In Lincoln County, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 77.7% of Lincoln County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.20% of Lincoln County’s 5,174 residents. 5G reception covers up to 0.04% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Lincoln County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.

 

Lincoln County, NV 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 Lincoln County


Coverage:

98.92% of Lincoln County

98.83% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 0.04%

4G: 98.87%

3G or 2G: 98.34%


Plans start at $35/mo.

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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Lincoln County

AT&T Wireless covers 98.92% 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 Lincoln County) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
0.04%
1.68%
4G
98.87%
70.68%
2G or 3G
98.34%
70.74%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.04% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 98.87% 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 Lincoln County mobile providers.

AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Lincoln County

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.04% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.87% of Lincoln County homes. 98.34% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Verizon Wireless


Coverage:

97.34% of Lincoln County

98.82% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 96.98%

3G or 2G: 96.89%


Plans start at $35/mo.

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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Lincoln County

Verizon Wireless covers 97.34% 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 Lincoln County) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
96.98%
63.63%
2G or 3G
96.89%
46.88%

4G is the fastest cell coverage for 96.98% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lincoln County mobile providers.

Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Lincoln County

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.98% of Lincoln County homes. 96.99% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

T-Mobile

T-Mobile 5G available in Lincoln County


Coverage:

4.08% of Lincoln County

99.34% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 0.01%

4G: 4.08%


Plans start at $30/mo.

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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Lincoln County

T-Mobile covers 4.08% 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 Lincoln County) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
0.01%
11.91%
4G
4.08%
26.45%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.01% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 4.07% of homes. We rank T-Mobile as #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Lincoln County mobile providers.

T-Mobile Voice Quality in Lincoln County

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.01% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 4.08% of Lincoln County homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

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

 

Fastest Cell Service Down to the Lincoln County Neighborhood

The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Lincoln County, NV. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Lincoln County ranks #343 out of 382 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Nevada.

Map of the fastest cell company in Lincoln County

Best Lincoln County Cell Provider Key

Verizon
AT&T
T-Mobile
Tie

 

The central parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Lincoln County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.

 

Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Lincoln County, NV: AT&T Wireless

Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Lincoln County. AT&T Wireless has 4G that covers 98.87% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 98.92% of Lincoln County homes.

 

Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Lincoln County, NV

If the price of a Lincoln County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Lincoln 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 Lincoln County 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.

 

Lincoln County, NV Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Map of fastest mobile speeds in Lincoln County

Lincoln County Fastest Speeds Key

2G
4G
5G

Your mobile coverage in Lincoln 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 Lincoln County covering 0.04% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.14% of the county. Overall, 99.20% of homes (5,150 people) and 77.7% of the land (8,256.7 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.

 

5G Coverage Map and Availability in Lincoln County

Map of 5G mobile cell service in Lincoln County

Lincoln County 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 Lincoln County cover 0.04% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 4.72% or 501.9 square miles of Lincoln County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Lincoln County comes from AT&T Wireless with 0.04% coverage.

 

4G Coverage Map and Availability in Lincoln County

Map of 4G mobile cell service in Lincoln County

Lincoln County 4G Coverage Key

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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 Lincoln County, 99.14% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.14% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Lincoln County with 98.87% coverage.

Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Lincoln 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 Lincoln County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 98.92% of homes covered.
  • The best coverage across all Lincoln County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 76.22% of land area covered.
  • The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 0.04% in Lincoln County.
  • The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless, covering 98.87% of Lincoln County.
  • The top estimated average speed in Lincoln County, estimated at 39.58, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.

 

Mobile Service Near Lincoln County

If you live near Lincoln 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 Lincoln County:

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