In Galena, you’ll select from 2 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 10.4% of Galena’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.46% of Galena’s 362 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 Galena 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 Galena homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Galena land area.
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of Galena where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Local Mobile Providers in Galena, AK
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Galena, 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 Galena and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about TelAlaska Cellular in Galena
TelAlaska Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Galena
TelAlaska Cellular covers 99.44% 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 Galena) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
99.44% |
10.02% |
Other |
99.20% |
2.72% |
99.44% 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 Galena mobile providers.
TelAlaska Cellular Voice Quality in Galena
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of Galena homes. 99.44% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about GCI in Galena
GCI Data Speeds and Coverage in Galena
GCI covers 99.45% 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 Galena) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
99.45% |
9.86% |
99.45% 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 Galena mobile providers.
GCI Voice Quality in Galena
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of Galena homes. 99.45% 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 Galena than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper city boundaries.
Galena, AK Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Galena Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Galena 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, 99.46% of homes (361 people) and 10.4% of the land (208.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Galena
Galena 5G Coverage Key
5G networks in Galena cover 0.00% of homes with 5G voice and data.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Galena
Galena 4G Coverage Key
Galena is one of the few locations in the US with no 4G coverage, meaning the alternative is likely slower 2G and 3G service.
Galena 2G & 3G Coverage Map
Galena 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 99.46% of Galena residents. GCI has the most extensive 2G/3G network in Galena.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Galena 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 Galena houses is best with service from GCI, with 99.45% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Galena land is provided by TelAlaska Cellular at 10.02% of land area covered.
- The current best 2G or 3G coverage comes from GCI reporting 99.45% in Galena.
- The top estimated average speed in Galena, estimated at 2.98, Mbps is available through GCI.
Mobile Service Cities Near Galena
If you live near Galena 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 Galena:
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