In 98208, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of 98208’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of 98208’s 57,335 residents. 5G reception covers up to 100.00% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the 98208 providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.

 

98208, WA Top Cell Providers

Mint

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.

Visible

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

T-Mobile 5G available in 98208


Coverage:

100.00% of 98208

99.34% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 100.00%

4G: 100.00%

3G or 2G: 100.00%


Plans start at $30/mo.

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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in 98208

T-Mobile covers 100.00% of homes in the zip 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 98208) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
100.00%
100.00%
4G
100.00%
100.00%
2G or 3G
100.00%
100.00%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 100.00% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among 98208 mobile providers.

T-Mobile Voice Quality in 98208

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 100.00% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of 98208 homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

AT&T Wireless

AT&T Wireless 5G available in 98208


Coverage:

100.00% of 98208

98.83% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 99.92%

4G: 100.00%

3G or 2G: 100.00%


Plans start at $35/mo.

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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in 98208

AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the zip 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 98208) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
99.92%
99.85%
4G
100.00%
100.00%
2G or 3G
100.00%
100.00%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 99.92% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.08% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among 98208 mobile providers.

AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in 98208

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 99.92% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of 98208 homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Verizon Wireless


Coverage:

100.00% of 98208

98.82% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 100.00%

3G or 2G: 100.00%


Plans start at $35/mo.

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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in 98208

Verizon Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the zip 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 98208) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
100.00%
100.00%
2G or 3G
100.00%
100.00%

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 98208 mobile providers.

Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in 98208

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of 98208 homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of 98208 homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as 98208 land area.

 

Fastest Cell Service Down to the 98208 Neighborhood

The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in 98208, WA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, 98208 ranks #1 out of 1465 zip codes for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Washington.

Map of the fastest cell company in 98208

Best 98208 Cell Provider Key

Verizon
AT&T
T-Mobile
Tie

 

 

Best Coverage & Data Speeds in 98208, WA: T-Mobile

Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in 98208. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 100.00% of the zip. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of 98208 homes.

 

Cheap Options for Mobile Service in 98208, WA

If the price of a 98208 mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in 98208 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 98208 wireless plan will quickly rise if you add additional lines or features such as a hotspot or unlimited data.


Mint

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.


Cricket Wireless

Coverage:

AT&T Network

Data Speeds:

Same as AT&T above


Boost Mobile

Coverage:

T-Mobile Network

Data Speeds:

Same as T-Mobile above


Visible

Coverage:

Verizon Network

Data Speeds:

Same as Verizon above


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.

 

98208, WA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Map of fastest mobile speeds in 98208

98208 Fastest Speeds Key

2G
4G
5G

Your mobile coverage in 98208 may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the zip. 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 98208 covering 100.00% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the zip. Overall, 100.00% of homes (57,333 people) and 100.0% of the land (16.2 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.

 

5G Coverage Map and Availability in 98208

Map of 5G mobile cell service in 98208

98208 5G Coverage Key

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5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in 98208 cover 100.00% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 100.00% or 16.2 square miles of 98208 are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in 98208 comes from T-Mobile with 100.00% coverage.

 

4G Coverage Map and Availability in 98208

Map of 4G mobile cell service in 98208

98208 4G Coverage Key

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4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In 98208, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless, AT&T Wireless, and T-Mobile has the best 4G network in 98208 with 100.00% coverage.

Selecting the Best Cell Provider in 98208 for You

If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the zip, some of these facts may help you decide:

  • Coverage to 98208 houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, AT&T Wireless, and T-Mobile, with 100.00% of homes covered.
  • The best coverage across all 98208 land is provided by Verizon Wireless, AT&T Wireless, and T-Mobile at 100.00% of land area covered.
  • The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 100.00% in 98208.
  • The top estimated average speed in 98208, estimated at 71.00, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.

 

Mobile Service Near 98208

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