In Palmdale, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.8% of Palmdale’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Palmdale’s 169,422 residents. 5G reception covers up to 99.93% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Palmdale providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Palmdale, 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 Palmdale
Coverage:
100.00% of Palmdale
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 99.90%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Palmdale
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Palmdale) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
99.90% |
86.06% |
4G |
100.00% |
99.21% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
99.29% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 99.90% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.10% 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 Palmdale mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Palmdale
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 99.90% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Palmdale homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Palmdale
Coverage:
99.97% of Palmdale
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 91.24%
4G: 99.90%
3G or 2G: 99.89%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Palmdale
T-Mobile covers 99.97% 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 Palmdale) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
91.24% |
76.73% |
4G |
99.90% |
91.03% |
2G or 3G |
99.89% |
90.76% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 91.24% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 8.66% 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 Palmdale mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Palmdale
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 91.24% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.90% of Palmdale homes. 99.91% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Palmdale
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 99.98%
Plans start at $35/mo.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Palmdale
Verizon Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Palmdale) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
99.62% |
2G or 3G |
99.98% |
96.03% |
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 Palmdale mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Palmdale
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Palmdale homes. 99.98% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Palmdale homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Palmdale land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Palmdale Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Palmdale, CA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Palmdale ranks #1235 out of 3658 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in California.
Best Palmdale Cell Provider Key
The northern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Palmdale where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Palmdale, CA: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Palmdale. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 99.90% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Palmdale homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Palmdale, CA
If the price of a Palmdale mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Palmdale 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 Palmdale 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.
Palmdale, CA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Palmdale Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Palmdale 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 Palmdale covering 99.93% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (169,419 people) and 99.8% of the land (283.8 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Palmdale
Palmdale 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Palmdale cover 99.93% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 88.83% or 252.6 square miles of Palmdale are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Palmdale comes from AT&T Wireless with 99.90% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Palmdale
Palmdale 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 Palmdale, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Palmdale with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Palmdale 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 Palmdale houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Palmdale land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 99.64% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 99.90% in Palmdale.
- The top estimated average speed in Palmdale, estimated at 70.97, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Near Palmdale
If you live near Palmdale 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 Palmdale:
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