In San Jose, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of San Jose’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of San Jose’s 690 residents. 5G reception covers up to 49.79% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the San Jose providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
San Jose, 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.
Coverage:
100.00% of San Jose
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 100.00% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in San Jose
Verizon Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the city 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 San Jose) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 100.00% 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 San Jose mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in San Jose
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.99% of San Jose homes. 99.99% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in San Jose
Coverage:
77.13% of San Jose
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 50.98% 4G: 54.73% 3G or 2G: 49.32%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in San Jose
T-Mobile covers 77.13% of homes in the city 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 San Jose) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
50.98% |
98.43% |
4G |
54.73% |
63.82% |
2G or 3G |
49.32% |
94.20% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 50.98% 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 #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among San Jose mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in San Jose
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 50.98% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 75.53% of San Jose homes. 49.33% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in San Jose
Coverage:
100.00% of San Jose
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 9.65% 4G: 75.07% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in San Jose
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the city 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 San Jose) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
9.65% |
26.82% |
4G |
75.07% |
88.45% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 9.65% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 75.07% 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 San Jose mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in San Jose
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 9.65% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.99% of San Jose homes. 99.99% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of San Jose homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as San Jose land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the San Jose Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in San Jose, IL. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, San Jose ranks #2803 out of 3561 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Illinois.
Best San Jose Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the eastern areas of San Jose where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in San Jose, IL: Verizon Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, Verizon Wireless has the best speed and coverage in San Jose. Verizon Wireless has 5G that covers 50.98% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of San Jose homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in San Jose, IL
If the price of a San Jose mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose, IL
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in San Jose, 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 San Jose and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in San Jose
Coverage:
100.00% of San Jose
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 1.36% 4G: 99.88% 3G or 2G: 82.72%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in San Jose
US Cellular covers 100.00% of homes in the city 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 San Jose) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
1.36% |
4.96% |
4G |
99.88% |
99.67% |
2G or 3G |
82.72% |
96.44% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 1.36% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 98.52% 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 San Jose mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in San Jose
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 1.36% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.99% of San Jose homes. 82.72% 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 San Jose than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper city boundaries.
San Jose, IL Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
San Jose Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in San Jose may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the city. 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 San Jose covering 49.79% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (690 people) and 100.0% of the land (55.8 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in San Jose
San Jose 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in San Jose cover 49.79% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 98.41% or 55.0 square miles of San Jose are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in San Jose comes from T-Mobile with 50.98% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in San Jose
San Jose 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 San Jose, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.99% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless and US Cellular has the best 4G network in San Jose with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in San Jose for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the city, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to San Jose 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 San Jose land is provided by Verizon Wireless, AT&T Wireless, and US Cellular at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 50.98% in San Jose.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless and US Cellular, covering 100.00% of San Jose.
- The top estimated average speed in San Jose, estimated at 40.37, Mbps is available through US Cellular.
Mobile Service Cities Near San Jose
If you live near San Jose but aren’t technically in the city, 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 San Jose:
Cities close to San Jose
- Natrona, IL: better coverage
- Delavan, IL: worse coverage
- Emden, IL: better coverage
- Mason City, IL: better coverage
- Green Valley, IL: better coverage
- New Holland, IL: better coverage
- Hartsburg, IL: better coverage
- Teheran, IL: better coverage
- Parkland, IL: better coverage
- Forest City, IL: worse coverage
Cities with similar populations to San Jose
- Clermont, KY: worse coverage
- Two Rivers, AK: worse coverage
- Turtle River, MN: worse coverage
- Thornton, AR: better coverage
- Thompson, IA: worse coverage
- Dupree, SD: better coverage
- Daleville, MS: better coverage
- Dadeville, MO: better coverage
- Cut, TX: worse coverage
- Culdesac, ID: better coverage