In Washoe County, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 56.3% of Washoe County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.99% of Washoe County’s 486,492 residents. 5G reception covers up to 99.23% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Washoe County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Washoe County, NV 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 Washoe County
Coverage:
99.94% of Washoe County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 95.48% 4G: 99.63% 3G or 2G: 99.94%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Washoe County
AT&T Wireless covers 99.94% 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 Washoe County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
95.48% |
16.56% |
4G |
99.63% |
30.35% |
2G or 3G |
99.94% |
45.57% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 95.48% 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 AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Washoe County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Washoe County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 95.48% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.70% of Washoe County homes. 99.94% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Washoe County
Coverage:
99.98% of Washoe County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 85.36% 4G: 99.85% 3G or 2G: 99.98%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Washoe County
Verizon Wireless covers 99.98% 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 Washoe County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
85.36% |
17.68% |
4G |
99.85% |
33.25% |
2G or 3G |
99.98% |
50.32% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 85.36% 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 Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Washoe County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Washoe County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 85.36% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.88% of Washoe County homes. 99.68% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Washoe County
Coverage:
99.94% of Washoe County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 98.11% 4G: 99.12% 3G or 2G: 99.51%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Washoe County
T-Mobile covers 99.94% 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 Washoe County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
98.11% |
47.88% |
4G |
99.12% |
41.74% |
2G or 3G |
99.51% |
36.84% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 98.11% 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 #1 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Washoe County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Washoe County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 98.11% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.93% of Washoe County homes. 99.55% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Washoe County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Washoe County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Washoe County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Washoe County, NV. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Washoe County ranks #181 out of 358 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Nevada.
The eastern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southern areas of Washoe County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Washoe County, NV: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Washoe County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 98.11% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.98% of Washoe County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Washoe County, NV
If the price of a Washoe County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Washoe 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 Washoe 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 Washoe County, NV
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Washoe 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 Washoe County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
70.12% of Washoe County
1.25% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 70.02% 3G or 2G: 10.83%
More about Choice Wireless in Washoe County
Choice Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Washoe County
Choice Wireless covers 70.12% 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 Washoe County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
70.02% |
38.36% |
2G or 3G |
10.83% |
37.04% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 70.02% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Choice Wireless as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Washoe County mobile providers.
Choice Wireless Voice Quality in Washoe County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 70.02% of Washoe County homes. 10.88% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
0.40% of Washoe County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 0.28% 3G or 2G: 0.40%
More about US Cellular in Washoe County
US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Washoe County
US Cellular covers 0.40% 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 Washoe County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.28% |
0.07% |
2G or 3G |
0.40% |
0.11% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.28% of homes. 0.12% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Washoe County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Washoe County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.34% of Washoe County homes. 0.40% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Washoe County, NV Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
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Your mobile coverage in Washoe 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 Washoe County covering 99.23% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.98% of the county. Overall, 99.99% of homes (486,485 people) and 56.3% of the land (3,555.8 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Washoe County
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5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Washoe County cover 99.23% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 40.01% or 2,527.0 square miles of Washoe County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Washoe County comes from T-Mobile with 98.11% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Washoe County
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4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In Washoe County, 99.94% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.98% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile has the best 4G network in Washoe County with 99.93% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Washoe 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 Washoe County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 99.98% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Washoe County land is provided by T-Mobile at 55.02% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 98.11% in Washoe County.
- The top estimated average speed in Washoe County, estimated at 69.66, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Washoe County
If you live near Washoe 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 Washoe County:
Counties close to Washoe County
- Sierra County, CA: worse coverage
- Churchill County, NV: worse coverage
- Butte County, CA: worse coverage
- Glenn County, CA: worse coverage
- Carbon County, UT: worse coverage
- Garfield County, CO: worse coverage
- Eagle County, CO: worse coverage
- Summit County, CO: worse coverage
- Douglas County, CO: better coverage
- Arapahoe County, CO: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Washoe County
- Manatee County, FL: better coverage
- Greenville County, SC: better coverage
- Guilford County, NC: better coverage
- Hampden County, MA: worse coverage
- Hillsborough County, NH: worse coverage
- Jefferson County, CO: better coverage
- Jefferson Parish, LA: better coverage
- Loudoun County, VA: better coverage
- Lucas County, OH: better coverage
- Madison County, AL: better coverage