In Tyler, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Tyler’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Tyler’s 152,891 residents. 5G reception covers up to 99.56% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Tyler providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.

 

Tyler, TX Top Cell Providers

Mint

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.

Visible

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

AT&T Wireless 5G available in Tyler


Coverage:

100.00% of Tyler

98.83% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 98.70%

4G: 100.00%

3G or 2G: 100.00%


Plans start at $35/mo.

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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Tyler

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 Tyler) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
98.70%
93.93%
4G
100.00%
100.00%
2G or 3G
100.00%
100.00%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 98.70% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 1.30% 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 Tyler mobile providers.

AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Tyler

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 98.70% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Tyler homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

T-Mobile

T-Mobile 5G available in Tyler


Coverage:

99.76% of Tyler

99.34% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 92.82%

4G: 99.75%

3G or 2G: 98.41%


Plans start at $30/mo.

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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Tyler

T-Mobile covers 99.76% 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 Tyler) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
92.82%
75.72%
4G
99.75%
98.79%
2G or 3G
98.41%
92.53%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 92.82% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 6.93% 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 Tyler mobile providers.

T-Mobile Voice Quality in Tyler

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 92.82% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.75% of Tyler homes. 99.22% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Verizon Wireless


Coverage:

100.00% of Tyler

98.82% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 100.00%

3G or 2G: 99.99%


Plans start at $35/mo.

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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Tyler

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 Tyler) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
100.00%
100.00%
2G or 3G
99.99%
99.99%

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 Tyler mobile providers.

Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Tyler

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Tyler homes. 99.52% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Tyler homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Tyler land area.

 

Fastest Cell Service Down to the Tyler Neighborhood

The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Tyler, TX. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Tyler ranks #1766 out of 5248 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Texas.

Map of the fastest cell company in Tyler

Best Tyler Cell Provider Key

Verizon
AT&T
T-Mobile
Tie

 

The central parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Tyler where mobile data speeds are generally slower.

 

Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Tyler, TX: AT&T Wireless

Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Tyler. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 98.70% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Tyler homes.

 

Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Tyler, TX

If the price of a Tyler mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Tyler 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 Tyler wireless plan will quickly rise if you add additional lines or features such as a hotspot or unlimited data.


Mint

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.


Cricket Wireless

Coverage:

AT&T Network

Data Speeds:

Same as AT&T above


Boost Mobile

Coverage:

T-Mobile Network

Data Speeds:

Same as T-Mobile above


Visible

Coverage:

Verizon Network

Data Speeds:

Same as Verizon above


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.

 

Tyler, TX Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Map of fastest mobile speeds in Tyler

Tyler Fastest Speeds Key

2G
4G
5G

Your mobile coverage in Tyler 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 Tyler covering 99.56% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (152,892 people) and 100.0% of the land (349.9 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.

 

5G Coverage Map and Availability in Tyler

Map of 5G mobile cell service in Tyler

Tyler 5G Coverage Key

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50%
100%

5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Tyler cover 99.56% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 97.81% or 342.2 square miles of Tyler are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Tyler comes from AT&T Wireless with 98.70% coverage.

 

4G Coverage Map and Availability in Tyler

Map of 4G mobile cell service in Tyler

Tyler 4G Coverage Key

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100%

4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In Tyler, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Tyler with 100.00% coverage.

Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Tyler 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 Tyler houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
  • The best coverage across all Tyler land is provided by Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
  • The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 98.70% in Tyler.
  • The top estimated average speed in Tyler, estimated at 70.60, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.

 

Mobile Service Near Tyler

If you live near Tyler but aren’t technically in the city, or you like to explore the region a lot, your coverage availability and speeds may vary.

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