In Boise, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 98.4% of Boise’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Boise’s 1,063 residents. 5G reception covers up to 82.19% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Boise providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Boise, 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.
T-Mobile 5G available in Boise
Coverage:
96.00% of Boise
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 62.07% 4G: 74.80% 3G or 2G: 82.73%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Boise
T-Mobile covers 96.00% 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 Boise) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
62.07% |
43.50% |
4G |
74.80% |
42.47% |
2G or 3G |
82.73% |
61.89% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 62.07% 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 #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Boise mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Boise
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 62.07% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.00% of Boise homes. 82.73% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Boise
Coverage:
98.03% of Boise
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 82.07% 4G: 84.30% 3G or 2G: 98.03%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Boise
Verizon Wireless covers 98.03% 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 Boise) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
82.07% |
26.43% |
4G |
84.30% |
42.09% |
2G or 3G |
98.03% |
91.36% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 82.07% 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 Verizon Wireless as #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Boise mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Boise
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 82.07% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 88.16% of Boise homes. 87.13% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Boise
Coverage:
100.00% of Boise
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 58.79% 4G: 96.34% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Boise
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% 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 Boise) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
58.79% |
5.20% |
4G |
96.34% |
48.13% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
98.32% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 58.79% 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 #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Boise mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Boise
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 58.79% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.50% of Boise 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 Boise homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Boise land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Boise Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Boise, WA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Boise ranks #1155 out of 1451 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Washington.
Best Boise Cell Provider Key
The northwestern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the central areas of Boise where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Boise, WA: Verizon Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, Verizon Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Boise. Verizon Wireless has 5G that covers 82.07% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Boise homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Boise, WA
If the price of a Boise mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Boise 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 Boise 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.
Boise, WA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Boise Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Boise 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 Boise covering 82.19% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.50% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (1,063 people) and 98.4% of the land (38.5 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Boise
Boise 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Boise cover 82.19% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 46.71% or 18.3 square miles of Boise are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Boise comes from Verizon Wireless with 82.07% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Boise
Boise 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 Boise, 96.34% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.50% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Boise with 99.50% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Boise 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 Boise houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Boise land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 98.37% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from Verizon Wireless reporting 82.07% in Boise.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless, covering 99.50% of Boise.
- The top estimated average speed in Boise, estimated at 58.27, Mbps is available through Verizon Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Boise
If you live near Boise 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 Boise:
Cities close to Boise
- Enumclaw, WA: better coverage
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- Carbonado, WA: worse coverage
- Prairie Ridge, WA: better coverage
- Cumberland, WA: worse coverage
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