In Alameda, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Alameda’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Alameda’s 78,462 residents. 5G reception covers up to 99.07% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Alameda providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Alameda, CA 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 Alameda
Coverage:
100.00% of Alameda
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 96.62%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 99.97%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Alameda
T-Mobile covers 100.00% of homes in the city 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 Alameda) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
96.62% |
92.11% |
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
99.97% |
99.96% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 96.62% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 3.38% 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 Alameda mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Alameda
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 96.62% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Alameda homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Alameda
Coverage:
99.78% of Alameda
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 94.45%
4G: 99.78%
3G or 2G: 99.78%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Alameda
AT&T Wireless covers 99.78% of homes in the city 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 Alameda) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
94.45% |
95.66% |
4G |
99.78% |
99.33% |
2G or 3G |
99.78% |
99.33% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 94.45% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 5.33% 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 Alameda mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Alameda
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 94.45% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.78% of Alameda homes. 99.78% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.83% of Alameda
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.79%
3G or 2G: 99.44%
Plans start at $35/mo.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Alameda
Verizon Wireless covers 99.83% of homes in the city 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 Alameda) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.79% |
99.42% |
2G or 3G |
99.44% |
98.68% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.79% 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 Alameda mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Alameda
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.79% of Alameda homes. 99.44% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Alameda homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Alameda land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Alameda Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Alameda, CA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Alameda ranks #1690 out of 3658 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in California.
Best Alameda Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the eastern areas of Alameda where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Alameda, CA: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Alameda. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 96.62% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Alameda homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Alameda, CA
If the price of a Alameda mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Alameda 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 Alameda 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.
Alameda, CA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Alameda Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Alameda may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the city. 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 Alameda covering 99.07% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (78,471 people) and 100.0% of the land (10.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Alameda
Alameda 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Alameda cover 99.07% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 98.83% or 10.5 square miles of Alameda are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Alameda comes from T-Mobile with 96.62% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Alameda
Alameda 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 Alameda, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile has the best 4G network in Alameda with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Alameda for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the city, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to Alameda houses is best with service from T-Mobile, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Alameda land is provided by T-Mobile at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 96.62% in Alameda.
- The top estimated average speed in Alameda, estimated at 69.95, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Near Alameda
If you live near Alameda but aren’t technically in the city, 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 Alameda:
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