In Wisconsin, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.9% of Wisconsin’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.99% of Wisconsin’s 5,778,395 residents. 5G reception covers up to 88.38% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Wisconsin providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin
Coverage:
96.95% of Wisconsin
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 77.16%
4G: 96.62%
3G or 2G: 87.34%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Wisconsin
T-Mobile covers 96.95% 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 Wisconsin) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
77.16% |
51.23% |
4G |
96.62% |
79.27% |
2G or 3G |
87.34% |
40.08% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 77.16% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 19.46% 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 Wisconsin mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Wisconsin
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 77.16% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.63% of Wisconsin homes. 88.70% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Wisconsin
Coverage:
99.09% of Wisconsin
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 53.62%
4G: 98.68%
3G or 2G: 98.11%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Wisconsin
AT&T Wireless covers 99.09% 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 Wisconsin) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
53.62% |
19.40% |
4G |
98.68% |
91.50% |
2G or 3G |
98.11% |
92.73% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 53.62% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 45.06% 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 Wisconsin mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Wisconsin
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 53.62% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.68% of Wisconsin homes. 98.11% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Wisconsin
Coverage:
99.35% of Wisconsin
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.07%
4G: 99.34%
3G or 2G: 95.94%
Plans start at $35/mo.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Wisconsin
Verizon Wireless covers 99.35% 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 Wisconsin) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
0.07% |
0.00% |
4G |
99.34% |
95.47% |
2G or 3G |
95.94% |
85.63% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.07% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.27% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Wisconsin mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Wisconsin
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.07% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.34% of Wisconsin homes. 95.62% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Wisconsin homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Wisconsin land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Wisconsin Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Wisconsin. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Wisconsin ranks #40 out of 52 states and territories for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in the United States.
Best Wisconsin Cell Provider Key
The southeastern parts of the state feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Wisconsin where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Wisconsin: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Wisconsin. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 77.16% of the state. Cell service of any type reaches 99.35% of Wisconsin homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Wisconsin
If the price of a Wisconsin mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Wisconsin, 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 Wisconsin and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Wisconsin
Coverage:
99.07% of Wisconsin
9.86% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 51.65%
4G: 98.97%
3G or 2G: 93.89%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Wisconsin
US Cellular covers 99.07% 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 Wisconsin) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
51.65% |
23.65% |
4G |
98.97% |
91.21% |
2G or 3G |
93.89% |
77.95% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 51.65% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 47.32% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Wisconsin mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Wisconsin
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 51.65% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.97% of Wisconsin homes. 93.89% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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Cellcom Data Speeds and Coverage in Wisconsin
Cellcom covers 92.80% 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 Wisconsin) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
4G |
83.45% |
53.77% |
2G or 3G |
91.15% |
61.02% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 83.45% of homes. 7.70% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Cellcom as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Wisconsin mobile providers.
Cellcom Voice Quality in Wisconsin
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 83.45% of Wisconsin homes. 91.15% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Wisconsin Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Wisconsin Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin covering 88.38% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.98% of the state. Overall, 99.99% of homes (5,779,460 people) and 99.9% of the land (54,117.3 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Wisconsin
Wisconsin 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Wisconsin cover 88.38% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 57.06% or 30,904.1 square miles of Wisconsin are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Wisconsin comes from T-Mobile with 77.16% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Wisconsin
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin, 99.98% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.98% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Wisconsin with 99.34% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 99.35% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Wisconsin land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 95.64% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 77.16% in Wisconsin.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 99.34% of Wisconsin.
- The top estimated average speed in Wisconsin, estimated at 62.57, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Near Wisconsin
If you live near Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin:
States close to Wisconsin
- Minnesota: better mobile coverage
- Iowa: worse mobile coverage
- Illinois: better mobile coverage
- Michigan: better mobile coverage
- Indiana: better mobile coverage
- Missouri: better mobile coverage
- Ohio: better mobile coverage
- South Dakota: better mobile coverage
- Nebraska: worse mobile coverage
- Kentucky: worse mobile coverage
States with similar populations to Wisconsin
- Maryland: better mobile coverage
- Missouri: better mobile coverage
- Minnesota: better mobile coverage
- Colorado: better mobile coverage
- Tennessee: worse mobile coverage
- Indiana: better mobile coverage
- Alabama: better mobile coverage
- Massachusetts: better mobile coverage
- South Carolina: better mobile coverage
- Arizona: better mobile coverage