In Thurston, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Thurston’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Thurston’s 417 residents. 5G reception covers up to 6.76% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Thurston providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Thurston, 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.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Thurston
Coverage:
100.00% of Thurston
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 6.76% 4G: 92.85% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Thurston
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 Thurston) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
6.76% |
10.03% |
4G |
92.85% |
89.43% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 6.76% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 92.85% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #1 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Thurston mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Thurston
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 6.76% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.19% of Thurston homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Thurston
T-Mobile covers 16.70% 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 Thurston) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
13.49% |
14.26% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 13.49% of homes. We rank T-Mobile as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Thurston mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Thurston
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 16.70% of Thurston homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Thurston
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 Thurston
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 Thurston) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
99.99% |
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 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Thurston mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Thurston
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Thurston 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 Thurston homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Thurston land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Thurston Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Thurston, NE. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Thurston ranks #585 out of 1333 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Nebraska.

Best Thurston Cell Provider Key
The northeastern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of Thurston where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Thurston, NE: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Thurston. AT&T Wireless has 4G that covers 100.00% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Thurston homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Thurston, NE
If the price of a Thurston mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Thurston 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 Thurston 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 Thurston, NE
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Thurston, 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 Thurston and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about US Cellular in Thurston
US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Thurston
US Cellular covers 99.96% 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 Thurston) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
87.78% |
82.64% |
2G or 3G |
99.96% |
99.98% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 87.78% of homes. 12.18% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Thurston mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Thurston
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.68% of Thurston homes. 99.96% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about Viaero Wireless in Thurston
Viaero Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Thurston
Viaero Wireless covers 60.63% 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 Thurston) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
46.13% |
59.38% |
2G or 3G |
53.83% |
52.92% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 46.13% of homes. 7.70% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Viaero Wireless as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Thurston mobile providers.
Viaero Wireless Voice Quality in Thurston
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 46.13% of Thurston homes. 53.83% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Thurston, NE Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Thurston Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Thurston 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 Thurston covering 6.76% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (417 people) and 100.0% of the land (76.0 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Thurston

Thurston 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Thurston cover 6.76% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 10.03% or 7.6 square miles of Thurston are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Thurston comes from AT&T Wireless with 6.76% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Thurston

Thurston 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 Thurston, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Thurston with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Thurston 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 Thurston houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Thurston land is provided by AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 6.76% in Thurston.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 100.00% of Thurston.
- The top estimated average speed in Thurston, estimated at 41.94, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Thurston
If you live near Thurston 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 Thurston:
Cities close to Thurston
- Pender, NE: worse coverage
- Emerson, NE: better coverage
- Walthill, NE: better coverage
- Wakefield, NE: better coverage
- Winnebago, NE: better coverage
- Rosalie, NE: worse coverage
- Hubbard, NE: better coverage
- Bancroft, NE: worse coverage
- Homer, NE: better coverage
- Wayne, NE: worse coverage
Cities with similar populations to Thurston
- Camp, AR: worse coverage
- Viking, MN: better coverage
- Vincent, IA: better coverage
- Wahkiacus, WA: worse coverage
- Waldo, ME: worse coverage
- Walnut Grove, OH: better coverage
- Cedar Grove, NM: better coverage
- Catahoula, LA: better coverage
- Casa Blanco, FL: better coverage
- Carp, IN: better coverage









