In Arlington, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Arlington’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Arlington’s 391,284 residents. 5G reception covers up to 99.97% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Arlington providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Arlington, TX 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 Arlington
Coverage:
100.00% of Arlington
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 98.94%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Arlington
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 Arlington) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
98.94% |
98.59% |
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 98.94% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 1.06% 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 Arlington mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Arlington
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 98.94% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Arlington homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Arlington
Coverage:
100.00% of Arlington
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 83.52%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Arlington
AT&T Wireless 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 Arlington) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
83.52% |
82.39% |
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 83.52% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 16.48% 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 Arlington mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Arlington
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 83.52% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Arlington homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Arlington
Coverage:
100.00% of Arlington
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.54%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
Plans start at $35/mo.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Arlington
Verizon Wireless 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 Arlington) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.54% |
2.55% |
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.54% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.46% 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 Arlington mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Arlington
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.54% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Arlington 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 Arlington homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Arlington land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Arlington Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Arlington, TX. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Arlington ranks #1220 out of 5248 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Texas.
Best Arlington Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southern areas of Arlington where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Arlington, TX: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Arlington. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 98.94% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Arlington homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Arlington, TX
If the price of a Arlington mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Arlington 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 Arlington 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.
Arlington, TX Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Arlington Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Arlington 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 Arlington covering 99.97% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (391,331 people) and 100.0% of the land (98.7 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Arlington
Arlington 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Arlington cover 99.97% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 99.56% or 98.3 square miles of Arlington are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Arlington comes from T-Mobile with 98.94% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Arlington
Arlington 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 Arlington, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile, AT&T Wireless, and Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Arlington with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Arlington 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 Arlington houses is best with service from T-Mobile, AT&T Wireless, and Verizon Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Arlington land is provided by T-Mobile, AT&T Wireless, and Verizon Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 98.94% in Arlington.
- The top estimated average speed in Arlington, estimated at 70.67, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Near Arlington
If you live near Arlington 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 Arlington:
Cities close to Arlington
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Cities with similar populations to Arlington
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- St. Louis, MO: worse mobile coverage
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- Minneapolis, MN: worse mobile coverage
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