Mobile Coverage & Cell Phone Plans in Monterey, AL


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In Monterey, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Monterey’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.98% of Monterey’s 108 residents. 5G reception covers up to 35.47% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Monterey providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.

 

Monterey, AL Top Cell Providers

Bark Kid Phones

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


Mint

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

AT&T Wireless 5G available in Monterey


Coverage:

99.98% of Monterey

96.67% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 17.79% 4G: 42.39% 3G or 2G: 99.98%


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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Monterey

AT&T Wireless covers 99.98% 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 Monterey) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
17.79%
12.21%
4G
42.39%
36.74%
2G or 3G
99.98%
99.98%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 17.79% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 42.39% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Monterey mobile providers.

AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Monterey

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 17.79% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 86.37% of Monterey homes. 99.98% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Verizon Wireless


Coverage:

35.65% of Monterey

96.15% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 0.07% 3G or 2G: 18.77%


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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Monterey

Verizon Wireless covers 35.65% 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 Monterey) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
0.07%
1.64%
2G or 3G
18.77%
34.00%

4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.07% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Monterey mobile providers.

Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Monterey

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 31.52% of Monterey homes. 0.55% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

T-Mobile

T-Mobile 5G available in Monterey


Coverage:

48.25% of Monterey

97.12% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 31.97% 4G: 4.81% 3G or 2G: 0.08%


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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Monterey

T-Mobile covers 48.25% 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 Monterey) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
31.97%
32.39%
4G
4.81%
5.85%
2G or 3G
0.08%
0.07%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 31.97% 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 #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Monterey mobile providers.

T-Mobile Voice Quality in Monterey

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 31.97% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 48.25% of Monterey homes. 0.08% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Monterey homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Monterey land area.

 

Fastest Cell Service Down to the Monterey Neighborhood

The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Monterey, AL. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Monterey ranks #1939 out of 2103 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Alabama.

Map of the fastest cell company in Monterey
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Best Monterey Cell Provider Key

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The southeastern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Monterey where mobile data speeds are generally slower.

 

Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Monterey, AL: AT&T Wireless

Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Monterey. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 31.97% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 99.98% of Monterey homes.

 

Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Monterey, AL

If the price of a Monterey mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Monterey 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 Monterey wireless plan will quickly rise if you add additional lines or features such as a hotspot or unlimited data.

Mint

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.


Cricket Wireless

Coverage:

AT&T Network

Data Speeds:

Same as AT&T above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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Boost Mobile

Coverage:

T-Mobile Network

Data Speeds:

Same as T-Mobile above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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Coverage:

Verizon Network

Data Speeds:

Same as Verizon above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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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 Monterey, AL

The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Monterey, 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 Monterey and the providers’ coverage areas.

Southern Linc


Coverage:

74.09% of Monterey

5.32% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 74.09%


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Southern Linc Data Speeds and Coverage in Monterey

Southern Linc covers 74.09% 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 Monterey) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
74.09%
76.48%

4G is the fastest cell coverage for 74.09% of homes. We rank Southern Linc as #1 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Monterey mobile providers.

Southern Linc Voice Quality in Monterey

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 74.09% of Monterey homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Pine Belt Wireless


Coverage:

51.79% of Monterey

0.03% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 5.45% 3G or 2G: 0.09%


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Pine Belt Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Monterey

Pine Belt Wireless covers 51.79% 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 Monterey) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
5.45%
7.56%
2G or 3G
0.09%
17.26%

4G is the fastest cell coverage for 5.45% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Pine Belt Wireless as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Monterey mobile providers.

Pine Belt Wireless Voice Quality in Monterey

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 5.45% of Monterey homes. 51.79% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Despite being much smaller, Southern Linc service is actually better for coverage and speeds in Monterey than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper city boundaries.

 

Monterey, AL Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Map of fastest mobile speeds in Monterey
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Monterey Fastest Speeds Key

2G
4G
5G

Your mobile coverage in Monterey 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 Monterey covering 35.47% of homes in the area while 4G covers 87.32% of the city. Overall, 99.98% of homes (108 people) and 100.0% of the land (24.1 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.

 

5G Coverage Map and Availability in Monterey

Map of 5G mobile cell service in Monterey
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Monterey 5G Coverage Key

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5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Monterey cover 35.47% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 35.05% or 8.5 square miles of Monterey are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Monterey comes from T-Mobile with 31.97% coverage.

 

4G Coverage Map and Availability in Monterey

Map of 4G mobile cell service in Monterey
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Monterey 4G Coverage Key

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4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In Monterey, 78.99% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 87.32% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Monterey with 86.37% coverage.

Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Monterey 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 Monterey houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 99.98% of homes covered.
  • The best coverage across all Monterey land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 99.98% of land area covered.
  • The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 31.97% in Monterey.
  • The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless, covering 86.37% of Monterey.
  • The top estimated average speed in Monterey, estimated at 29.64, Mbps is available through Southern Linc.

 

Mobile Service Cities Near Monterey

If you live near Monterey 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 Monterey:

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