaway County, MO: better coverage
- Nantucket County, MA: better coverage
- Nobles County, MN: better coverage
- Noble County, OK: better coverage