In Apache County, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 89.9% of Apache County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 98.99% of Apache County’s 66,021 residents. 5G reception covers up to 11.60% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Apache County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Apache County, AZ 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.
T-Mobile 5G available in Apache County
Coverage:
78.09% of Apache County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 36.31% 4G: 57.45% 3G or 2G: 39.36%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Apache County
T-Mobile covers 78.09% of homes in the county 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 Apache County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
36.31% |
23.99% |
4G |
57.45% |
32.93% |
2G or 3G |
39.36% |
28.04% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 36.31% 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 #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Apache County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Apache County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 36.31% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 74.67% of Apache County homes. 49.60% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Apache County
Coverage:
88.87% of Apache County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 2.74% 4G: 86.65% 3G or 2G: 14.80%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Apache County
AT&T Wireless covers 88.87% of homes in the county 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 Apache County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
2.74% |
2.72% |
4G |
86.65% |
65.08% |
2G or 3G |
14.80% |
20.36% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 2.74% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 83.91% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Apache County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Apache County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 2.74% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 88.46% of Apache County homes. 14.80% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
84.52% of Apache County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 68.77% 3G or 2G: 81.20%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Apache County
Verizon Wireless covers 84.52% of homes in the county 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 Apache County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
68.77% |
46.53% |
2G or 3G |
81.20% |
63.32% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 68.77% of homes. 12.43% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Apache County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Apache County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 69.90% of Apache County homes. 74.70% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Apache County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Apache County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Apache County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Apache County, AZ. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Apache County ranks #714 out of 917 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Arizona.
Best Apache County Cell Provider Key
The eastern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of Apache County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Apache County, AZ: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Apache County. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 36.31% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 88.87% of Apache County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Apache County, AZ
If the price of a Apache County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Apache County 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 Apache County 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 Apache County, AZ
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Apache County, 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 Apache County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
91.92% of Apache County
1.25% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 89.44% 3G or 2G: 81.39%
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Choice Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Apache County
Choice Wireless covers 91.92% of homes in the county 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 Apache County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
89.44% |
62.58% |
2G or 3G |
81.39% |
62.90% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 89.44% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Choice Wireless as #1 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Apache County mobile providers.
Choice Wireless Voice Quality in Apache County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 89.44% of Apache County homes. 81.39% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
97.10% of Apache County
0.28% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 44.58% 3G or 2G: 97.10%
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Cellular One Data Speeds and Coverage in Apache County
Cellular One covers 97.10% of homes in the county 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 Apache County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
44.58% |
6.47% |
2G or 3G |
97.10% |
81.89% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 44.58% of homes. 52.52% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Cellular One as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Apache County mobile providers.
Cellular One Voice Quality in Apache County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 44.58% of Apache County homes. 97.10% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Despite being much smaller, Choice Wireless service is actually better for coverage and speeds in Apache County than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper county boundaries.
Apache County, AZ Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Apache County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Apache County may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the county. 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 Apache County covering 11.60% of homes in the area while 4G covers 97.99% of the county. Overall, 98.99% of homes (66,005 people) and 89.9% of the land (10,069.5 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Apache County
Apache County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Apache County cover 11.60% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 10.04% or 1,124.3 square miles of Apache County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Apache County comes from T-Mobile with 36.31% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Apache County
Apache County 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 Apache County, 97.55% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 97.99% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Choice Wireless has the best 4G network in Apache County with 89.44% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Apache County for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the county, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to Apache County houses is best with service from Cellular One, with 97.10% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Apache County land is provided by Cellular One at 81.89% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 36.31% in Apache County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Choice Wireless, covering 89.44% of Apache County.
- The top estimated average speed in Apache County, estimated at 35.78, Mbps is available through Choice Wireless.
Mobile Service Counties Near Apache County
If you live near Apache County but aren’t technically in the county, 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 Apache County:
Counties close to Apache County
- McKinley County, NM: better coverage
- Coconino County, AZ: better coverage
- Santa Fe County, NM: better coverage
- San Miguel County, NM: better coverage
- Hutchinson County, TX: better coverage
- Gray County, TX: better coverage
- Roger Mills County, OK: better coverage
- Custer County, OK: better coverage
- Canadian County, OK: better coverage
- Oklahoma County, OK: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Apache County
- Aroostook County, ME: better coverage
- Coos County, OR: better coverage
- Maverick County, TX: better coverage
- Chaves County, NM: better coverage
- Oxford County, ME: better coverage
- Lake County, CA: better coverage
- Box Elder County, UT: better coverage
- Grays Harbor County, WA: better coverage
- Georgetown County, SC: better coverage
- Belknap County, NH: better coverage