In Olympia, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.8% of Olympia’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.95% of Olympia’s 139,725 residents. 5G reception covers up to 93.54% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Olympia providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Olympia, WA 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 Olympia
Coverage:
99.89% of Olympia
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 90.21%
4G: 99.29%
3G or 2G: 99.19%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Olympia
T-Mobile covers 99.89% 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 Olympia) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
90.21% |
70.71% |
4G |
99.29% |
92.52% |
2G or 3G |
99.19% |
94.40% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 90.21% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 9.08% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Olympia mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Olympia
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 90.21% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.29% of Olympia homes. 99.23% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Olympia
Coverage:
99.89% of Olympia
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 67.63%
4G: 99.47%
3G or 2G: 99.89%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Olympia
AT&T Wireless covers 99.89% 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 Olympia) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
67.63% |
43.73% |
4G |
99.47% |
97.32% |
2G or 3G |
99.89% |
99.28% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 67.63% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 31.84% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Olympia mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Olympia
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 67.63% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.47% of Olympia homes. 99.89% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.79% of Olympia
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.77%
3G or 2G: 99.11%
Plans start at $35/mo.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Olympia
Verizon Wireless covers 99.79% of homes in the city 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 Olympia) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.77% |
98.49% |
2G or 3G |
99.11% |
96.08% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.77% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Olympia mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Olympia
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.77% of Olympia homes. 97.57% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Olympia homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Olympia land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Olympia Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Olympia, WA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Olympia ranks #800 out of 1465 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Washington.
Best Olympia Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of Olympia where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Olympia, WA: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Olympia. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 90.21% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 99.89% of Olympia homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Olympia, WA
If the price of a Olympia mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Olympia 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 Olympia 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 Olympia, WA
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Olympia, 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 Olympia and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
34.44% of Olympia
9.86% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 16.31%
3G or 2G: 34.44%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Olympia
US Cellular covers 34.44% of homes in the city 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 Olympia) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
16.31% |
14.77% |
2G or 3G |
34.44% |
32.39% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 16.31% of homes. 18.13% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Olympia mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Olympia
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 16.31% of Olympia homes. 34.44% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Olympia, WA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Olympia Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Olympia 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 Olympia covering 93.54% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.80% of the city. Overall, 99.95% of homes (139,730 people) and 99.8% of the land (261.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Olympia
Olympia 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Olympia cover 93.54% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 77.51% or 203.1 square miles of Olympia are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Olympia comes from T-Mobile with 90.21% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Olympia
Olympia 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 Olympia, 99.80% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.80% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Olympia with 99.77% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Olympia 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 Olympia houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless and T-Mobile, with 99.89% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Olympia land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 99.40% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 90.21% in Olympia.
- The top estimated average speed in Olympia, estimated at 67.68, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Near Olympia
If you live near Olympia 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 Olympia:
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