In 98531, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 98.2% of 98531’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.99% of 98531’s 26,691 residents. 5G reception covers up to 97.39% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the 98531 providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
98531, WA Top Cell Providers
Starter Phones Designed for Child Safety
Coverage:
T-Mobile Network
Data Speeds:
Same as T-Mobile below
Plans start at $29/mo.
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Built-in Parental Controls | Approved Contacts Only | Parent-Controlled Internet Access
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. Learn more about Mint vs. other carriers.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in 98531
Coverage:
99.99% of 98531
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 93.55% 4G: 97.39% 3G or 2G: 99.98%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in 98531
AT&T Wireless covers 99.99% of homes in the zip 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 98531) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
93.55% |
36.75% |
4G |
97.39% |
64.17% |
2G or 3G |
99.98% |
98.20% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 93.55% 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 AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among 98531 mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in 98531
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 93.55% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.94% of 98531 homes. 99.98% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in 98531
Coverage:
98.14% of 98531
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.01% 4G: 97.60% 3G or 2G: 96.72%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in 98531
Verizon Wireless covers 98.14% of homes in the zip 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 98531) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.01% |
0.31% |
4G |
97.60% |
65.62% |
2G or 3G |
96.72% |
47.97% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.01% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 97.60% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among 98531 mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in 98531
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.01% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.10% of 98531 homes. 95.24% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in 98531
Coverage:
98.84% of 98531
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 97.27% 4G: 92.51% 3G or 2G: 96.28%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in 98531
T-Mobile covers 98.84% of homes in the zip 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 98531) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
97.27% |
69.49% |
4G |
92.51% |
46.44% |
2G or 3G |
96.28% |
63.54% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 97.27% 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 98531 mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in 98531
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 97.27% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.83% of 98531 homes. 96.28% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of 98531 homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as 98531 land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the 98531 Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in 98531, WA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, 98531 ranks #782 out of 1451 zip codes for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Washington.
Best 98531 Cell Provider Key
The southern parts of the zip feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of 98531 where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in 98531, WA: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in 98531. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 97.27% of the zip. Cell service of any type reaches 99.99% of 98531 homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in 98531, WA
If the price of a 98531 mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in 98531 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 98531 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 98531, WA
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in 98531, 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 98531 and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in 98531
Coverage:
95.59% of 98531
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 76.63% 4G: 89.72% 3G or 2G: 95.34%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in 98531
US Cellular covers 95.59% of homes in the zip 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 98531) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
76.63% |
13.57% |
4G |
89.72% |
25.75% |
2G or 3G |
95.34% |
47.94% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 76.63% 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 US Cellular as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among 98531 mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in 98531
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 76.63% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 94.17% of 98531 homes. 95.41% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
98531, WA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
98531 Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in 98531 may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the zip. 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 98531 covering 97.39% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.40% of the zip. Overall, 99.99% of homes (26,691 people) and 98.2% of the land (124.9 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in 98531
98531 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in 98531 cover 97.39% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 69.58% or 88.5 square miles of 98531 are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in 98531 comes from T-Mobile with 97.27% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in 98531
98531 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 98531, 98.15% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.40% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in 98531 with 98.94% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in 98531 for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the zip, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to 98531 houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 99.99% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all 98531 land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 98.20% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 97.27% in 98531.
- The top estimated average speed in 98531, estimated at 69.06, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Zip Codes Near 98531
If you live near 98531 but aren’t technically in the zip, or you like to explore the region a lot, your coverage availability and speeds may vary.
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