In Fort Defiance, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.7% of Fort Defiance’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.89% of Fort Defiance’s 4,532 residents. 5G reception covers up to 8.83% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Fort Defiance providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Fort Defiance, 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.
Coverage:
83.98% of Fort Defiance
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 45.43% 3G or 2G: 83.98%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Fort Defiance
Verizon Wireless covers 83.98% 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 Fort Defiance) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
45.43% |
25.76% |
2G or 3G |
83.98% |
66.62% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 45.43% of homes. 38.55% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Fort Defiance mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Fort Defiance
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 45.43% of Fort Defiance homes. 46.49% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Fort Defiance
Coverage:
79.16% of Fort Defiance
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 3.07% 4G: 75.69% 3G or 2G: 4.06%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Fort Defiance
T-Mobile covers 79.16% 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 Fort Defiance) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
3.07% |
1.07% |
4G |
75.69% |
65.76% |
2G or 3G |
4.06% |
1.01% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 3.07% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 72.62% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Fort Defiance mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Fort Defiance
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 3.07% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 79.16% of Fort Defiance homes. 5.79% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Fort Defiance
Coverage:
98.28% of Fort Defiance
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 6.16% 4G: 95.61% 3G or 2G: 24.09%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Fort Defiance
AT&T Wireless covers 98.28% 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 Fort Defiance) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
6.16% |
43.32% |
4G |
95.61% |
78.57% |
2G or 3G |
24.09% |
66.39% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 6.16% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 89.45% 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 Fort Defiance mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Fort Defiance
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 6.16% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.98% of Fort Defiance homes. 24.09% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Fort Defiance homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Fort Defiance land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Fort Defiance Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Fort Defiance, AZ. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Fort Defiance ranks #713 out of 917 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Arizona.
Best Fort Defiance 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 Fort Defiance where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Fort Defiance, AZ: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Fort Defiance. AT&T Wireless has 4G that covers 97.98% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 98.28% of Fort Defiance homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Fort Defiance, AZ
If the price of a Fort Defiance mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Fort Defiance 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 Fort Defiance 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 Fort Defiance, AZ
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Fort Defiance, 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 Fort Defiance and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
99.56% of Fort Defiance
0.28% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 67.37% 3G or 2G: 99.56%
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Cellular One Data Speeds and Coverage in Fort Defiance
Cellular One covers 99.56% 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 Fort Defiance) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
67.37% |
6.82% |
2G or 3G |
99.56% |
96.74% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 67.37% of homes. 32.19% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Cellular One as #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Fort Defiance mobile providers.
Cellular One Voice Quality in Fort Defiance
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 67.37% of Fort Defiance homes. 99.56% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
99.46% of Fort Defiance
1.25% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 99.45% 3G or 2G: 98.49%
More about Choice Wireless in Fort Defiance
Choice Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Fort Defiance
Choice Wireless covers 99.46% 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 Fort Defiance) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.45% |
98.09% |
2G or 3G |
98.49% |
95.29% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.45% 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 Fort Defiance mobile providers.
Choice Wireless Voice Quality in Fort Defiance
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.45% of Fort Defiance homes. 98.49% 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 Fort Defiance than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper city boundaries.
Fort Defiance, AZ Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Fort Defiance Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Fort Defiance 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 Fort Defiance covering 8.83% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.49% of the city. Overall, 99.89% of homes (4,532 people) and 99.7% of the land (182.0 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Fort Defiance
Fort Defiance 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Fort Defiance cover 8.83% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 44.14% or 80.5 square miles of Fort Defiance are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Fort Defiance comes from AT&T Wireless with 6.16% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Fort Defiance
Fort Defiance 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 Fort Defiance, 99.48% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.49% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Choice Wireless has the best 4G network in Fort Defiance with 99.45% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Fort Defiance 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 Fort Defiance houses is best with service from Cellular One, with 99.56% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Fort Defiance land is provided by Choice Wireless at 98.23% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 6.16% in Fort Defiance.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Choice Wireless, covering 99.45% of Fort Defiance.
- The top estimated average speed in Fort Defiance, estimated at 39.78, Mbps is available through Choice Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Fort Defiance
If you live near Fort Defiance 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 Fort Defiance:
Cities close to Fort Defiance
- Fort Defiance, NM: worse coverage
- Window Rock, AZ: better coverage
- Window Rock, NM: worse coverage
- St. Michaels, AZ: worse coverage
- Sawmill, AZ: better coverage
- Mexican Springs, NM: better coverage
- Yatahey, NM: better coverage
- Yah-ta-hey, NM: better coverage
- Kinlichee, AZ: worse coverage
- Woodsprings, AZ: worse coverage
Cities with similar populations to Fort Defiance
- Arabi, LA: better coverage
- Fabens, TX: better coverage
- Moose Lake, MN: better coverage
- Mackinaw, IL: worse coverage
- Abbottstown, PA: better coverage
- Lakebay, WA: better coverage
- Dundee, NY: better coverage
- Cumberland, WI: better coverage
- Capac, MI: better coverage
- Blue Grass, IA: worse coverage