In Thomas County, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.7% of Thomas County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.94% of Thomas County’s 669 residents. 5G reception covers up to 0.00% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Thomas County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Thomas County, NE 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:
87.70% of Thomas County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 86.90%
1-833-652-2264
More about AT&T Wireless in Thomas County
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Thomas County
AT&T Wireless covers 87.70% 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 Thomas County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
86.90% |
74.18% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 86.90% of homes. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Thomas County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Thomas County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 87.70% of Thomas County homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.91% of Thomas County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 87.30% 3G or 2G: 99.38%
More about Verizon Wireless in Thomas County
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Thomas County
Verizon Wireless covers 99.91% 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 Thomas County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
87.30% |
72.96% |
2G or 3G |
99.38% |
96.92% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 87.30% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #2 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Thomas County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Thomas County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.90% of Thomas County homes. 85.55% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Thomas County
T-Mobile covers 5.53% 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 Thomas County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
5.53% |
5.23% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 5.53% of homes. We rank T-Mobile as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Thomas County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Thomas County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 5.53% of Thomas County homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Thomas County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Thomas County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Thomas County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Thomas County, NE. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Thomas County ranks #1159 out of 1333 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Nebraska.
Best Thomas County Cell Provider Key
The eastern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of Thomas County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Thomas County, NE: Verizon Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, Verizon Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Thomas County. Verizon Wireless has 4G that covers 99.90% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.91% of Thomas County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Thomas County, NE
If the price of a Thomas County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Thomas 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 Thomas 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 Thomas County, NE
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Thomas 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 Thomas County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
96.46% of Thomas County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 47.92% 3G or 2G: 96.46%
More about US Cellular in Thomas County
US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Thomas County
US Cellular covers 96.46% 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 Thomas County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
47.92% |
35.85% |
2G or 3G |
96.46% |
88.25% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 47.92% of homes. 48.54% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Thomas County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Thomas County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 82.08% of Thomas County homes. 96.46% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.49% of Thomas County
0.59% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.25% 3G or 2G: 96.62%
More about Viaero Wireless in Thomas County
Viaero Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Thomas County
Viaero Wireless covers 99.49% 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 Thomas County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.25% |
97.03% |
2G or 3G |
96.62% |
93.44% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.25% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Viaero Wireless as #1 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Thomas County mobile providers.
Viaero Wireless Voice Quality in Thomas County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.23% of Thomas County homes. 96.61% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Despite being much smaller, Viaero Wireless service is actually better for coverage and speeds in Thomas County than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper county boundaries.
Thomas County, NE Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Thomas County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Thomas 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. 4G covers 99.93% of the county. Overall, 99.94% of homes (669 people) and 99.7% of the land (710.7 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Thomas County
Thomas County 5G Coverage Key
5G networks in Thomas County cover 0.00% of homes with 5G voice and data.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Thomas County
Thomas 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 Thomas County, 99.25% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.92% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Thomas County with 99.90% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Thomas 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 Thomas County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 99.91% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Thomas County land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 99.54% of land area covered.
- The current best 4G coverage comes from Verizon Wireless reporting 99.90% in Thomas County.
- The top estimated average speed in Thomas County, estimated at 39.70, Mbps is available through Viaero Wireless.
Mobile Service Counties Near Thomas County
If you live near Thomas 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 Thomas County:
Counties close to Thomas County
- Hooker County, NE: worse coverage
- Blaine County, NE: worse coverage
- Loup County, NE: worse coverage
- Grant County, NE: worse coverage
- Garfield County, NE: better coverage
- Wheeler County, NE: worse coverage
- Madison County, NE: better coverage
- Scotts Bluff County, NE: better coverage
- Stanton County, NE: better coverage
- Goshen County, WY: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Thomas County
- Ouray County, CO: better coverage
- Merrick County, NE: worse coverage
- Metcalfe County, KY: better coverage
- Middlesex County, VA: better coverage
- Miller County, GA: better coverage
- Mills County, TX: worse coverage
- Modoc County, CA: better coverage
- Monona County, IA: better coverage
- Osborne County, KS: better coverage
- Osceola County, IA: better coverage