In Ketchikan, you’ll select from 2 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 17.5% of Ketchikan’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 98.58% of Ketchikan’s 11,805 residents. 5G reception covers up to 23.61% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Ketchikan providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Ketchikan, AK Top Cell Providers
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Ketchikan
Coverage:
90.18% of Ketchikan
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 24.48% 4G: 89.75% 3G or 2G: 89.89%
1-833-652-2264
More about AT&T Wireless in Ketchikan
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Ketchikan
AT&T Wireless covers 90.18% 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 Ketchikan) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
24.48% |
0.94% |
4G |
89.75% |
4.77% |
2G or 3G |
89.89% |
15.26% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 24.48% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 65.27% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #1 out of 2 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ketchikan mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Ketchikan
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 24.48% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 90.17% of Ketchikan homes. 89.89% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Ketchikan homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Ketchikan land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Ketchikan Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Ketchikan, AK. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Ketchikan ranks #104 out of 541 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Alaska.
Best Ketchikan Cell Provider Key
The northwestern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northern areas of Ketchikan where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Ketchikan, AK: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Ketchikan. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 24.48% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 90.18% of Ketchikan homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Ketchikan, AK
If the price of a Ketchikan mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Ketchikan 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 Ketchikan wireless plan will quickly rise if you add additional lines or features such as a hotspot or unlimited data.
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 Ketchikan, AK
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Ketchikan, 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 Ketchikan and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about GCI in Ketchikan
GCI Data Speeds and Coverage in Ketchikan
GCI covers 98.56% 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 Ketchikan) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
96.97% |
3.12% |
2G or 3G |
96.54% |
6.38% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 96.97% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank GCI as #2 out of 2 for a combination of coverage and speed among Ketchikan mobile providers.
GCI Voice Quality in Ketchikan
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.97% of Ketchikan homes. 98.08% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Ketchikan, AK Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Ketchikan Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Ketchikan 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 Ketchikan covering 23.61% of homes in the area while 4G covers 98.33% of the city. Overall, 98.58% of homes (11,805 people) and 17.5% of the land (216.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Ketchikan
Ketchikan 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Ketchikan cover 23.61% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 0.94% or 11.6 square miles of Ketchikan are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Ketchikan comes from AT&T Wireless with 24.48% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Ketchikan
Ketchikan 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 Ketchikan, 98.32% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 98.33% is covered by 4G HD voice service. GCI has the best 4G network in Ketchikan with 96.97% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Ketchikan 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 Ketchikan houses is best with service from GCI, with 98.56% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Ketchikan land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 16.95% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 24.48% in Ketchikan.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with GCI, covering 96.97% of Ketchikan.
- The top estimated average speed in Ketchikan, estimated at 43.49, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Ketchikan
If you live near Ketchikan 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 Ketchikan:
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