In Maryland, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Maryland’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Maryland’s 6,003,436 residents. 5G reception covers up to 97.90% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Maryland providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Maryland 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.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Maryland
Coverage:
99.92% of Maryland
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 95.28%
4G: 99.92%
3G or 2G: 99.92%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Maryland
AT&T Wireless covers 99.92% 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 Maryland) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
95.28% |
78.37% |
4G |
99.92% |
99.51% |
2G or 3G |
99.92% |
99.74% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 95.28% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 4.64% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Maryland mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Maryland
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 95.28% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.92% of Maryland homes. 99.92% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Maryland
Coverage:
99.88% of Maryland
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 87.10%
4G: 99.86%
3G or 2G: 98.79%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Maryland
T-Mobile covers 99.88% 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 Maryland) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
87.10% |
60.63% |
4G |
99.86% |
98.15% |
2G or 3G |
98.79% |
85.67% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 87.10% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 12.76% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Maryland mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Maryland
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 87.10% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.86% of Maryland homes. 99.26% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Maryland
Coverage:
99.81% of Maryland
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.85%
4G: 99.80%
3G or 2G: 95.56%
Plans start at $35/mo.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Maryland
Verizon Wireless covers 99.81% 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 Maryland) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.85% |
0.07% |
4G |
99.80% |
97.73% |
2G or 3G |
95.56% |
83.96% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.85% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 98.95% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Maryland mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Maryland
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.85% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.80% of Maryland homes. 95.53% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Maryland homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Maryland land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Maryland Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Maryland. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Maryland ranks #6 out of 52 states and territories for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in the United States.
Best Maryland Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the state feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of Maryland where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Maryland: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Maryland. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 95.28% of the state. Cell service of any type reaches 99.92% of Maryland homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Maryland
If the price of a Maryland mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Maryland 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 Maryland 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 Maryland
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Maryland, 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 Maryland and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Maryland
Coverage:
98.84% of Maryland
9.86% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 4.12%
4G: 98.35%
3G or 2G: 98.44%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Maryland
US Cellular covers 98.84% 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 Maryland) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
4.12% |
4.45% |
4G |
98.35% |
91.31% |
2G or 3G |
98.44% |
91.27% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 4.12% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 94.23% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Maryland mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Maryland
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 4.12% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.35% of Maryland homes. 98.44% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Maryland Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Maryland Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Maryland 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 Maryland covering 97.90% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.99% of the state. Overall, 100.00% of homes (6,004,018 people) and 100.0% of the land (9,705.9 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Maryland
Maryland 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Maryland cover 97.90% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 86.55% or 8,404.6 square miles of Maryland are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Maryland comes from AT&T Wireless with 95.28% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Maryland
Maryland 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 Maryland, 99.99% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.99% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Maryland with 99.92% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Maryland 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 Maryland houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 99.92% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Maryland land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 99.75% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 95.28% in Maryland.
- The top estimated average speed in Maryland, estimated at 69.50, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Near Maryland
If you live near Maryland 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 Maryland:
States close to Maryland
- District of Columbia: better mobile coverage
- Delaware: worse mobile coverage
- Pennsylvania: worse mobile coverage
- Virginia: worse mobile coverage
- New Jersey: better mobile coverage
- West Virginia: worse mobile coverage
- New York: worse mobile coverage
- Connecticut: worse mobile coverage
- North Carolina: worse mobile coverage
- Rhode Island: better mobile coverage
States with similar populations to Maryland
- Missouri: worse mobile coverage
- Wisconsin: worse mobile coverage
- Minnesota: worse mobile coverage
- Tennessee: worse mobile coverage
- Colorado: worse mobile coverage
- Indiana: worse mobile coverage
- Massachusetts: worse mobile coverage
- Arizona: worse mobile coverage
- Alabama: worse mobile coverage
- Washington: worse mobile coverage