In Nebraska, you’ll select from 9 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.6% of Nebraska’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Nebraska’s 1,904,759 residents. 5G reception covers up to 59.92% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Nebraska providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Nebraska 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 Nebraska
Coverage:
96.16% of Nebraska
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 70.87%
4G: 95.58%
3G or 2G: 90.46%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Nebraska
T-Mobile covers 96.16% of homes in the state 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 Nebraska) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
70.87% |
19.99% |
4G |
95.58% |
53.01% |
2G or 3G |
90.46% |
17.80% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 70.87% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 24.71% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #1 out of 9 for a combination of coverage and speed among Nebraska mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Nebraska
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 70.87% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 95.58% of Nebraska homes. 91.87% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Nebraska
Coverage:
99.98% of Nebraska
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.95%
4G: 99.98%
3G or 2G: 99.74%
Plans start at $35/mo.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Nebraska
Verizon Wireless covers 99.98% of homes in the state 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 Nebraska) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
0.95% |
0.00% |
4G |
99.98% |
98.58% |
2G or 3G |
99.74% |
89.09% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.95% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.03% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 9 for a combination of coverage and speed among Nebraska mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Nebraska
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.95% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.98% of Nebraska homes. 99.56% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Nebraska
Coverage:
99.88% of Nebraska
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 1.14%
4G: 99.70%
3G or 2G: 97.19%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Nebraska
AT&T Wireless covers 99.88% of homes in the state 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 Nebraska) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
1.14% |
0.57% |
4G |
99.70% |
96.20% |
2G or 3G |
97.19% |
70.23% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 1.14% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 98.56% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #4 out of 9 for a combination of coverage and speed among Nebraska mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Nebraska
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 1.14% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.70% of Nebraska homes. 97.19% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Nebraska homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Nebraska land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Nebraska Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Nebraska. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Nebraska ranks #51 out of 52 states and territories for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in the United States.
Best Nebraska Cell Provider Key
The eastern parts of the state feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the western areas of Nebraska where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Nebraska: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Nebraska. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 70.87% of the state. Cell service of any type reaches 99.98% of Nebraska homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Nebraska
If the price of a Nebraska mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Nebraska 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 Nebraska 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 Nebraska
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Nebraska, 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 Nebraska and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Nebraska
Coverage:
99.80% of Nebraska
9.86% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 6.75%
4G: 99.48%
3G or 2G: 98.23%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Nebraska
US Cellular covers 99.80% of homes in the state 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 Nebraska) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
6.75% |
2.44% |
4G |
99.48% |
83.98% |
2G or 3G |
98.23% |
89.76% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 6.75% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 92.73% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #2 out of 9 for a combination of coverage and speed among Nebraska mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Nebraska
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 6.75% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.48% of Nebraska homes. 98.23% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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Viaero Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Nebraska
Viaero Wireless covers 89.25% of homes in the state 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 Nebraska) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
4G |
89.25% |
90.36% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 89.25% of homes. We rank Viaero Wireless as #5 out of 9 for a combination of coverage and speed among Nebraska mobile providers.
Viaero Wireless Voice Quality in Nebraska
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 89.25% of Nebraska homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about Nex Tech in Nebraska
Nex Tech Data Speeds and Coverage in Nebraska
Nex Tech covers 80.66% of homes in the state 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 Nebraska) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
4G |
40.93% |
8.71% |
2G or 3G |
80.66% |
36.11% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 40.93% of homes. 39.73% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Nex Tech as #6 out of 9 for a combination of coverage and speed among Nebraska mobile providers.
Nex Tech Voice Quality in Nebraska
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 40.93% of Nebraska homes. 80.66% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about Union Wireless in Nebraska
Union Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Nebraska
Union Wireless covers 0.22% of homes in the state 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 Nebraska) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
4G |
0.22% |
0.17% |
2G or 3G |
0.22% |
0.17% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.22% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Union Wireless as #7 out of 9 for a combination of coverage and speed among Nebraska mobile providers.
Union Wireless Voice Quality in Nebraska
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.22% of Nebraska homes. 0.22% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about NorthwestCell in Nebraska
NorthwestCell Data Speeds and Coverage in Nebraska
NorthwestCell covers 0.12% of homes in the state 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 Nebraska) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
4G |
0.12% |
1.06% |
2G or 3G |
0.03% |
0.07% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.12% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank NorthwestCell as #8 out of 9 for a combination of coverage and speed among Nebraska mobile providers.
NorthwestCell Voice Quality in Nebraska
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.12% of Nebraska homes. 0.03% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about Chat Mobility in Nebraska
Chat Mobility Data Speeds and Coverage in Nebraska
Chat Mobility covers 0.07% of homes in the state 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 Nebraska) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
4G |
0.07% |
0.04% |
2G or 3G |
0.07% |
0.04% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.07% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Chat Mobility as #9 out of 9 for a combination of coverage and speed among Nebraska mobile providers.
Chat Mobility Voice Quality in Nebraska
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.07% of Nebraska homes. 0.07% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Nebraska Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Nebraska Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Nebraska may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the state. 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 Nebraska covering 59.92% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.99% of the state. Overall, 100.00% of homes (1,906,063 people) and 99.6% of the land (76,480.1 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Nebraska
Nebraska 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Nebraska cover 59.92% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 11.24% or 8,634.4 square miles of Nebraska are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Nebraska comes from T-Mobile with 70.87% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Nebraska
Nebraska 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 Nebraska, 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 Nebraska with 99.98% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Nebraska for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the state, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to Nebraska houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 99.98% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Nebraska land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 98.59% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 70.87% in Nebraska.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 99.98% of Nebraska.
- The top estimated average speed in Nebraska, estimated at 60.20, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Near Nebraska
If you live near Nebraska but aren’t technically in the state, 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 Nebraska:
States close to Nebraska
- Kansas: better mobile coverage
- South Dakota: better mobile coverage
- Iowa: better mobile coverage
- Minnesota: better mobile coverage
- Missouri: better mobile coverage
- Colorado: better mobile coverage
- Oklahoma: better mobile coverage
- North Dakota: better mobile coverage
- Wyoming: better mobile coverage
- Wisconsin: better mobile coverage
States with similar populations to Nebraska
- West Virginia: better mobile coverage
- New Mexico: better mobile coverage
- Idaho: better mobile coverage
- Hawaii: better mobile coverage
- Maine: better mobile coverage
- New Hampshire: better mobile coverage
- Rhode Island: better mobile coverage
- Montana: better mobile coverage
- Delaware: better mobile coverage
- Nevada: better mobile coverage