In Mission Bay, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Mission Bay’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Mission Bay’s 61,487 residents. 5G reception covers up to 99.99% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Mission Bay providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Mission Bay, San Diego, CA 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 Mission Bay
Coverage:
99.99% of Mission Bay
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 99.95%
4G: 99.99%
3G or 2G: 99.99%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Mission Bay
AT&T Wireless covers 99.99% 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 Mission Bay) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
99.95% |
99.28% |
4G |
99.99% |
99.53% |
2G or 3G |
99.99% |
99.53% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 99.95% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.04% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Mission Bay mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Mission Bay
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 99.95% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.99% of Mission Bay homes. 99.99% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Mission Bay
Coverage:
100.00% of Mission Bay
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 82.72%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 99.93%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Mission Bay
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 Mission Bay) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
82.72% |
76.36% |
4G |
100.00% |
99.83% |
2G or 3G |
99.93% |
97.91% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 82.72% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 17.28% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Mission Bay mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Mission Bay
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 82.72% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Mission Bay homes. 99.93% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Mission Bay
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 99.96%
Plans start at $35/mo.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Mission Bay
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 Mission Bay) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
99.58% |
2G or 3G |
99.96% |
98.18% |
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 Mission Bay mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Mission Bay
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Mission Bay homes. 98.91% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Mission Bay homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Mission Bay land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Mission Bay Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Mission Bay, San Diego, CA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Mission Bay ranks #45 out of 100 neighborhoods for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in San Diego.
Best Mission Bay Cell Provider Key
The southern parts of the neighborhood feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the central areas of Mission Bay where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Mission Bay, San Diego, CA: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Mission Bay. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 99.95% of the neighborhood. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Mission Bay homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Mission Bay, San Diego, CA
If the price of a Mission Bay mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Mission Bay 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 Mission Bay 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.
Mission Bay, San Diego, CA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Mission Bay Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Mission Bay 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 Mission Bay covering 99.99% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the neighborhood. Overall, 100.00% of homes (61,488 people) and 100.0% of the land (20.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Mission Bay
Mission Bay 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Mission Bay cover 99.99% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 99.30% or 20.4 square miles of Mission Bay are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Mission Bay comes from AT&T Wireless with 99.95% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Mission Bay
Mission Bay 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 Mission Bay, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless and T-Mobile has the best 4G network in Mission Bay with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Mission Bay 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 Mission Bay houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless and T-Mobile, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Mission Bay land is provided by T-Mobile at 99.83% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 99.95% in Mission Bay.
- The top estimated average speed in Mission Bay, estimated at 70.98, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Near Mission Bay
If you live near Mission Bay 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 Mission Bay:
Neighborhoods close to Mission Bay
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- Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA: worse mobile coverage
- Near West Side, Chicago, IL: better mobile coverage