In Nuiqsut, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 49.4% of Nuiqsut’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Nuiqsut’s 912 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 Nuiqsut providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Nuiqsut, AK Top Cell Providers
More about AT&T Wireless in Nuiqsut
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Nuiqsut
AT&T Wireless covers 2.03% 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 Nuiqsut) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.34% |
2.97% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.34% of homes. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Nuiqsut mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Nuiqsut
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 2.03% of Nuiqsut homes. 0.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Nuiqsut homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Nuiqsut land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Nuiqsut Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Nuiqsut, AK. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Nuiqsut ranks #181 out of 541 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Alaska.
Best Nuiqsut Cell Provider Key
The southern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of Nuiqsut where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Nuiqsut, AK: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Nuiqsut. AT&T Wireless has 4G that covers 2.03% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 2.03% of Nuiqsut homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Nuiqsut, AK
If the price of a Nuiqsut mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Nuiqsut 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 Nuiqsut 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 Nuiqsut, AK
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Nuiqsut, 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 Nuiqsut and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about GCI in Nuiqsut
GCI Data Speeds and Coverage in Nuiqsut
GCI covers 100.00% 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 Nuiqsut) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.00% |
3.13% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
36.14% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% of homes. 100.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank GCI as #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Nuiqsut mobile providers.
GCI Voice Quality in Nuiqsut
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of Nuiqsut homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about ASTAC in Nuiqsut
ASTAC Data Speeds and Coverage in Nuiqsut
ASTAC covers 100.00% 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 Nuiqsut) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
98.35% |
29.02% |
2G or 3G |
95.58% |
32.72% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 98.35% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank ASTAC as #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Nuiqsut mobile providers.
ASTAC Voice Quality in Nuiqsut
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.35% of Nuiqsut homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Despite being much smaller, ASTAC service is actually better for coverage and speeds in Nuiqsut than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper city boundaries.
Nuiqsut, AK Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Nuiqsut Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Nuiqsut 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 98.35% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (912 people) and 49.4% of the land (664.9 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Nuiqsut
Nuiqsut 5G Coverage Key
5G networks in Nuiqsut cover 0.00% of homes with 5G voice and data.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Nuiqsut
Nuiqsut 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 Nuiqsut, 98.35% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 98.35% is covered by 4G HD voice service. ASTAC has the best 4G network in Nuiqsut with 98.35% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Nuiqsut 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 Nuiqsut houses is best with service from GCI and ASTAC, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Nuiqsut land is provided by ASTAC at 49.48% of land area covered.
- The current best 4G coverage comes from ASTAC reporting 98.35% in Nuiqsut.
- The top estimated average speed in Nuiqsut, estimated at 39.34, Mbps is available through ASTAC.
Mobile Service Cities Near Nuiqsut
If you live near Nuiqsut 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 Nuiqsut:
Cities close to Nuiqsut
- Prudhoe Bay, AK: worse coverage
- Deadhorse, AK: better coverage
- Sagwon, AK: worse coverage
- Anaktuvuk Pass, AK: worse coverage
- Browerville, AK: better coverage
- Barrow, AK: better coverage
- Atqasuk, AK: worse coverage
- Kaktovik, AK: worse coverage
- Arctic Village, AK: worse coverage
- Wainwright, AK: better coverage
Cities with similar populations to Nuiqsut
- Riverside, UT: better coverage
- North Perry, OH: better coverage
- Oak Knoll, OH: better coverage
- Ogema, MN: worse coverage
- Old Albertville, WI: better coverage
- Olney, GA: worse coverage
- Ottokee, OH: better coverage
- Pine Hill, TX: worse coverage
- Pinopolis, SC: better coverage
- Plantersville, AL: better coverage