In Alachua County, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Alachua County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Alachua County’s 263,148 residents. 5G reception covers up to 96.48% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Alachua County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Alachua County, FL 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 Alachua County
Coverage:
100.00% of Alachua County
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 93.19%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Alachua 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 Alachua County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
93.19% |
75.35% |
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 93.19% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 6.81% 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 Alachua County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Alachua County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 93.19% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Alachua County homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Alachua County
Coverage:
99.83% of Alachua County
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 72.26%
4G: 99.83%
3G or 2G: 98.78%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Alachua County
T-Mobile covers 99.83% 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 Alachua County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
72.26% |
62.29% |
4G |
99.83% |
98.85% |
2G or 3G |
98.78% |
92.57% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 72.26% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 27.57% 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 Alachua County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Alachua County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 72.26% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.83% of Alachua County homes. 99.21% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Alachua County
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 Alachua 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 Alachua County) 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 Alachua County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Alachua County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Alachua County homes. 95.99% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Alachua County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Alachua County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Alachua County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Alachua County, FL. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Alachua County ranks #1268 out of 2182 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Florida.
Best Alachua County Cell Provider Key
The southern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Alachua County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Alachua County, FL: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Alachua County. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 93.19% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Alachua County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Alachua County, FL
If the price of a Alachua County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Alachua 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 Alachua 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.
Alachua County, FL Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Alachua County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Alachua 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 Alachua County covering 96.48% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (263,166 people) and 100.0% of the land (875.1 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Alachua County
Alachua County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Alachua County cover 96.48% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 86.59% or 757.7 square miles of Alachua County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Alachua County comes from AT&T Wireless with 93.19% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Alachua County
Alachua 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 Alachua County, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Alachua County with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Alachua 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 Alachua County houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Alachua County land is provided by Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 93.19% in Alachua County.
- The top estimated average speed in Alachua County, estimated at 68.89, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Near Alachua County
If you live near Alachua 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 Alachua County:
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