In Gualala, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 76.8% of Gualala’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 93.58% of Gualala’s 2,176 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 Gualala providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Gualala, CA 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.
More about Verizon Wireless in Gualala
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Gualala
Verizon Wireless covers 87.24% 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 Gualala) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
80.83% |
44.32% |
2G or 3G |
78.11% |
51.28% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 80.83% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Gualala mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Gualala
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 86.28% of Gualala homes. 60.75% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Gualala
T-Mobile covers 43.57% 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 Gualala) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
27.05% |
17.40% |
2G or 3G |
17.67% |
17.40% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 27.05% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Gualala mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Gualala
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 43.57% of Gualala homes. 17.67% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
90.07% of Gualala
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 76.95% 3G or 2G: 81.41%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Gualala
AT&T Wireless covers 90.07% 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 Gualala) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
76.95% |
47.14% |
2G or 3G |
81.41% |
58.78% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 76.95% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Gualala mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Gualala
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 87.23% of Gualala homes. 81.41% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Gualala homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Gualala land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Gualala Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Gualala, CA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Gualala ranks #3357 out of 3619 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in California.

Best Gualala Cell Provider Key
The southeastern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northern areas of Gualala where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Gualala, CA: Verizon Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, Verizon Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Gualala. Verizon Wireless has 4G that covers 87.23% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 90.07% of Gualala homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Gualala, CA
If the price of a Gualala mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Gualala 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 Gualala 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 Gualala, CA
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Gualala, 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 Gualala and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about US Cellular in Gualala
US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Gualala
US Cellular covers 5.79% 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 Gualala) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
2.17% |
3.84% |
2G or 3G |
5.75% |
8.53% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 2.17% of homes. 3.58% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Gualala mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Gualala
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 3.95% of Gualala homes. 5.75% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Gualala, CA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Gualala Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Gualala 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. 4G covers 92.86% of the city. Overall, 93.58% of homes (2,176 people) and 76.8% of the land (19.7 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Gualala

Gualala 5G Coverage Key
5G networks in Gualala cover 0.00% of homes with 5G voice and data.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Gualala

Gualala 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 Gualala, 83.96% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 92.86% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Gualala with 87.23% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Gualala 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 Gualala houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 90.07% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Gualala land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 66.04% of land area covered.
- The current best 4G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 87.23% in Gualala.
- The top estimated average speed in Gualala, estimated at 32.33, Mbps is available through Verizon Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Gualala
If you live near Gualala 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 Gualala:
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