In Aurora, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Aurora’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Aurora’s 209,687 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 Aurora providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.

 

Aurora, IL Top Cell Providers

Mint

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.

Visible

Plans include 5G where available.

Coverage:

Verizon Network

Data Speeds:

Same as Verizon below

Plans start at $30/mo.

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Visible offers unlimited data, talk and text for $30/month powered by Verizon.


AT&T Wireless

AT&T Wireless 5G available in Aurora


Coverage:

100.00% of Aurora

98.83% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 100.00%

4G: 100.00%

3G or 2G: 100.00%


Plans start at $35/mo.

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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Aurora

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 Aurora) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
100.00%
99.87%
4G
100.00%
100.00%
2G or 3G
100.00%
100.00%

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 #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Aurora mobile providers.

AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Aurora

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 Aurora homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

T-Mobile

T-Mobile 5G available in Aurora


Coverage:

100.00% of Aurora

99.34% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 99.99%

4G: 100.00%

3G or 2G: 100.00%


Plans start at $30/mo.

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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Aurora

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 Aurora) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
99.99%
97.81%
4G
100.00%
100.00%
2G or 3G
100.00%
100.00%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 99.99% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.01% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Aurora mobile providers.

T-Mobile Voice Quality in Aurora

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 99.99% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Aurora homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless 5G available in Aurora


Coverage:

100.00% of Aurora

98.82% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 1.01%

4G: 100.00%

3G or 2G: 99.97%


Plans start at $35/mo.

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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Aurora

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 Aurora) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
1.01%
2.04%
4G
100.00%
100.00%
2G or 3G
99.97%
99.98%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 1.01% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 98.99% 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 Aurora mobile providers.

Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Aurora

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 1.01% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Aurora homes. 99.83% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Aurora homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Aurora land area.

 

Fastest Cell Service Down to the Aurora Neighborhood

The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Aurora, IL. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Aurora ranks #1 out of 3582 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Illinois.

Map of the fastest cell company in Aurora

Best Aurora Cell Provider Key

Verizon
AT&T
T-Mobile
Tie

 

The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southern areas of Aurora where mobile data speeds are generally slower.

 

Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Aurora, IL: AT&T Wireless

Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Aurora. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 100.00% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Aurora homes.

 

Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Aurora, IL

If the price of a Aurora mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Aurora 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 Aurora wireless plan will quickly rise if you add additional lines or features such as a hotspot or unlimited data.


Mint

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.


Cricket Wireless

Coverage:

AT&T Network

Data Speeds:

Same as AT&T above


Boost Mobile

Coverage:

T-Mobile Network

Data Speeds:

Same as T-Mobile above


Visible

Coverage:

Verizon Network

Data Speeds:

Same as Verizon above


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.

 

Aurora, IL Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Map of fastest mobile speeds in Aurora

Aurora Fastest Speeds Key

2G
4G
5G

Your mobile coverage in Aurora 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 Aurora covering 100.00% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (209,696 people) and 100.0% of the land (55.8 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.

 

5G Coverage Map and Availability in Aurora

Map of 5G mobile cell service in Aurora

Aurora 5G Coverage Key

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50%
100%

5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Aurora cover 100.00% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 100.00% or 55.8 square miles of Aurora are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Aurora comes from AT&T Wireless with 100.00% coverage.

 

4G Coverage Map and Availability in Aurora

Map of 4G mobile cell service in Aurora

Aurora 4G Coverage Key

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50%
100%

4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In Aurora, 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 Aurora with 100.00% coverage.

Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Aurora 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 Aurora 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 Aurora land is provided by Verizon Wireless, T-Mobile, and AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
  • The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 100.00% in Aurora.
  • The top estimated average speed in Aurora, estimated at 71.00, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.

 

Mobile Service Near Aurora

If you live near Aurora 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 Aurora:

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