In Waukegan, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Waukegan’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Waukegan’s 86,540 residents. 5G reception covers up to 100.00% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Waukegan providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Waukegan, 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.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Waukegan
Coverage:
100.00% of Waukegan
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 91.69% 4G: 100.00% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Waukegan
Verizon 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 Waukegan) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
91.69% |
89.49% |
4G |
100.00% |
99.13% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
98.22% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 91.69% 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 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Waukegan mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Waukegan
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 91.69% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Waukegan homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Waukegan
Coverage:
100.00% of Waukegan
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 100.00% 4G: 100.00% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Waukegan
T-Mobile 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 Waukegan) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
100.00% |
99.60% |
4G |
100.00% |
99.60% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
99.99% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 100.00% 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 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Waukegan mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Waukegan
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 100.00% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Waukegan homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Waukegan
Coverage:
100.00% of Waukegan
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 100.00% 4G: 100.00% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Waukegan
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 Waukegan) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
100.00% |
99.73% |
4G |
100.00% |
99.73% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
99.73% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 100.00% 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 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Waukegan mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Waukegan
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 100.00% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Waukegan homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Waukegan homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Waukegan land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Waukegan Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Waukegan, IL. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Waukegan ranks #1 out of 3561 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Illinois.
Best Waukegan Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of Waukegan where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Waukegan, IL: T-Mobile and AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile and AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Waukegan. T-Mobile and AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 100.00% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Waukegan homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Waukegan, IL
If the price of a Waukegan mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Waukegan 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 Waukegan 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.
Waukegan, IL Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Waukegan Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Waukegan 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 Waukegan covering 100.00% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (86,540 people) and 100.0% of the land (22.0 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Waukegan
Waukegan 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Waukegan cover 100.00% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 99.73% or 22.0 square miles of Waukegan are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Waukegan comes from T-Mobile and AT&T Wireless with 100.00% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Waukegan
Waukegan 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 Waukegan, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless, T-Mobile, and AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Waukegan with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Waukegan 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 Waukegan houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, T-Mobile, and AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Waukegan land is provided by T-Mobile at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile and AT&T Wireless reporting 100.00% in Waukegan.
- The top estimated average speed in Waukegan, estimated at 71.00, Mbps is available through T-Mobile and AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Waukegan
If you live near Waukegan 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 Waukegan:
Cities close to Waukegan
- Park City, IL: equal coverage
- North Chicago, IL: equal coverage
- Beach Park, IL: equal coverage
- Great Lakes, IL: worse coverage
- Gurnee, IL: equal coverage
- Wadsworth, IL: equal coverage
- Green Oaks, IL: equal coverage
- Zion, IL: equal coverage
- Lake Bluff, IL: worse coverage
- Gages Lake, IL: equal coverage
Cities with similar populations to Waukegan
- Valley Head, AL: worse coverage
- Valley Grove, WV: worse coverage
- Van Buren, OH: worse coverage
- Van Nuys, CA: equal coverage
- Varna, IL: worse coverage
- Van Wert, IA: worse coverage
- Varysburg, NY: worse coverage
- Van Lear, KY: worse coverage
- Van Horne, IA: worse coverage
- Stringtown, VA: worse coverage