Best Phone Coverage & Plans in Sturgis, South Dakota 57785

Discover the best wireless coverage in Sturgis, SD, 57785 as we compare top carriers like Verizon, T-Mobile, and AT&T. Dive into our detailed guide to understand which provider offers the most reliable connectivity in this region.

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

Best Phone Network in Sturgis, SD, 57785

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Overview of Phone Networks in Sturgis, South Dakota, 57785

Sturgis, South Dakota, offers various wireless coverage options from major carriers like Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile. Among these, Verizon stands out as the best network in the area, providing reliable service and solid performance for everyday tasks such as streaming videos or making video calls.

Verizon coverage in Sturgis, SD, 57785

Verizon delivers impressive speeds in Sturgis, with mean speeds around 60 Mbps and median speeds typically near 50 Mbps. Latency, which affects how quickly data is sent and received, averages around 30 ms, making it suitable for real-time applications. The 10th percentile speed is about 20 Mbps, while the 90th percentile speed peaks at 90 Mbps, ensuring that users can enjoy decent performance even during peak hours. Verizon has extensive 4G LTE coverage, with a growing 5G network that enhances overall service. The consistency percentage is approximately 85%, meaning most users experience reliable connections most of the time. Multi-server latency and jitter measurements indicate a stable network, making it a great choice for video streaming and online gaming.

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AT&T coverage in Sturgis, SD, 57785

AT&T provides good coverage in Sturgis, with mean speeds around 40 Mbps and median speeds close to 35 Mbps. The average latency is similar to Verizon, at about 30 ms, which is favorable for activities like video calls. The 10th percentile speed is about 15 Mbps, while the 90th percentile speed can reach 70 Mbps, giving users a reasonable experience. AT&T has strong 4G LTE coverage, but its 5G service is less widespread. The consistency percentage is about 75%, meaning that while the network performs well most of the time, there may be occasional slowdowns. Multi-server latency and jitter results indicate that AT&T is reliable for general use but may not be as stable as Verizon for high-demand tasks.

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T-Mobile coverage in Sturgis, SD, 57785

T-Mobile’s coverage in Sturgis offers mean speeds around 35 Mbps and median speeds of approximately 30 Mbps. The latency averages around 35 ms, which is acceptable for most online activities but slightly slower than the other carriers. The 10th percentile speed is about 10 Mbps, while the 90th percentile speed can reach 60 Mbps, indicating a decent range of performance. T-Mobile’s 4G network is robust, but its 5G coverage is still developing in the area. The consistency percentage is around 70%, so users may experience more fluctuations in service quality. Multi-server latency and jitter figures suggest that T-Mobile can handle everyday tasks but might struggle during peak usage times.

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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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