In Downtown Austin, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Downtown Austin’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Downtown Austin’s 9,438 residents. 5G reception covers up to 100.00% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Downtown Austin providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Downtown Austin, Austin, 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 Downtown Austin
Coverage:
100.00% of Downtown Austin
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 100.00%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Downtown Austin
T-Mobile covers 100.00% of homes in the neighborhood 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 Downtown Austin) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
100.00% |
99.47% |
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 100.00% 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 T-Mobile as #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Downtown Austin mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Downtown Austin
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 100.00% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Downtown Austin homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Downtown Austin
Coverage:
100.00% of Downtown Austin
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 89.27%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Downtown Austin
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the neighborhood 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 Downtown Austin) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
89.27% |
83.74% |
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 89.27% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 10.73% 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 Downtown Austin mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Downtown Austin
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 89.27% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Downtown Austin homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Downtown Austin
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 Downtown Austin
Verizon Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the neighborhood 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 Downtown Austin) 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 Downtown Austin mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Downtown Austin
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Downtown Austin 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 Downtown Austin homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Downtown Austin land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Downtown Austin Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Downtown Austin, Austin, TX. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Downtown Austin ranks #1 out of 92 neighborhoods for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Austin.
Best Downtown Austin Cell Provider Key
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Downtown Austin, Austin, TX: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Downtown Austin. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 100.00% of the neighborhood. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Downtown Austin homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Downtown Austin, Austin, TX
If the price of a Downtown Austin mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Downtown Austin 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 Downtown Austin 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.
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Downtown Austin Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Downtown Austin may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the neighborhood. 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 Downtown Austin covering 100.00% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the neighborhood. Overall, 100.00% of homes (9,442 people) and 100.0% of the land (1.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Downtown Austin
Downtown Austin 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Downtown Austin cover 100.00% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 100.00% or 1.6 square miles of Downtown Austin are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Downtown Austin comes from T-Mobile with 100.00% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Downtown Austin
Downtown Austin 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 Downtown Austin, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless, AT&T Wireless, and T-Mobile has the best 4G network in Downtown Austin with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Downtown Austin for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the neighborhood, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to Downtown Austin houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, AT&T Wireless, and T-Mobile, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Downtown Austin land is provided by Verizon Wireless, AT&T Wireless, and T-Mobile at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 100.00% in Downtown Austin.
- The top estimated average speed in Downtown Austin, estimated at 71.00, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Near Downtown Austin
If you live near Downtown Austin but aren’t technically in the neighborhood, 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 Downtown Austin:
Neighborhoods close to Downtown Austin
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- North University, Austin, TX: equal mobile coverage
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