In Arkansas, you’ll select from 6 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.9% of Arkansas’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.99% of Arkansas’s 2,990,669 residents. 5G reception covers up to 93.43% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Arkansas providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Arkansas 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 Arkansas
Coverage:
97.88% of Arkansas
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 88.14%
4G: 97.72%
3G or 2G: 81.31%
Plans start at $30/mo.
More about T-Mobile in Arkansas
T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Arkansas
T-Mobile covers 97.88% of homes in the state 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 Arkansas) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
88.14% |
67.90% |
4G |
97.72% |
86.03% |
2G or 3G |
81.31% |
42.48% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 88.14% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 9.58% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #1 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Arkansas mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Arkansas
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 88.14% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.72% of Arkansas homes. 82.72% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Arkansas
Coverage:
99.90% of Arkansas
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 81.37%
4G: 99.34%
3G or 2G: 99.89%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Arkansas
AT&T Wireless covers 99.90% of homes in the state 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 Arkansas) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
81.37% |
44.79% |
4G |
99.34% |
93.38% |
2G or 3G |
99.89% |
98.24% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 81.37% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 17.97% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Arkansas mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Arkansas
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 81.37% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.34% of Arkansas homes. 99.89% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Arkansas
Coverage:
99.99% of Arkansas
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.28%
4G: 99.98%
3G or 2G: 99.98%
Plans start at $35/mo.
More about Verizon Wireless in Arkansas
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Arkansas
Verizon Wireless covers 99.99% of homes in the state 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 Arkansas) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.28% |
0.01% |
4G |
99.98% |
99.72% |
2G or 3G |
99.98% |
99.58% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.28% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.70% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Arkansas mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Arkansas
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.28% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.98% of Arkansas homes. 99.50% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Arkansas homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Arkansas land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Arkansas Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Arkansas. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Arkansas ranks #29 out of 52 states and territories for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in the United States.
Best Arkansas Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the state feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northern areas of Arkansas where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Arkansas: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Arkansas. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 88.14% of the state. Cell service of any type reaches 99.99% of Arkansas homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Arkansas
If the price of a Arkansas mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Arkansas 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 Arkansas 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.
Local Mobile Providers in Arkansas
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Arkansas, and then partner with larger national companies to provide national service for traveling customers. We display network partners to the best of our ability but cannot guarantee coverage or charges outside of Arkansas and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about C Spire Wireless in Arkansas
C Spire Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Arkansas
C Spire Wireless covers 90.87% of homes in the state 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 Arkansas) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
46.61% |
27.88% |
2G or 3G |
90.87% |
78.25% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 46.61% of homes. 44.26% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank C Spire Wireless as #4 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Arkansas mobile providers.
C Spire Wireless Voice Quality in Arkansas
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 46.61% of Arkansas homes. 90.87% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about Pine Cellular in Arkansas
Pine Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Arkansas
Pine Cellular covers 6.97% of homes in the state 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 Arkansas) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
6.26% |
4.27% |
2G or 3G |
5.08% |
3.01% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 6.26% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Pine Cellular as #5 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Arkansas mobile providers.
Pine Cellular Voice Quality in Arkansas
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 6.26% of Arkansas homes. 5.08% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
US Cellular 5G available in Arkansas
Coverage:
4.08% of Arkansas
9.86% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 3.96%
4G: 0.11%
3G or 2G: 0.11%
Plans start at $30/mo.
More about US Cellular in Arkansas
US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Arkansas
US Cellular covers 4.08% of homes in the state 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 Arkansas) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
3.96% |
2.02% |
4G |
0.11% |
0.09% |
2G or 3G |
0.11% |
0.09% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 3.96% 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 US Cellular as #6 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Arkansas mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Arkansas
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 3.96% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.11% of Arkansas homes. 0.11% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Arkansas Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Arkansas Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Arkansas may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the state. 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 Arkansas covering 93.43% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.99% of the state. Overall, 99.99% of homes (2,991,424 people) and 99.9% of the land (51,982.2 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Arkansas
Arkansas 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Arkansas cover 93.43% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 72.58% or 37,766.5 square miles of Arkansas are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Arkansas comes from T-Mobile with 88.14% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Arkansas
Arkansas 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 Arkansas, 99.99% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.99% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Arkansas with 99.98% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Arkansas for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the state, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to Arkansas houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 99.99% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Arkansas land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 99.87% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 88.14% in Arkansas.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 99.98% of Arkansas.
- The top estimated average speed in Arkansas, estimated at 66.41, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Near Arkansas
If you live near Arkansas but aren’t technically in the state, 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 Arkansas:
States close to Arkansas
- Missouri: better mobile coverage
- Mississippi: worse mobile coverage
- Oklahoma: better mobile coverage
- Louisiana: better mobile coverage
- Alabama: worse mobile coverage
- Kansas: worse mobile coverage
- Tennessee: worse mobile coverage
- Texas: better mobile coverage
- Kentucky: worse mobile coverage
- Illinois: better mobile coverage
States with similar populations to Arkansas
- Mississippi: worse mobile coverage
- Utah: better mobile coverage
- Kansas: worse mobile coverage
- Nevada: better mobile coverage
- Iowa: worse mobile coverage
- Connecticut: worse mobile coverage
- Puerto Rico: better mobile coverage
- New Mexico: better mobile coverage
- Oklahoma: better mobile coverage
- Oregon: worse mobile coverage