In New Mexico, you’ll select from 6 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 94.5% of New Mexico’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.90% of New Mexico’s 2,092,428 residents. 5G reception covers up to 95.79% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the New Mexico providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
New Mexico 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 New Mexico
Coverage:
99.27% of New Mexico
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 95.26%
4G: 99.09%
3G or 2G: 96.92%
Plans start at $30/mo.
More about T-Mobile in New Mexico
T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in New Mexico
T-Mobile covers 99.27% 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 New Mexico) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
95.26% |
60.58% |
4G |
99.09% |
82.78% |
2G or 3G |
96.92% |
62.62% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 95.26% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 3.83% 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 New Mexico mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in New Mexico
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 95.26% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.09% of New Mexico homes. 97.13% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in New Mexico
Coverage:
99.31% of New Mexico
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 37.42%
4G: 98.92%
3G or 2G: 98.85%
More about AT&T Wireless in New Mexico
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in New Mexico
AT&T Wireless covers 99.31% 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 New Mexico) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
37.42% |
20.97% |
4G |
98.92% |
83.91% |
2G or 3G |
98.85% |
82.70% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 37.42% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 61.50% 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 New Mexico mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in New Mexico
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 37.42% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.92% of New Mexico homes. 98.85% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in New Mexico
Coverage:
99.44% of New Mexico
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.24%
4G: 99.42%
3G or 2G: 98.30%
Plans start at $35/mo.
More about Verizon Wireless in New Mexico
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in New Mexico
Verizon Wireless covers 99.44% 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 New Mexico) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.24% |
0.00% |
4G |
99.42% |
89.58% |
2G or 3G |
98.30% |
76.99% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.24% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.18% 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 New Mexico mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in New Mexico
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.24% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.42% of New Mexico homes. 97.97% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of New Mexico homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as New Mexico land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the New Mexico Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in New Mexico. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, New Mexico ranks #16 out of 52 states and territories for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in the United States.
Best New Mexico Cell Provider Key
The southern parts of the state feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the western areas of New Mexico where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in New Mexico: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in New Mexico. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 95.26% of the state. Cell service of any type reaches 99.44% of New Mexico homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in New Mexico
If the price of a New Mexico mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in New Mexico 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 New Mexico 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 New Mexico
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in New Mexico, 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 New Mexico and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about Cellular One in New Mexico
Cellular One Data Speeds and Coverage in New Mexico
Cellular One covers 91.06% 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 New Mexico) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
61.98% |
13.38% |
2G or 3G |
90.75% |
53.93% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 61.98% of homes. 28.77% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Cellular One as #4 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among New Mexico mobile providers.
Cellular One Voice Quality in New Mexico
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 61.98% of New Mexico homes. 90.75% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about Choice Wireless in New Mexico
Choice Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in New Mexico
Choice Wireless covers 71.37% 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 New Mexico) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
51.47% |
43.64% |
2G or 3G |
60.16% |
47.08% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 51.47% of homes. 8.69% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Choice Wireless as #5 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among New Mexico mobile providers.
Choice Wireless Voice Quality in New Mexico
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 51.47% of New Mexico homes. 61.29% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about Viaero Wireless in New Mexico
Viaero Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in New Mexico
Viaero Wireless covers 31.69% 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 New Mexico) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
31.69% |
19.14% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 31.69% of homes. We rank Viaero Wireless as #6 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among New Mexico mobile providers.
Viaero Wireless Voice Quality in New Mexico
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 31.69% of New Mexico homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
New Mexico Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
New Mexico Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in New Mexico 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 New Mexico covering 95.79% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.81% of the state. Overall, 99.90% of homes (2,092,598 people) and 94.5% of the land (114,661.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in New Mexico
New Mexico 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in New Mexico cover 95.79% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 62.25% or 75,515.1 square miles of New Mexico are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in New Mexico comes from T-Mobile with 95.26% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in New Mexico
New Mexico 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 New Mexico, 99.81% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.81% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in New Mexico with 99.42% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in New Mexico 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 New Mexico houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 99.44% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all New Mexico land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 89.66% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 95.26% in New Mexico.
- The top estimated average speed in New Mexico, estimated at 69.17, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Near New Mexico
If you live near New Mexico 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 New Mexico:
States close to New Mexico
- Arizona: worse mobile coverage
- Colorado: worse mobile coverage
- Utah: better mobile coverage
- Oklahoma: better mobile coverage
- Texas: better mobile coverage
- Kansas: worse mobile coverage
- Wyoming: worse mobile coverage
- Nebraska: worse mobile coverage
- Nevada: better mobile coverage
- California: better mobile coverage
States with similar populations to New Mexico
- Nebraska: worse mobile coverage
- West Virginia: worse mobile coverage
- Idaho: worse mobile coverage
- Hawaii: worse mobile coverage
- Maine: worse mobile coverage
- New Hampshire: worse mobile coverage
- Nevada: better mobile coverage
- Kansas: worse mobile coverage
- Arkansas: worse mobile coverage
- Mississippi: worse mobile coverage