In Elim, you’ll select from 2 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 6.3% of Elim’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 98.34% of Elim’s 366 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 Elim providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Elim homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Elim land area.
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of Elim where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Local Mobile Providers in Elim, AK
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Elim, 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 Elim and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about GCI in Elim
GCI Data Speeds and Coverage in Elim
GCI covers 97.77% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 2G or 3G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Elim) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
97.77% |
2.24% |
97.77% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank GCI as #1 out of 2 for a combination of coverage and speed among Elim mobile providers.
GCI Voice Quality in Elim
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of Elim homes. 97.77% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about TelAlaska Cellular in Elim
TelAlaska Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Elim
TelAlaska Cellular covers 96.77% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 2G or 3G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Elim) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
96.77% |
6.30% |
Other |
95.42% |
3.51% |
96.77% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. ”Other” types of technology are the only option for 0.00% percent of homes. We rank TelAlaska Cellular as #2 out of 2 for a combination of coverage and speed among Elim mobile providers.
TelAlaska Cellular Voice Quality in Elim
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of Elim homes. 96.77% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Despite being much smaller, GCI service is actually better for coverage and speeds in Elim than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper city boundaries.
Elim, AK Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Elim Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Elim 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. Overall, 98.34% of homes (366 people) and 6.3% of the land (127.7 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Elim
Elim 5G Coverage Key
5G networks in Elim cover 0.00% of homes with 5G voice and data.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Elim
Elim 4G Coverage Key
Elim is one of the few locations in the US with no 4G coverage, meaning the alternative is likely slower 2G and 3G service.
Elim 2G & 3G Coverage Map
Elim 2G and 3G Coverage Key
2G and 3G broadcast bands have been replaced with 4G data in most of the country, but this may be the only option for 98.34% of Elim residents. GCI has the most extensive 2G/3G network in Elim.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Elim 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 Elim houses is best with service from GCI, with 97.77% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Elim land is provided by TelAlaska Cellular at 6.30% of land area covered.
- The current best 2G or 3G coverage comes from GCI reporting 97.77% in Elim.
- The top estimated average speed in Elim, estimated at 2.93, Mbps is available through GCI.
Mobile Service Cities Near Elim
If you live near Elim 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 Elim:
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