In Washington County, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Washington County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Washington County’s 253,317 residents. 5G reception covers up to 97.91% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Washington County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Washington County, MN 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 Washington County
Coverage:
100.00% of Washington County
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 95.98%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Washington County
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Washington County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
95.98% |
85.38% |
4G |
100.00% |
99.99% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 95.98% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 4.02% 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 Washington County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Washington County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 95.98% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Washington County homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Washington County
Coverage:
100.00% of Washington County
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 90.76%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Washington County
T-Mobile covers 100.00% 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 Washington County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
90.76% |
90.52% |
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 90.76% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 9.24% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Washington County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Washington County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 90.76% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Washington County homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Washington County
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 99.99%
Plans start at $35/mo.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Washington County
Verizon Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Washington County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
99.94% |
2G or 3G |
99.99% |
99.87% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 100.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Washington County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Washington County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Washington County homes. 99.98% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Washington County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Washington County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Washington County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Washington County, MN. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Washington County ranks #1111 out of 2301 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Minnesota.
Best Washington County Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Washington County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Washington County, MN: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Washington County. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 95.98% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Washington County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Washington County, MN
If the price of a Washington County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Washington 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 Washington 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.
Washington County, MN Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Washington County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Washington 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 Washington County covering 97.91% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (253,329 people) and 100.0% of the land (384.4 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Washington County
Washington County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Washington County cover 97.91% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 95.68% or 367.8 square miles of Washington County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Washington County comes from AT&T Wireless with 95.98% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Washington County
Washington 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 Washington County, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless, T-Mobile, and AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Washington County with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Washington 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 Washington County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, T-Mobile, and AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Washington County land is provided by T-Mobile and AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 95.98% in Washington County.
- The top estimated average speed in Washington County, estimated at 69.75, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Near Washington County
If you live near Washington 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 Washington County:
Counties close to Washington County
- Ramsey County, MN: better mobile coverage
- St. Croix County, WI: worse mobile coverage
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- Anoka County, MN: better mobile coverage
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- Pierce County, WI: worse mobile coverage
- Chisago County, MN: worse mobile coverage
- Scott County, MN: better mobile coverage
- Polk County, WI: worse mobile coverage
- Goodhue County, MN: better mobile coverage
Counties with similar populations to Washington County
- Yakima County, WA: worse mobile coverage
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- Benton County, AR: worse mobile coverage
- Harford County, MD: worse mobile coverage
- Caddo Parish, LA: worse mobile coverage
- York County, SC: worse mobile coverage
- Brown County, WI: worse mobile coverage
- Alachua County, FL: worse mobile coverage
- Kalamazoo County, MI: better mobile coverage