In Gem County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.6% of Gem County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Gem County’s 17,052 residents. 5G reception covers up to 99.79% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Gem County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Gem County, ID Top Cell Providers
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.
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.
T-Mobile 5G available in Gem County
Coverage:
99.92% of Gem County
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 99.79%
4G: 99.92%
3G or 2G: 93.01%
Plans start at $30/mo.
More about T-Mobile in Gem County
T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Gem County
T-Mobile covers 99.92% 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 Gem County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
99.79% |
87.24% |
4G |
99.92% |
94.91% |
2G or 3G |
93.01% |
46.44% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 99.79% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.13% 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 Gem County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Gem County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 99.79% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.92% of Gem County homes. 93.23% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Gem County
Coverage:
99.39% of Gem County
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 90.05%
4G: 94.62%
3G or 2G: 99.39%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Gem County
AT&T Wireless covers 99.39% 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 Gem County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
90.05% |
29.48% |
4G |
94.62% |
65.64% |
2G or 3G |
99.39% |
96.20% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 90.05% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 4.57% 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 Gem County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Gem County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 90.05% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 94.62% of Gem County homes. 99.39% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.99% of Gem County
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.99%
3G or 2G: 99.74%
Plans start at $35/mo.
More about Verizon Wireless in Gem County
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Gem County
Verizon Wireless covers 99.99% 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 Gem County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.99% |
99.23% |
2G or 3G |
99.74% |
94.57% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.99% 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 Gem County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Gem County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.99% of Gem County homes. 95.59% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Gem County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Gem County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Gem County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Gem County, ID. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Gem County ranks #147 out of 826 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Idaho.
Best Gem County Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Gem County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Gem County, ID: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Gem County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 99.79% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.99% of Gem County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Gem County, ID
If the price of a Gem County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Gem 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 Gem 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 Gem County, ID
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Gem 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 Gem County and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about CTC Wireless in Gem County
CTC Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Gem County
CTC Wireless covers 1.90% 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 Gem County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.20% |
5.77% |
2G or 3G |
1.90% |
14.67% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.20% of homes. 1.70% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank CTC Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Gem County mobile providers.
CTC Wireless Voice Quality in Gem County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.20% of Gem County homes. 1.20% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Gem County, ID Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Gem County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Gem 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 Gem County covering 99.79% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.99% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (17,078 people) and 99.6% of the land (558.0 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Gem County
Gem County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Gem County cover 99.79% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 87.13% or 488.0 square miles of Gem County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Gem County comes from T-Mobile with 99.79% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Gem County
Gem County 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 Gem County, 99.99% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.99% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Gem County with 99.99% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Gem 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 Gem County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 99.99% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Gem County land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 99.24% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 99.79% in Gem County.
- The top estimated average speed in Gem County, estimated at 70.90, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Near Gem County
If you live near Gem 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 Gem County:
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