In Malden, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.2% of Malden’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.69% of Malden’s 327 residents. 5G reception covers up to 97.68% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Malden providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Malden, WA 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 Malden
Coverage:
99.69% of Malden
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 17.59% 4G: 92.11% 3G or 2G: 99.69%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Malden
AT&T Wireless covers 99.69% 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 Malden) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
17.59% |
53.49% |
4G |
92.11% |
80.24% |
2G or 3G |
99.69% |
99.14% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 17.59% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 74.52% 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 Malden mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Malden
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 17.59% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.95% of Malden homes. 99.69% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Malden
Coverage:
97.41% of Malden
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 1.28% 4G: 91.07% 3G or 2G: 97.20%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Malden
Verizon Wireless covers 97.41% 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 Malden) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
1.28% |
4.83% |
4G |
91.07% |
81.17% |
2G or 3G |
97.20% |
92.11% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 1.28% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 91.07% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Malden mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Malden
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 1.28% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 93.11% of Malden homes. 92.13% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Malden
Coverage:
98.87% of Malden
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 97.68% 4G: 89.23% 3G or 2G: 95.25%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Malden
T-Mobile covers 98.87% 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 Malden) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
97.68% |
93.26% |
4G |
89.23% |
77.91% |
2G or 3G |
95.25% |
86.57% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 97.68% 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 #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Malden mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Malden
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 97.68% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.87% of Malden homes. 95.25% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Malden homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Malden land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Malden Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Malden, WA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Malden ranks #764 out of 1451 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Washington.
Best Malden Cell Provider Key
The southern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Malden where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Malden, WA: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Malden. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 97.68% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 99.69% of Malden homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Malden, WA
If the price of a Malden mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Malden 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 Malden 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 Malden, WA
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Malden, 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 Malden and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about Inland Cellular in Malden
Inland Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Malden
Inland Cellular covers 53.02% 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 Malden) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
2.05% |
3.73% |
2G or 3G |
36.49% |
24.68% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 2.05% of homes. 34.44% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Inland Cellular as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Malden mobile providers.
Inland Cellular Voice Quality in Malden
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 2.05% of Malden homes. 53.02% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Malden, WA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Malden Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Malden 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 Malden covering 97.68% of homes in the area while 4G covers 98.95% of the city. Overall, 99.69% of homes (327 people) and 99.2% of the land (42.5 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Malden
Malden 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Malden cover 97.68% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 93.26% or 40.0 square miles of Malden are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Malden comes from T-Mobile with 97.68% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Malden
Malden 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 Malden, 93.82% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 98.95% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile has the best 4G network in Malden with 98.87% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Malden 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 Malden houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 99.69% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Malden land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 99.14% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 97.68% in Malden.
- The top estimated average speed in Malden, estimated at 69.35, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Malden
If you live near Malden 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 Malden:
Cities close to Malden
- Rosalia, WA: better coverage
- Thornton, WA: worse coverage
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- Waverly, WA: better coverage
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- Latah, WA: better coverage
- Steptoe, WA: worse coverage
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- Belmont, WA: better coverage
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- Cloverland, IN: worse coverage
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- Concan, TX: worse coverage
- Culpeper, AR: worse coverage
- Curryville, IN: better coverage
- Verona, TX: worse coverage
- Walbo, MN: better coverage