In McCarthy, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 21.1% of McCarthy’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 67.60% of McCarthy’s 141 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 McCarthy providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
McCarthy, AK Top Cell Providers
Coverage:
14.77% of McCarthy
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 10.26% 3G or 2G: 14.77%
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More about AT&T Wireless in McCarthy
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in McCarthy
AT&T Wireless covers 14.77% 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 McCarthy) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
10.26% |
8.69% |
2G or 3G |
14.77% |
12.58% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 10.26% of homes. 4.51% 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 McCarthy mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in McCarthy
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 11.61% of McCarthy homes. 14.77% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of McCarthy homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as McCarthy land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the McCarthy Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in McCarthy, AK. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, McCarthy ranks #291 out of 541 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Alaska.
Best McCarthy Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of McCarthy where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in McCarthy, AK: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in McCarthy. AT&T Wireless has 4G that covers 11.61% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 14.77% of McCarthy homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in McCarthy, AK
If the price of a McCarthy mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in McCarthy 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 McCarthy 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 McCarthy, AK
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in McCarthy, 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 McCarthy and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about GCI in McCarthy
GCI Data Speeds and Coverage in McCarthy
GCI covers 4.48% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 2G or 3G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in McCarthy) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
2.40% |
2.14% |
2.40% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank GCI as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among McCarthy mobile providers.
GCI Voice Quality in McCarthy
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of McCarthy homes. 4.35% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about Copper Valley Wireless in McCarthy
Copper Valley Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in McCarthy
Copper Valley Wireless covers 67.59% 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 McCarthy) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
67.44% |
21.02% |
2G or 3G |
60.57% |
12.81% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 67.44% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Copper Valley Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among McCarthy mobile providers.
Copper Valley Wireless Voice Quality in McCarthy
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 67.44% of McCarthy homes. 62.95% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about Cordova Telecom in McCarthy
Cordova Telecom Data Speeds and Coverage in McCarthy
Cordova Telecom covers 1.87% 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 McCarthy) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
1.60% |
1.60% |
2G or 3G |
1.87% |
1.87% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 1.60% of homes. 0.27% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Cordova Telecom as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among McCarthy mobile providers.
Cordova Telecom Voice Quality in McCarthy
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 1.60% of McCarthy homes. 1.87% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Despite being much smaller, Copper Valley Wireless service is actually better for coverage and speeds in McCarthy than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper city boundaries.
McCarthy, AK Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
McCarthy Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in McCarthy 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 67.44% of the city. Overall, 67.60% of homes (141 people) and 21.1% of the land (1,355.4 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in McCarthy
McCarthy 5G Coverage Key
5G networks in McCarthy cover 0.00% of homes with 5G voice and data.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in McCarthy
McCarthy 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 McCarthy, 67.44% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 67.44% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Copper Valley Wireless has the best 4G network in McCarthy with 67.44% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in McCarthy 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 McCarthy houses is best with service from Copper Valley Wireless, with 67.59% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all McCarthy land is provided by Copper Valley Wireless at 21.03% of land area covered.
- The current best 4G coverage comes from Copper Valley Wireless reporting 67.44% in McCarthy.
- The top estimated average speed in McCarthy, estimated at 26.98, Mbps is available through Copper Valley Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near McCarthy
If you live near McCarthy 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 McCarthy:
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