Mobile Coverage & Cell Phone Plans in Alameda County, CA

In Alameda County, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 98.5% of Alameda County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Alameda County’s 1,643,700 residents. 5G reception covers up to 98.47% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Alameda County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.

 

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

 

Fastest Cell Service Down to the Alameda County Neighborhood

The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Alameda County, CA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Alameda County ranks #1839 out of 3658 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in California.

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The southern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northern areas of Alameda County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.

 

Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Alameda County, CA: AT&T Wireless

Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Alameda County. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 93.87% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.98% of Alameda County homes.

 

Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Alameda County, CA

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

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 County, CA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Alameda County Fastest Speeds Key

Your mobile coverage in Alameda 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 Alameda County covering 98.47% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the county. Overall, 100.00% of homes (1,643,812 people) and 98.5% of the land (726.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.

 

5G Coverage Map and Availability in Alameda County

Alameda County 5G Coverage Key

5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Alameda County cover 98.47% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 73.40% or 541.3 square miles of Alameda County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Alameda County comes from AT&T Wireless with 93.87% coverage.

 

4G Coverage Map and Availability in Alameda County

Alameda 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 Alameda County, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Alameda County with 99.98% coverage.

Mobile Service Near Alameda County

If you live near Alameda 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 Alameda County: