In Alton, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Alton’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Alton’s 29 residents. 5G reception covers up to 0.00% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Alton providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Alton, IN 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.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Alton
T-Mobile covers 20.93% 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 Alton) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
20.93% |
11.55% |
2G or 3G |
8.49% |
15.19% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 20.93% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Alton mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Alton
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 20.93% of Alton homes. 8.49% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Alton
Verizon Wireless covers 99.57% 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 Alton) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
74.10% |
45.76% |
2G or 3G |
93.61% |
55.53% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 74.10% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Alton mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Alton
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.92% of Alton homes. 93.61% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Alton
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 2.88% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Alton
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 Alton) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
2.88% |
1.39% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 2.88% of homes. 97.12% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Alton mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Alton
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 2.95% of Alton 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 Alton homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Alton land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Alton Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Alton, IN. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Alton ranks #2329 out of 2382 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Indiana.
Best Alton Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the eastern areas of Alton where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Alton, IN: Verizon Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, Verizon Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Alton. Verizon Wireless has 4G that covers 96.92% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Alton homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Alton, IN
If the price of a Alton mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Alton 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 Alton 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.
Alton, IN Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Alton Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Alton 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. 4G covers 96.92% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (29 people) and 100.0% of the land (0.2 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Alton
Alton 5G Coverage Key
5G networks in Alton cover 0.00% of homes with 5G voice and data.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Alton
Alton 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 Alton, 74.10% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 96.92% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Alton with 96.92% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Alton 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 Alton houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Alton land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 4G coverage comes from Verizon Wireless reporting 96.92% in Alton.
- The top estimated average speed in Alton, estimated at 29.64, Mbps is available through Verizon Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Alton
If you live near Alton 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 Alton:
Cities close to Alton
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- Battletown, KY: worse coverage
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- Payneville, KY: worse coverage
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- St. Huberts, NY: worse coverage
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- Troy, OR: worse coverage
- Smith Island, MD: better coverage
- Dale, OR: worse coverage