In Rio Rancho, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 98.1% of Rio Rancho’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Rio Rancho’s 96,459 residents. 5G reception covers up to 100.00% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Rio Rancho providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Rio Rancho, NM 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 Rio Rancho
Coverage:
100.00% of Rio Rancho
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 100.00%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
Plans start at $30/mo.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Rio Rancho
T-Mobile 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 Rio Rancho) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
5G |
100.00% |
81.78% |
4G |
100.00% |
97.62% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
67.94% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 100.00% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% 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 Rio Rancho mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Rio Rancho
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 100.00% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Rio Rancho homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Rio Rancho
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
Plans start at $35/mo.
More about Verizon Wireless in Rio Rancho
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Rio Rancho
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 Rio Rancho) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
97.09% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
89.85% |
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 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Rio Rancho mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Rio Rancho
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Rio Rancho homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Rio Rancho
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
More about AT&T Wireless in Rio Rancho
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Rio Rancho
AT&T 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 Rio Rancho) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
4G |
100.00% |
90.17% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
62.54% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 100.00% 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 Rio Rancho mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Rio Rancho
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Rio Rancho homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Rio Rancho homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Rio Rancho land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Rio Rancho Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Rio Rancho, NM. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Rio Rancho ranks #1 out of 1022 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in New Mexico.
Best Rio Rancho Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Rio Rancho where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Rio Rancho, NM: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Rio Rancho. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 100.00% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Rio Rancho homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Rio Rancho, NM
If the price of a Rio Rancho mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Rio Rancho 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 Rio Rancho 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 Rio Rancho, NM
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Rio Rancho, 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 Rio Rancho and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about Choice Wireless in Rio Rancho
Choice Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Rio Rancho
Choice Wireless covers 42.85% 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 Rio Rancho) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
---|---|---|
4G |
41.77% |
93.84% |
2G or 3G |
18.17% |
57.95% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 41.77% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Choice Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Rio Rancho mobile providers.
Choice Wireless Voice Quality in Rio Rancho
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 41.77% of Rio Rancho homes. 18.17% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Rio Rancho, NM Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Rio Rancho Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Rio Rancho 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 Rio Rancho covering 100.00% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (96,469 people) and 98.1% of the land (312.7 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Rio Rancho
Rio Rancho 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Rio Rancho cover 100.00% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 81.75% or 260.5 square miles of Rio Rancho are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Rio Rancho comes from T-Mobile with 100.00% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Rio Rancho
Rio Rancho 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 Rio Rancho, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless, and AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Rio Rancho with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Rio Rancho 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 Rio Rancho houses is best with service from T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless, and AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Rio Rancho land is provided by T-Mobile at 97.62% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 100.00% in Rio Rancho.
- The top estimated average speed in Rio Rancho, estimated at 71.00, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Near Rio Rancho
If you live near Rio Rancho 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 Rio Rancho:
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