In Waukesha County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Waukesha County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Waukesha County’s 406,978 residents. 5G reception covers up to 99.97% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Waukesha County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Waukesha County, WI 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 Waukesha County
Coverage:
100.00% of Waukesha County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 96.30% 4G: 99.94% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Waukesha County
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Waukesha County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
96.30% |
92.99% |
4G |
99.94% |
99.84% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 96.30% 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 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Waukesha County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Waukesha County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 96.30% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Waukesha County homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Waukesha County
Coverage:
100.00% of Waukesha County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 93.55% 4G: 99.99% 3G or 2G: 99.71%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Waukesha County
Verizon Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Waukesha County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
93.55% |
87.81% |
4G |
99.99% |
99.91% |
2G or 3G |
99.71% |
99.52% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 93.55% 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 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Waukesha County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Waukesha County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 93.55% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Waukesha County homes. 99.61% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Waukesha County
Coverage:
99.99% of Waukesha County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 99.63% 4G: 98.48% 3G or 2G: 99.99%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Waukesha County
T-Mobile covers 99.99% 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 Waukesha County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
99.63% |
99.28% |
4G |
98.48% |
96.92% |
2G or 3G |
99.99% |
99.94% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 99.63% 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 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Waukesha County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Waukesha County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 99.63% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.96% of Waukesha County 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 Waukesha County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Waukesha County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Waukesha County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Waukesha County, WI. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Waukesha County ranks #331 out of 2224 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Wisconsin.
The northeastern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of Waukesha County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Waukesha County, WI: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Waukesha County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 99.63% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Waukesha County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Waukesha County, WI
If the price of a Waukesha County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Waukesha 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 Waukesha 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 Waukesha County, WI
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Waukesha 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 Waukesha County and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Waukesha County
Coverage:
100.00% of Waukesha County
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 41.94% 4G: 99.01% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Waukesha County
US Cellular covers 100.00% 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 Waukesha County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
41.94% |
27.78% |
4G |
99.01% |
98.10% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
99.99% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 41.94% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 57.07% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Waukesha County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Waukesha County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 41.94% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Waukesha County homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Waukesha County, WI Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
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Your mobile coverage in Waukesha 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 Waukesha County covering 99.97% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (406,978 people) and 100.0% of the land (549.7 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Waukesha County
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5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Waukesha County cover 99.97% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 99.83% or 548.8 square miles of Waukesha County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Waukesha County comes from T-Mobile with 99.63% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Waukesha 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 Waukesha County, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless, Verizon Wireless, and US Cellular has the best 4G network in Waukesha County with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Waukesha 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 Waukesha County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, Verizon Wireless, and US Cellular, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Waukesha County land is provided by AT&T Wireless, Verizon Wireless, and US Cellular at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 99.63% in Waukesha County.
- The top estimated average speed in Waukesha County, estimated at 70.74, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Waukesha County
If you live near Waukesha 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 Waukesha County:
Counties close to Waukesha County
- Milwaukee County, WI: better coverage
- Jefferson County, WI: worse coverage
- Dane County, WI: worse coverage
- Iowa County, WI: worse coverage
- Ottawa County, MI: worse coverage
- Kent County, MI: worse coverage
- Crawford County, WI: worse coverage
- Ionia County, MI: worse coverage
- Shiawassee County, MI: worse coverage
- Chickasaw County, IA: worse coverage
Counties with similar populations to Waukesha County
- Spartanburg County, SC: worse coverage
- Fayette County, KY: equal coverage
- Forsyth County, NC: better coverage
- Galveston County, TX: worse coverage
- Genesee County, MI: worse coverage
- Hamilton County, IN: better coverage
- Hamilton County, TN: worse coverage
- Henrico County, VA: worse coverage
- Horry County, SC: worse coverage
- Howard County, MD: worse coverage