In Marfa, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 97.9% of Marfa’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.80% of Marfa’s 2,159 residents. 5G reception covers up to 97.97% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Marfa providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Marfa, TX 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.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Marfa
Verizon Wireless covers 99.41% 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 Marfa) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
98.60% |
68.12% |
2G or 3G |
98.93% |
77.31% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 98.60% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Marfa mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Marfa
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.96% of Marfa homes. 98.90% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Marfa
Coverage:
99.80% of Marfa
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 2.66% 4G: 99.39% 3G or 2G: 99.58%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Marfa
AT&T Wireless covers 99.80% 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 Marfa) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
2.66% |
14.32% |
4G |
99.39% |
90.29% |
2G or 3G |
99.58% |
96.83% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 2.66% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 96.73% 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 Marfa mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Marfa
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 2.66% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.54% of Marfa homes. 99.58% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Marfa
Coverage:
98.15% of Marfa
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 97.87% 4G: 95.66% 3G or 2G: 97.38%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Marfa
T-Mobile covers 98.15% 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 Marfa) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
97.87% |
79.17% |
4G |
95.66% |
47.47% |
2G or 3G |
97.38% |
76.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 97.87% 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 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Marfa mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Marfa
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 97.87% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.12% of Marfa homes. 97.38% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Marfa homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Marfa land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Marfa Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Marfa, TX. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Marfa ranks #2805 out of 5174 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Texas.
Best Marfa Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Marfa where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Marfa, TX: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Marfa. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 97.87% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 99.80% of Marfa homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Marfa, TX
If the price of a Marfa mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Marfa 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 Marfa 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.
Marfa, TX Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Marfa Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Marfa 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 Marfa covering 97.97% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.61% of the city. Overall, 99.80% of homes (2,159 people) and 97.9% of the land (593.0 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Marfa
Marfa 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Marfa cover 97.97% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 79.53% or 481.6 square miles of Marfa are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Marfa comes from T-Mobile with 97.87% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Marfa
Marfa 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 Marfa, 99.49% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.61% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Marfa with 99.54% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Marfa 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 Marfa houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 99.80% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Marfa land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 97.93% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 97.87% in Marfa.
- The top estimated average speed in Marfa, estimated at 69.49, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Marfa
If you live near Marfa 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 Marfa:
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