In Sierra County, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 64.7% of Sierra County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 90.53% of Sierra County’s 2,930 residents. 5G reception covers up to 83.35% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Sierra County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Sierra County, CA 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 Sierra County
Coverage:
91.34% of Sierra County
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 87.22%
4G: 91.34%
3G or 2G: 75.37%
Plans start at $30/mo.
More about T-Mobile in Sierra County
T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Sierra County
T-Mobile covers 91.34% 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 Sierra County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
87.22% |
31.36% |
4G |
91.34% |
45.69% |
2G or 3G |
75.37% |
21.97% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 87.22% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 4.12% 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 Sierra County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Sierra County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 87.22% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 91.34% of Sierra County homes. 76.10% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
90.62% of Sierra County
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 90.59%
3G or 2G: 80.09%
Plans start at $35/mo.
More about Verizon Wireless in Sierra County
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Sierra County
Verizon Wireless covers 90.62% 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 Sierra County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
4G |
90.59% |
52.37% |
2G or 3G |
80.09% |
34.78% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 90.59% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Sierra County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Sierra County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 90.59% of Sierra County homes. 82.10% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Sierra County
Coverage:
83.03% of Sierra County
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 9.73%
4G: 72.09%
3G or 2G: 81.27%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Sierra County
AT&T Wireless covers 83.03% 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 Sierra County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
9.73% |
6.33% |
4G |
72.09% |
32.59% |
2G or 3G |
81.27% |
49.21% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 9.73% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 72.09% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Sierra County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Sierra County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 9.73% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 72.09% of Sierra County homes. 81.27% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Sierra County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Sierra County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Sierra County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Sierra County, CA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Sierra County ranks #2882 out of 3658 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in California.
Best Sierra County Cell Provider Key
The northeastern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the western areas of Sierra County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Sierra County, CA: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Sierra County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 87.22% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 91.34% of Sierra County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Sierra County, CA
If the price of a Sierra County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Sierra 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 Sierra 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 Sierra County, CA
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Sierra 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 Sierra County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
0.08% of Sierra County
9.86% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 0.07%
3G or 2G: 0.08%
Plans start at $30/mo.
More about US Cellular in Sierra County
US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Sierra County
US Cellular covers 0.08% 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 Sierra County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
4G |
0.07% |
0.05% |
2G or 3G |
0.08% |
0.08% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.07% of homes. 0.01% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Sierra County mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Sierra County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.07% of Sierra County homes. 0.08% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Sierra County, CA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Sierra County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Sierra 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 Sierra County covering 83.35% of homes in the area while 4G covers 89.66% of the county. Overall, 90.53% of homes (2,639 people) and 64.7% of the land (597.8 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Sierra County
Sierra County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Sierra County cover 83.35% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 29.55% or 273.2 square miles of Sierra County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Sierra County comes from T-Mobile with 87.22% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Sierra County
Sierra 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 Sierra County, 89.66% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 89.66% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile has the best 4G network in Sierra County with 91.34% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Sierra 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 Sierra County houses is best with service from T-Mobile, with 91.34% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Sierra County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 54.99% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 87.22% in Sierra County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with T-Mobile, covering 91.34% of Sierra County.
- The top estimated average speed in Sierra County, estimated at 63.57, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Near Sierra County
If you live near Sierra 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 Sierra County:
Counties close to Sierra County
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Counties with similar populations to Sierra County
- Edwards County, KS: worse mobile coverage
- Perkins County, SD: worse mobile coverage
- Perkins County, NE: worse mobile coverage
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- Douglas County, SD: better mobile coverage
- Morton County, KS: better mobile coverage
- Trego County, KS: better mobile coverage
- Nelson County, ND: better mobile coverage
- Cochran County, TX: worse mobile coverage
- Glascock County, GA: better mobile coverage