In McGaffey, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 94.8% of McGaffey’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 94.20% of McGaffey’s 38 residents. 5G reception covers up to 28.16% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the McGaffey providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
McGaffey, NM 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.
T-Mobile 5G available in McGaffey
Coverage:
29.12% of McGaffey
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 18.53% 4G: 17.15% 3G or 2G: 9.99%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in McGaffey
T-Mobile covers 29.12% 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 McGaffey) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
18.53% |
39.58% |
4G |
17.15% |
24.04% |
2G or 3G |
9.99% |
22.32% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 18.53% 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 #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among McGaffey mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in McGaffey
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 18.53% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 29.12% of McGaffey homes. 9.99% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in McGaffey
Coverage:
93.80% of McGaffey
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 25.16% 4G: 46.54% 3G or 2G: 89.41%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in McGaffey
AT&T Wireless covers 93.80% 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 McGaffey) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
25.16% |
51.04% |
4G |
46.54% |
68.76% |
2G or 3G |
89.41% |
93.61% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 25.16% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 46.54% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among McGaffey mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in McGaffey
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 25.16% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 90.49% of McGaffey homes. 89.41% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in McGaffey
Verizon Wireless covers 41.36% 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 McGaffey) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
15.20% |
29.66% |
2G or 3G |
41.34% |
58.11% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 15.20% 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 McGaffey mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in McGaffey
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 21.11% of McGaffey homes. 19.57% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of McGaffey homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as McGaffey land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the McGaffey Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in McGaffey, NM. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, McGaffey ranks #897 out of 990 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in New Mexico.

Best McGaffey Cell Provider Key
The northeastern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of McGaffey where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in McGaffey, NM: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in McGaffey. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 25.16% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 93.80% of McGaffey homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in McGaffey, NM
If the price of a McGaffey mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in McGaffey 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 McGaffey 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 McGaffey, NM
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in McGaffey, 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 McGaffey and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about Cellular One in McGaffey
Cellular One Data Speeds and Coverage in McGaffey
Cellular One covers 16.10% 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 McGaffey) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
16.10% |
22.26% |
16.10% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Cellular One as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among McGaffey mobile providers.
Cellular One Voice Quality in McGaffey
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of McGaffey homes. 16.10% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
McGaffey, NM Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

McGaffey Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in McGaffey 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 McGaffey covering 28.16% of homes in the area while 4G covers 90.49% of the city. Overall, 94.20% of homes (38 people) and 94.8% of the land (181.3 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in McGaffey

McGaffey 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in McGaffey cover 28.16% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 51.37% or 98.3 square miles of McGaffey are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in McGaffey comes from AT&T Wireless with 25.16% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in McGaffey

McGaffey 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 McGaffey, 46.58% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 90.49% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in McGaffey with 90.49% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in McGaffey 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 McGaffey houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 93.80% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all McGaffey land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 94.38% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 25.16% in McGaffey.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless, covering 90.49% of McGaffey.
- The top estimated average speed in McGaffey, estimated at 36.48, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near McGaffey
If you live near McGaffey 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 McGaffey:
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