In Philipsburg, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 98.7% of Philipsburg’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 98.48% of Philipsburg’s 1,369 residents. 5G reception covers up to 87.07% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Philipsburg providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Philipsburg, MT 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.
Coverage:
90.45% of Philipsburg
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 85.86% 3G or 2G: 90.44%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Philipsburg
Verizon Wireless covers 90.45% 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 Philipsburg) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
85.86% |
37.76% |
2G or 3G |
90.44% |
55.56% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 85.86% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Philipsburg mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Philipsburg
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 87.09% of Philipsburg homes. 85.86% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Philipsburg
Coverage:
91.84% of Philipsburg
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 89.72% 4G: 86.44% 3G or 2G: 86.58%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Philipsburg
T-Mobile covers 91.84% 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 Philipsburg) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
89.72% |
53.30% |
4G |
86.44% |
38.54% |
2G or 3G |
86.58% |
43.26% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 89.72% 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 #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Philipsburg mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Philipsburg
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 89.72% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 91.84% of Philipsburg homes. 86.58% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Philipsburg
Coverage:
98.48% of Philipsburg
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 80.29% 4G: 85.83% 3G or 2G: 98.18%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Philipsburg
AT&T Wireless covers 98.48% 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 Philipsburg) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
80.29% |
27.77% |
4G |
85.83% |
40.17% |
2G or 3G |
98.18% |
98.54% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 80.29% 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 #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Philipsburg mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Philipsburg
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 80.29% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 94.04% of Philipsburg homes. 98.18% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Philipsburg homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Philipsburg land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Philipsburg Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Philipsburg, MT. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Philipsburg ranks #547 out of 953 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Montana.
Best Philipsburg Cell Provider Key
The southeastern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Philipsburg where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Philipsburg, MT: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Philipsburg. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 89.72% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 98.48% of Philipsburg homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Philipsburg, MT
If the price of a Philipsburg mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Philipsburg 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 Philipsburg 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.
Philipsburg, MT Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Philipsburg Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Philipsburg 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 Philipsburg covering 87.07% of homes in the area while 4G covers 94.04% of the city. Overall, 98.48% of homes (1,369 people) and 98.7% of the land (355.5 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Philipsburg
Philipsburg 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Philipsburg cover 87.07% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 53.09% or 191.2 square miles of Philipsburg are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Philipsburg comes from T-Mobile with 89.72% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Philipsburg
Philipsburg 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 Philipsburg, 87.27% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 94.04% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Philipsburg with 94.04% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Philipsburg 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 Philipsburg houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 98.48% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Philipsburg land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 98.70% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 89.72% in Philipsburg.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless, covering 94.04% of Philipsburg.
- The top estimated average speed in Philipsburg, estimated at 63.70, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Philipsburg
If you live near Philipsburg 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 Philipsburg:
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