In Houston, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Houston’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Houston’s 2,867 residents. 5G reception covers up to 54.31% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Houston providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Houston, FL 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.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Houston
Coverage:
100.00% of Houston
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 14.16% 4G: 58.79% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Houston
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 Houston) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
14.16% |
22.26% |
4G |
58.79% |
80.05% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 14.16% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 58.79% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Houston mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Houston
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 14.16% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.52% of Houston homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Houston
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 Houston) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
99.97% |
99.99% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.97% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Houston mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Houston
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Houston homes. 99.92% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Houston
Coverage:
96.71% of Houston
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 50.90% 4G: 45.61% 3G or 2G: 90.04%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Houston
T-Mobile covers 96.71% 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 Houston) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
50.90% |
42.15% |
4G |
45.61% |
73.27% |
2G or 3G |
90.04% |
95.12% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 50.90% 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 #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Houston mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Houston
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 50.90% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 95.82% of Houston homes. 96.35% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Houston homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Houston land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Houston Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Houston, FL. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Houston ranks #2149 out of 2158 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Florida.
Best Houston Cell Provider Key
The northwestern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Houston where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Houston, FL: Verizon Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, Verizon Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Houston. Verizon Wireless has 5G that covers 50.90% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Houston homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Houston, FL
If the price of a Houston mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Houston 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 Houston 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.
Houston, FL Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Houston Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Houston 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 Houston covering 54.31% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (2,867 people) and 100.0% of the land (41.2 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Houston
Houston 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Houston cover 54.31% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 48.40% or 19.9 square miles of Houston are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Houston comes from T-Mobile with 50.90% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Houston
Houston 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 Houston, 99.97% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Houston with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Houston 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 Houston houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Houston land is provided by AT&T Wireless and Verizon Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 50.90% in Houston.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 100.00% of Houston.
- The top estimated average speed in Houston, estimated at 39.99, Mbps is available through Verizon Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Houston
If you live near Houston 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 Houston:
Cities close to Houston
- Wellborn, FL: better coverage
- Mc Alpin, FL: better coverage
- Rixford, FL: better coverage
- Live Oak, FL: better coverage
- Suwannee Springs, FL: better coverage
- White Springs, FL: better coverage
- Suwannee Valley, FL: better coverage
- Winfield, FL: better coverage
- Newburn, FL: better coverage
- Five Points, FL: better coverage
Cities with similar populations to Houston
- Whiteford, MD: better coverage
- Salters, SC: better coverage
- Saltsburg, PA: better coverage
- Flat Rock, AL: better coverage
- Hughes Springs, TX: better coverage
- Indian Hills, KY: better coverage
- Ingalls, IN: better coverage
- Dundas, MN: better coverage
- Cunningham, TN: better coverage
- Valley Mills, TX: better coverage