In Bakersfield, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Bakersfield’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Bakersfield’s 613 residents. 5G reception covers up to 77.18% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Bakersfield providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Bakersfield, MO 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 Bakersfield
Coverage:
99.51% of Bakersfield
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 9.36% 4G: 90.00% 3G or 2G: 99.36%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Bakersfield
AT&T Wireless covers 99.51% 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 Bakersfield) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
9.36% |
10.67% |
4G |
90.00% |
93.41% |
2G or 3G |
99.36% |
99.41% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 9.36% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 90.00% 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 Bakersfield mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Bakersfield
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 9.36% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.26% of Bakersfield homes. 99.32% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Bakersfield
Coverage:
91.16% of Bakersfield
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 77.18% 4G: 40.52% 3G or 2G: 14.88%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Bakersfield
T-Mobile covers 91.16% 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 Bakersfield) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
77.18% |
73.14% |
4G |
40.52% |
37.15% |
2G or 3G |
14.88% |
16.42% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 77.18% 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 Bakersfield mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Bakersfield
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 77.18% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 91.16% of Bakersfield homes. 14.88% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Bakersfield
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 74.58% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Bakersfield
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 Bakersfield) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
74.58% |
76.47% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 74.58% 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 Bakersfield mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Bakersfield
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.91% of Bakersfield homes. 92.85% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Bakersfield homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Bakersfield land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Bakersfield Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Bakersfield, MO. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Bakersfield ranks #2429 out of 3073 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Missouri.

Best Bakersfield Cell Provider Key
The eastern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the western areas of Bakersfield where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Bakersfield, MO: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Bakersfield. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 77.18% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Bakersfield homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Bakersfield, MO
If the price of a Bakersfield mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield, MO
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Bakersfield, 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 Bakersfield and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Bakersfield
Coverage:
86.23% of Bakersfield
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.81% 4G: 26.38% 3G or 2G: 86.13%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Bakersfield
US Cellular covers 86.23% 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 Bakersfield) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.81% |
1.27% |
4G |
26.38% |
19.45% |
2G or 3G |
86.13% |
84.80% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.81% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 26.38% of homes. 58.94% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Bakersfield mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Bakersfield
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.81% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 66.10% of Bakersfield homes. 86.09% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Bakersfield, MO Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Bakersfield Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield covering 77.18% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.94% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (613 people) and 100.0% of the land (26.9 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Bakersfield

Bakersfield 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Bakersfield cover 77.18% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 73.14% or 19.7 square miles of Bakersfield are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Bakersfield comes from T-Mobile with 77.18% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Bakersfield

Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield, 92.37% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.93% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Bakersfield with 99.91% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Bakersfield land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 77.18% in Bakersfield.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 99.91% of Bakersfield.
- The top estimated average speed in Bakersfield, estimated at 54.80, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Bakersfield
If you live near Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield:
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