In Sterling County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Sterling County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Sterling County’s 1,372 residents. 5G reception covers up to 5.59% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Sterling County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Sterling County, TX 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 Sterling County
Coverage:
98.27% of Sterling County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 5.59% 4G: 93.78% 3G or 2G: 94.56%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Sterling County
T-Mobile covers 98.27% 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 Sterling County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
5.59% |
40.80% |
4G |
93.78% |
49.37% |
2G or 3G |
94.56% |
51.01% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 5.59% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 88.19% 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 Sterling County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Sterling County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 5.59% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.65% of Sterling County homes. 97.29% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Sterling County
Coverage:
99.97% of Sterling County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.02% 4G: 98.76% 3G or 2G: 99.97%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Sterling County
AT&T Wireless covers 99.97% 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 Sterling County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.02% |
0.60% |
4G |
98.76% |
83.39% |
2G or 3G |
99.97% |
99.58% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.02% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 98.76% of homes. 1.19% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Sterling County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Sterling County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.02% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.17% of Sterling County homes. 99.97% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.85% of Sterling County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 97.98% 3G or 2G: 99.68%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Sterling County
Verizon Wireless covers 99.85% 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 Sterling County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
97.98% |
73.06% |
2G or 3G |
99.68% |
94.38% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 97.98% 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 Sterling County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Sterling County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.81% of Sterling County homes. 98.02% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Sterling County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Sterling County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Sterling County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Sterling County, TX. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Sterling County ranks #4771 out of 5174 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Texas.
Best Sterling 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 Sterling County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Sterling County, TX: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Sterling County. AT&T Wireless has 4G that covers 99.81% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.97% of Sterling County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Sterling County, TX
If the price of a Sterling County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Sterling 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 Sterling 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 Sterling County, TX
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Sterling 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 Sterling County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
100.00% of Sterling County
0.27% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.50% 3G or 2G: 99.98%
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West Central Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Sterling County
West Central 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 Sterling County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.50% |
91.75% |
2G or 3G |
99.98% |
99.07% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.50% of homes. 0.48% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank West Central Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Sterling County mobile providers.
West Central Wireless Voice Quality in Sterling County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.50% of Sterling County homes. 99.98% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Despite being much smaller, West Central Wireless service is actually better for coverage and speeds in Sterling County than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper county boundaries.
Sterling County, TX Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Sterling County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Sterling 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 Sterling County covering 5.59% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.95% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (1,372 people) and 100.0% of the land (923.1 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Sterling County
Sterling County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Sterling County cover 5.59% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 40.87% or 377.4 square miles of Sterling County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Sterling County comes from T-Mobile with 5.59% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Sterling County
Sterling 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 Sterling County, 99.91% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.95% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Sterling County with 99.81% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Sterling 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 Sterling County houses is best with service from West Central Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Sterling County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 99.58% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 5.59% in Sterling County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 99.81% of Sterling County.
- The top estimated average speed in Sterling County, estimated at 39.81, Mbps is available through West Central Wireless.
Mobile Service Counties Near Sterling County
If you live near Sterling 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 Sterling County:
Counties close to Sterling County
- Glasscock County, TX: better coverage
- Coke County, TX: better coverage
- Runnels County, TX: better coverage
- Ector County, TX: better coverage
- Coleman County, TX: better coverage
- Brown County, TX: better coverage
- Winkler County, TX: better coverage
- Comanche County, TX: better coverage
- Loving County, TX: better coverage
- Hamilton County, TX: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Sterling County
- Tripp County, SD: better coverage
- Claiborne County, MS: better coverage
- Clark County, ID: worse coverage
- Clark County, KS: better coverage
- Clark County, SD: better coverage
- Clay County, NE: better coverage
- Toole County, MT: better coverage
- Towner County, ND: better coverage
- Traill County, ND: better coverage
- Traverse County, MN: better coverage