In Alta, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 56.9% of Alta’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 94.28% of Alta’s 493 residents. 5G reception covers up to 87.59% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Alta providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Alta, WY 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 Alta
Coverage:
92.81% of Alta
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.06% 4G: 90.53% 3G or 2G: 92.71%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Alta
AT&T Wireless covers 92.81% 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 Alta) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.06% |
1.12% |
4G |
90.53% |
16.25% |
2G or 3G |
92.71% |
38.35% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.06% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 90.53% of homes. 2.12% 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 Alta mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Alta
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.06% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 91.64% of Alta homes. 92.71% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Alta
Coverage:
93.74% of Alta
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.00% 4G: 90.82% 3G or 2G: 92.95%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Alta
Verizon Wireless covers 93.74% 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 Alta) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.00% |
0.16% |
4G |
90.82% |
33.98% |
2G or 3G |
92.95% |
51.68% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.00% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 90.82% 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 Alta mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Alta
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.00% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 92.77% of Alta homes. 83.82% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Alta
Coverage:
90.55% of Alta
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 88.30% 4G: 74.43% 3G or 2G: 81.10%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Alta
T-Mobile covers 90.55% 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 Alta) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
88.30% |
8.86% |
4G |
74.43% |
4.92% |
2G or 3G |
81.10% |
8.43% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 88.30% 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 Alta mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Alta
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 88.30% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 89.28% of Alta homes. 81.50% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Alta homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Alta land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Alta Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Alta, WY. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Alta ranks #250 out of 461 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Wyoming.
Best Alta Cell Provider Key
The southwestern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northern areas of Alta where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Alta, WY: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Alta. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 88.30% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 93.74% of Alta homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Alta, WY
If the price of a Alta mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Alta 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 Alta 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 Alta, WY
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Alta, 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 Alta and the providers’ coverage areas.
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Union Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Alta
Union Wireless covers 47.17% 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 Alta) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
1.60% |
0.44% |
2G or 3G |
31.05% |
29.29% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 1.60% of homes. 29.45% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Union Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Alta mobile providers.
Union Wireless Voice Quality in Alta
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 1.60% of Alta homes. 47.17% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Alta, WY Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Alta Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Alta 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 Alta covering 87.59% of homes in the area while 4G covers 93.73% of the city. Overall, 94.28% of homes (493 people) and 56.9% of the land (538.4 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Alta
Alta 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Alta cover 87.59% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 7.22% or 68.4 square miles of Alta are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Alta comes from T-Mobile with 88.30% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Alta
Alta 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 Alta, 92.12% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 93.73% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Alta with 92.77% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Alta 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 Alta houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 93.74% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Alta land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 54.52% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 88.30% in Alta.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 92.77% of Alta.
- The top estimated average speed in Alta, estimated at 62.69, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Alta
If you live near Alta 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 Alta:
Cities close to Alta
- Driggs, ID: better coverage
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- Victor, ID: better coverage
- Bates, ID: better coverage
- Teton Village, WY: worse coverage
- Vernon, ID: worse coverage
- Moose, WY: better coverage
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- Tripoli, WI: worse coverage
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- Katesville, NC: better coverage
- La Grange, WY: better coverage
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- Walnut Grove, TN: better coverage