In Mud Bay, you’ll select from 2 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 96.1% of Mud Bay’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.86% of Mud Bay’s 991 residents. 5G reception covers up to 72.19% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Mud Bay providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Mud Bay, AK Top Cell Providers
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Mud Bay
Coverage:
99.44% of Mud Bay
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 72.19% 4G: 97.96% 3G or 2G: 99.31%
1-833-652-2264
More about AT&T Wireless in Mud Bay
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Mud Bay
AT&T Wireless covers 99.44% 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 Mud Bay) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
72.19% |
27.71% |
4G |
97.96% |
83.68% |
2G or 3G |
99.31% |
91.37% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 72.19% 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 AT&T Wireless as #1 out of 2 for a combination of coverage and speed among Mud Bay mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Mud Bay
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 72.19% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.44% of Mud Bay homes. 99.31% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Mud Bay homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Mud Bay land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Mud Bay Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Mud Bay, AK. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Mud Bay ranks #106 out of 541 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Alaska.

Best Mud Bay Cell Provider Key
The eastern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Mud Bay where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Mud Bay, AK: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Mud Bay. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 72.19% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 99.44% of Mud Bay homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Mud Bay, AK
If the price of a Mud Bay mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Mud Bay 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 Mud Bay 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 Mud Bay, AK
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Mud Bay, 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 Mud Bay and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about GCI in Mud Bay
GCI Data Speeds and Coverage in Mud Bay
GCI covers 95.71% 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 Mud Bay) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
92.79% |
50.38% |
2G or 3G |
95.71% |
76.06% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 92.79% of homes. 2.92% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank GCI as #2 out of 2 for a combination of coverage and speed among Mud Bay mobile providers.
GCI Voice Quality in Mud Bay
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 92.79% of Mud Bay homes. 94.76% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Mud Bay, AK Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Mud Bay Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Mud Bay 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 Mud Bay covering 72.19% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.81% of the city. Overall, 99.86% of homes (991 people) and 96.1% of the land (36.5 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Mud Bay

Mud Bay 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Mud Bay cover 72.19% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 27.63% or 10.5 square miles of Mud Bay are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Mud Bay comes from AT&T Wireless with 72.19% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Mud Bay

Mud Bay 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 Mud Bay, 98.33% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.81% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Mud Bay with 99.44% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Mud Bay 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 Mud Bay houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 99.44% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Mud Bay land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 91.99% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 72.19% in Mud Bay.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless, covering 99.44% of Mud Bay.
- The top estimated average speed in Mud Bay, estimated at 51.25, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Mud Bay
If you live near Mud Bay 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 Mud Bay:
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