In Pennsylvania, you’ll select from 6 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 98.6% of Pennsylvania’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.98% of Pennsylvania’s 12,791,181 residents. 5G reception covers up to 96.18% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Pennsylvania providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
Coverage:
99.90% of Pennsylvania
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 87.35%
4G: 99.69%
3G or 2G: 99.77%
More about AT&T Wireless in Pennsylvania
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Pennsylvania
AT&T Wireless covers 99.90% 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 Pennsylvania) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
87.35% |
50.08% |
4G |
99.69% |
93.43% |
2G or 3G |
99.77% |
94.38% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 87.35% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 12.34% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #1 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Pennsylvania mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Pennsylvania
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 87.35% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.69% of Pennsylvania homes. 99.78% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Pennsylvania
Coverage:
99.35% of Pennsylvania
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 86.95%
4G: 99.33%
3G or 2G: 95.48%
Plans start at $30/mo.
More about T-Mobile in Pennsylvania
T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Pennsylvania
T-Mobile covers 99.35% 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 Pennsylvania) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
86.95% |
69.17% |
4G |
99.33% |
88.91% |
2G or 3G |
95.48% |
63.78% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 86.95% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 12.38% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #2 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Pennsylvania mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Pennsylvania
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 86.95% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.33% of Pennsylvania homes. 96.46% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Pennsylvania
Coverage:
99.82% of Pennsylvania
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.45%
4G: 99.80%
3G or 2G: 93.83%
Plans start at $35/mo.
More about Verizon Wireless in Pennsylvania
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Pennsylvania
Verizon Wireless covers 99.82% 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 Pennsylvania) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.45% |
0.01% |
4G |
99.80% |
95.37% |
2G or 3G |
93.83% |
76.44% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.45% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.35% 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 Pennsylvania mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Pennsylvania
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.45% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.80% of Pennsylvania homes. 93.71% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Pennsylvania homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Pennsylvania land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Pennsylvania Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Pennsylvania. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Pennsylvania ranks #13 out of 52 states and territories for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in the United States.
Best Pennsylvania Cell Provider Key
The southern parts of the state feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northern areas of Pennsylvania where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Pennsylvania: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Pennsylvania. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 87.35% of the state. Cell service of any type reaches 99.90% of Pennsylvania homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Pennsylvania
If the price of a Pennsylvania mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
80.45% of Pennsylvania
9.86% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 79.57%
3G or 2G: 23.86%
Plans start at $30/mo.
More about US Cellular in Pennsylvania
US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Pennsylvania
US Cellular covers 80.45% 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 Pennsylvania) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
79.57% |
61.19% |
2G or 3G |
23.86% |
34.68% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 79.57% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #4 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Pennsylvania mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Pennsylvania
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 79.57% of Pennsylvania homes. 23.86% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
77.20% of Pennsylvania
0.04% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 69.48%
3G or 2G: 77.20%
More about Limitless Mobile in Pennsylvania
Limitless Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Pennsylvania
Limitless Mobile covers 77.20% 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 Pennsylvania) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
69.48% |
20.14% |
2G or 3G |
77.20% |
25.19% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 69.48% of homes. 7.72% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Limitless Mobile as #5 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Pennsylvania mobile providers.
Limitless Mobile Voice Quality in Pennsylvania
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 69.48% of Pennsylvania homes. 77.20% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
95.71% of Pennsylvania
0.07% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 26.59%
3G or 2G: 93.91%
More about Indigo Wireless in Pennsylvania
Indigo Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Pennsylvania
Indigo Wireless covers 95.71% 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 Pennsylvania) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
26.59% |
39.85% |
2G or 3G |
93.91% |
77.97% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 26.59% of homes. 67.32% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Indigo Wireless as #6 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Pennsylvania mobile providers.
Indigo Wireless Voice Quality in Pennsylvania
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 26.59% of Pennsylvania homes. 93.94% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Pennsylvania Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Pennsylvania Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania covering 96.18% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.94% of the state. Overall, 99.98% of homes (12,792,998 people) and 98.6% of the land (44,111.3 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Pennsylvania cover 96.18% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 75.13% or 33,614.8 square miles of Pennsylvania are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Pennsylvania comes from AT&T Wireless with 87.35% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania, 99.94% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.94% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Pennsylvania with 99.80% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 99.90% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Pennsylvania land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 96.13% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 87.35% in Pennsylvania.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 99.80% of Pennsylvania.
- The top estimated average speed in Pennsylvania, estimated at 66.95, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Near Pennsylvania
If you live near Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania:
States close to Pennsylvania
- Maryland: better mobile coverage
- District of Columbia: better mobile coverage
- Delaware: better mobile coverage
- New Jersey: better mobile coverage
- New York: worse mobile coverage
- Virginia: worse mobile coverage
- West Virginia: worse mobile coverage
- Connecticut: worse mobile coverage
- Ohio: worse mobile coverage
- Rhode Island: better mobile coverage
States with similar populations to Pennsylvania
- Illinois: worse mobile coverage
- Ohio: worse mobile coverage
- Georgia: worse mobile coverage
- North Carolina: worse mobile coverage
- Michigan: worse mobile coverage
- New Jersey: better mobile coverage
- Virginia: worse mobile coverage
- Washington: better mobile coverage
- Arizona: worse mobile coverage
- Massachusetts: worse mobile coverage