In Forrest City, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Forrest City’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Forrest City’s 15,736 residents. 5G reception covers up to 98.19% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Forrest City providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Forrest City, AR 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 Forrest City
Coverage:
99.74% of Forrest City
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 95.58% 4G: 94.81% 3G or 2G: 96.27%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Forrest City
T-Mobile covers 99.74% 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 Forrest City) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
95.58% |
87.89% |
4G |
94.81% |
80.09% |
2G or 3G |
96.27% |
86.90% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 95.58% 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 Forrest City mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Forrest City
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 95.58% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.73% of Forrest City homes. 96.74% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
100.00% of Forrest City
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.96% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Forrest City
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 Forrest City) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.96% |
98.99% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.96% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Forrest City mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Forrest City
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Forrest City homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Forrest City
Coverage:
100.00% of Forrest City
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 95.73% 4G: 99.99% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Forrest City
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 Forrest City) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
95.73% |
82.53% |
4G |
99.99% |
99.78% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
99.97% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 95.73% 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 #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Forrest City mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Forrest City
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 95.73% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Forrest City 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 Forrest City homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Forrest City land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Forrest City Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Forrest City, AR. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Forrest City ranks #732 out of 2048 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Arkansas.
Best Forrest City Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Forrest City where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Forrest City, AR: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Forrest City. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 95.73% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Forrest City homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Forrest City, AR
If the price of a Forrest City mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Forrest City 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 Forrest City 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.
Forrest City, AR Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Forrest City Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Forrest City 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 Forrest City covering 98.19% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (15,736 people) and 100.0% of the land (76.0 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Forrest City
Forrest City 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Forrest City cover 98.19% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 91.34% or 69.4 square miles of Forrest City are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Forrest City comes from AT&T Wireless with 95.73% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Forrest City
Forrest City 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 Forrest City, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Forrest City with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Forrest City 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 Forrest City houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Forrest City land is provided by Verizon Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 95.73% in Forrest City.
- The top estimated average speed in Forrest City, estimated at 67.97, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Forrest City
If you live near Forrest City 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 Forrest City:
Cities close to Forrest City
- Madison, AR: better coverage
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- Meadow Cliff, AR: worse coverage
- Colt, AR: worse coverage
- Slonikers Mill, AR: worse coverage
- Newcastle, AR: worse coverage
- Hicks Station, AR: better coverage
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- Millersburg, OH: worse coverage
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- Melissa, TX: better coverage