In the Kansas City area, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of the Kansas City area’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Kansas City’s 2,106,633 residents. 5G reception covers up to 97.42% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Kansas City providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Kansas City, MO 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.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in the Kansas City area
Coverage:
100.00% of the Kansas City area
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 94.62%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in the Kansas City area
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 the Kansas City area) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
94.62% |
73.61% |
4G |
100.00% |
99.96% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
99.74% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 94.62% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 5.38% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #1 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Kansas City mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in the Kansas City area
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 94.62% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Kansas City homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in the Kansas City area
Coverage:
99.82% of the Kansas City area
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 85.72%
4G: 99.82%
3G or 2G: 98.17%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in the Kansas City area
T-Mobile covers 99.82% 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 the Kansas City area) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
85.72% |
65.65% |
4G |
99.82% |
95.49% |
2G or 3G |
98.17% |
76.51% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 85.72% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 14.10% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #2 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Kansas City mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in the Kansas City area
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 85.72% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.82% of Kansas City homes. 98.55% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in the Kansas City area
Coverage:
100.00% of the Kansas City area
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.50%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 99.94%
Plans start at $35/mo.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in the Kansas City area
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 the Kansas City area) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.50% |
0.05% |
4G |
100.00% |
99.98% |
2G or 3G |
99.94% |
99.40% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.50% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.50% 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 Kansas City mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in the Kansas City area
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.50% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Kansas City homes. 96.47% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of the Kansas City area homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Kansas City land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Kansas City Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Kansas City, MO. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, the Kansas City area ranks #1119 out of 3125 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Missouri.
Best Kansas City Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of the Kansas City area where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Kansas City, MO: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in the Kansas City area. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 94.62% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Kansas City homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Kansas City, MO
If the price of a Kansas City mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in the Kansas City area 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 Kansas City 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 Kansas City, MO
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in the Kansas City area, 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 the Kansas City area and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
93.28% of the Kansas City area
9.86% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 90.47%
3G or 2G: 92.50%
Plans start at $30/mo.
More about US Cellular in the Kansas City area
US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in the Kansas City area
US Cellular covers 93.28% of homes in the city 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 the Kansas City area) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
90.47% |
92.78% |
2G or 3G |
92.50% |
95.11% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 90.47% of homes. 2.03% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Kansas City mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in the Kansas City area
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 90.47% of Kansas City homes. 92.50% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about Chariton Valley in the Kansas City area
Chariton Valley Data Speeds and Coverage in the Kansas City area
Chariton Valley covers 3.08% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 2G or 3G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in the Kansas City area) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
3.08% |
2.13% |
3.08% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Chariton Valley as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Kansas City mobile providers.
Chariton Valley Voice Quality in the Kansas City area
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of Kansas City homes. 1.75% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Kansas City, MO Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Kansas City Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in the Kansas City area 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 the Kansas City area covering 97.42% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (2,106,854 people) and 100.0% of the land (7,256.4 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Kansas City
Kansas City 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in the Kansas City area cover 97.42% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 85.18% or 6,181.0 square miles of the Kansas City area are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Kansas City comes from AT&T Wireless with 94.62% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Kansas City
Kansas City 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 the Kansas City area, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in the Kansas City area with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in the Kansas City area 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 Kansas City houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Kansas City land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 99.99% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 94.62% in the Kansas City area.
- The top estimated average speed in the Kansas City area, estimated at 69.33, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Near Kansas City
If you live near Kansas City 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 the Kansas City area:
Cities close to Kansas City
- North Kansas City, MO: better mobile coverage
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- Westwood Hills, KS: better mobile coverage
- Pleasant Valley, MO: better mobile coverage
- Westwood, KS: better mobile coverage
- Randolph, MO: better mobile coverage
- Roeland Park, KS: better mobile coverage
- Fairway, KS: better mobile coverage
- Sugar Creek, MO: better mobile coverage
- Northmoor, MO: better mobile coverage
Cities with similar populations to Kansas City
- Bakersfield, CA: better mobile coverage
- Sacramento, CA: better mobile coverage
- Colorado Springs, CO: worse mobile coverage
- Staten Island, NY: better mobile coverage
- Oklahoma City, OK: better mobile coverage
- Long Beach, CA: better mobile coverage
- Omaha, NE: worse mobile coverage
- Pittsburgh, PA: worse mobile coverage
- Mesa, AZ: better mobile coverage
- Nashville, TN: worse mobile coverage