Best Phone Coverage & Plans in Stephan, South Dakota 57346

Explore the world of wireless coverage in Stephan, SD, 57346, as we dive into a comparison of major carriers like Verizon, T-Mobile, and AT&T. Discover who reigns supreme in providing the most reliable network in this area.

We determine the best network using FCC data and crowdsourced insights from a leading network intelligence community.

Best Phone Network in Stephan, SD, 57346

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Overview of Phone Networks in Stephan, South Dakota, 57346

Verizon coverage in Stephan, SD, 57346

Verizon provides the best network coverage in this area. Users can expect mean speeds around 35 Mbps, with median speeds slightly lower, which is good for streaming videos or making video calls. Latency is low, averaging around 30 ms, making connections quite responsive. In the 10th percentile, speeds can dip to about 15 Mbps, while the 90th percentile can reach up to 60 Mbps, showing a strong performance for most users. Verizon offers extensive 4G and emerging 5G coverage in the region, ensuring a reliable experience. The consistency percentage is high, meaning that users often get their expected speeds without significant drops. Multi-server latency and jitter are also favorable, making it a solid choice for online gaming and video conferencing.

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AT&T coverage in Stephan, SD, 57346

AT&T offers decent coverage in this area, with mean speeds around 25 Mbps and median speeds closer to 20 Mbps, which is generally suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and streaming music. Latency is slightly higher at about 40 ms, which may cause minor delays during video calls. The 10th percentile speeds can drop to around 10 Mbps, but the 90th percentile can reach up to 45 Mbps, indicating some variability. The network provides solid 4G coverage, with limited 5G availability. The consistency percentage is moderate, suggesting that while most users will be satisfied, some may experience interruptions. Multi-server latency and jitter can be a bit more variable compared to Verizon, which may affect online gaming.

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T-Mobile coverage in Stephan, SD, 57346

T-Mobile’s coverage in this area is somewhat limited compared to Verizon and AT&T. Average speeds are around 20 Mbps, with median speeds close to 15 Mbps, making it less ideal for heavy streaming or video calls. Latency is higher at about 50 ms, potentially leading to noticeable delays during online activities. The 10th percentile sees speeds drop to around 5 Mbps, while the 90th percentile can reach about 35 Mbps, indicating some inconsistency. T-Mobile has a fair amount of 4G coverage but less 5G availability in the region. The consistency percentage is lower, meaning users might experience fluctuations in speed more frequently. Multi-server latency and jitter can be challenging, affecting activities like gaming or streaming.

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Comparison of Premium Unlimited Plans

	AT&T	T-MOBILE	VERIZON	US MOBILE
1 Line	$96/line	$105/line	$100/line	$35/line
3+ Lines	$50.99/line	$70/line	$75/line	$35/line
Monthly Fees	$20/line	Incl’d	$21/line	Incl’d
One-time Fees	$35/line	$35/line	$35/line	None
Hotspot	60GB	50GB	60GB	50GB
Int’l calls	$11.49/min	$5/min	$10/mo	Free
Int’l texts	Free	Free	Free	Free
Intn’l Roaming	Unlt’d Talk, Text & 10GB	Unlt’d Talk, Text & 5GB	Unlt’d Talk, Text & 2G	1000 mins, texts & 10GB
Perks	None	None	$10 credit for Disney+, Netflix OR Max	Pick any 1 for Free

Basic Unlimited Plans Comparisons

	AT&T	T-MOBILE	VERIZON	US MOBILE
1 Line	$75.99/line	$65/line	$75/line	$17.5/line
3+ Lines	$55.99/line	$50/line	$50/line	$17.5/line
Fast Hotspot	5GB	0GB	0GB	5GB

Non Unlimited Plans Comparisons

	AT&T	T-MOBILE	VERIZON	US MOBILE
Talk & Text	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited
Data	4GB	10GB	0.5GB	2GB
Price	$60/line	$40/line	$50/line	$8/line
Customizable Plans	No	No	No	From $3.5/mo.

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