In Nevada, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 85.8% of Nevada’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.98% of Nevada’s 2,922,850 residents. 5G reception covers up to 99.04% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Nevada providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Nevada 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 Nevada
Coverage:
99.86% of Nevada
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 97.90%
4G: 99.81%
3G or 2G: 98.87%
Plans start at $30/mo.
More about T-Mobile in Nevada
T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Nevada
T-Mobile covers 99.86% 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 Nevada) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
97.90% |
40.22% |
4G |
99.81% |
63.52% |
2G or 3G |
98.87% |
23.02% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 97.90% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 1.91% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #1 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Nevada mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Nevada
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 97.90% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.81% of Nevada homes. 98.98% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Nevada
Coverage:
99.73% of Nevada
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 94.85%
4G: 99.54%
3G or 2G: 99.60%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Nevada
AT&T Wireless covers 99.73% 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 Nevada) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
94.85% |
8.21% |
4G |
99.54% |
57.41% |
2G or 3G |
99.60% |
65.43% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 94.85% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 4.69% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Nevada mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Nevada
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 94.85% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.54% of Nevada homes. 99.60% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Nevada
Coverage:
99.94% of Nevada
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.23%
4G: 99.94%
3G or 2G: 99.40%
Plans start at $35/mo.
More about Verizon Wireless in Nevada
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Nevada
Verizon Wireless covers 99.94% 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 Nevada) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.23% |
0.00% |
4G |
99.94% |
69.39% |
2G or 3G |
99.40% |
48.66% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.23% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.71% 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 Nevada mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Nevada
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.23% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.94% of Nevada homes. 99.21% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Nevada homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Nevada land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Nevada Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Nevada. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Nevada ranks #3 out of 52 states and territories for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in the United States.
Best Nevada Cell Provider Key
The southeastern parts of the state feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the central areas of Nevada where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Nevada: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Nevada. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 97.90% of the state. Cell service of any type reaches 99.94% of Nevada homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Nevada
If the price of a Nevada mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Nevada 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 Nevada 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 Nevada
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Nevada, 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 Nevada and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about Choice Wireless in Nevada
Choice Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Nevada
Choice Wireless covers 84.55% 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 Nevada) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
75.17% |
40.08% |
2G or 3G |
63.36% |
56.30% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 75.17% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Choice Wireless as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Nevada mobile providers.
Choice Wireless Voice Quality in Nevada
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 75.17% of Nevada homes. 63.80% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
0.43% of Nevada
9.86% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 0.40%
3G or 2G: 0.43%
Plans start at $30/mo.
More about US Cellular in Nevada
US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Nevada
US Cellular covers 0.43% 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 Nevada) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.40% |
0.11% |
2G or 3G |
0.43% |
0.16% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.40% of homes. 0.03% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Nevada mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Nevada
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.40% of Nevada homes. 0.43% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Nevada Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Nevada Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Nevada 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 Nevada covering 99.04% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.97% of the state. Overall, 99.98% of homes (2,922,911 people) and 85.8% of the land (94,180.5 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Nevada
Nevada 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Nevada cover 99.04% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 32.96% or 36,183.6 square miles of Nevada are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Nevada comes from T-Mobile with 97.90% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Nevada
Nevada 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 Nevada, 99.97% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.97% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Nevada with 99.94% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Nevada 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 Nevada houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 99.94% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Nevada land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 69.94% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 97.90% in Nevada.
- The top estimated average speed in Nevada, estimated at 70.27, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Near Nevada
If you live near Nevada 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 Nevada:
States close to Nevada
- California: worse mobile coverage
- Utah: worse mobile coverage
- Idaho: worse mobile coverage
- Arizona: worse mobile coverage
- Oregon: worse mobile coverage
- Wyoming: worse mobile coverage
- Colorado: worse mobile coverage
- New Mexico: worse mobile coverage
- Washington: worse mobile coverage
- Montana: worse mobile coverage
States with similar populations to Nevada
- Kansas: worse mobile coverage
- Arkansas: worse mobile coverage
- Mississippi: worse mobile coverage
- Utah: worse mobile coverage
- Iowa: worse mobile coverage
- Connecticut: worse mobile coverage
- Puerto Rico: worse mobile coverage
- New Mexico: worse mobile coverage
- Oklahoma: worse mobile coverage
- Nebraska: worse mobile coverage