In Pitkin County, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 69.7% of Pitkin County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 97.49% of Pitkin County’s 17,358 residents. 5G reception covers up to 86.62% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Pitkin County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Pitkin County, CO 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 Pitkin County
Coverage:
91.24% of Pitkin County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 79.88% 4G: 83.21% 3G or 2G: 86.83%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Pitkin County
T-Mobile covers 91.24% of homes in the county 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 Pitkin County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
79.88% |
11.77% |
4G |
83.21% |
8.84% |
2G or 3G |
86.83% |
11.61% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 79.88% 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 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Pitkin County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Pitkin County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 79.88% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 90.47% of Pitkin County homes. 89.05% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Pitkin County
Coverage:
97.43% of Pitkin County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 53.71% 4G: 91.61% 3G or 2G: 97.43%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Pitkin County
AT&T Wireless covers 97.43% of homes in the county 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 Pitkin County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
53.71% |
5.09% |
4G |
91.61% |
27.44% |
2G or 3G |
97.43% |
69.62% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 53.71% 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 #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Pitkin County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Pitkin County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 53.71% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 95.11% of Pitkin County homes. 97.43% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Pitkin County
Coverage:
96.29% of Pitkin County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 76.28% 4G: 93.95% 3G or 2G: 96.28%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Pitkin County
Verizon Wireless covers 96.29% of homes in the county 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 Pitkin County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
76.28% |
16.29% |
4G |
93.95% |
28.83% |
2G or 3G |
96.28% |
42.75% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 76.28% 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 Verizon Wireless as #2 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Pitkin County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Pitkin County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 76.28% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 94.64% of Pitkin County homes. 94.38% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Pitkin County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Pitkin County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Pitkin County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Pitkin County, CO. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Pitkin County ranks #730 out of 1241 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Colorado.
Best Pitkin County Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Pitkin County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Pitkin County, CO: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Pitkin County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 79.88% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 97.43% of Pitkin County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Pitkin County, CO
If the price of a Pitkin County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Pitkin County 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 Pitkin County 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 Pitkin County, CO
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Pitkin County, 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 Pitkin County and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about STRATA Networks in Pitkin County
STRATA Networks Data Speeds and Coverage in Pitkin County
STRATA Networks covers 1.75% of homes in the county 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 Pitkin County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
1.75% |
2.04% |
1.75% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank STRATA Networks as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Pitkin County mobile providers.
STRATA Networks Voice Quality in Pitkin County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of Pitkin County homes. 1.75% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
30.57% of Pitkin County
1.25% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 0.00% 3G or 2G: 30.57%
More about Choice Wireless in Pitkin County
Choice Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Pitkin County
Choice Wireless covers 30.57% of homes in the county 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 Pitkin County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.00% |
0.02% |
2G or 3G |
30.57% |
2.78% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% of homes. 30.57% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Choice Wireless as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Pitkin County mobile providers.
Choice Wireless Voice Quality in Pitkin County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of Pitkin County homes. 30.57% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Pitkin County, CO Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Pitkin County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Pitkin County may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the county. 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 Pitkin County covering 86.62% of homes in the area while 4G covers 95.15% of the county. Overall, 97.49% of homes (17,320 people) and 69.7% of the land (676.1 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Pitkin County
Pitkin County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Pitkin County cover 86.62% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 17.68% or 171.6 square miles of Pitkin County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Pitkin County comes from T-Mobile with 79.88% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Pitkin County
Pitkin County 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 Pitkin County, 93.40% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 95.15% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Pitkin County with 95.11% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Pitkin County for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the county, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to Pitkin County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 97.43% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Pitkin County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 69.63% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 79.88% in Pitkin County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless, covering 95.11% of Pitkin County.
- The top estimated average speed in Pitkin County, estimated at 56.71, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Pitkin County
If you live near Pitkin County but aren’t technically in the county, 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 Pitkin County:
Counties close to Pitkin County
- Lake County, CO: better coverage
- Park County, CO: worse coverage
- Elbert County, CO: worse coverage
- Lincoln County, CO: worse coverage
- Emery County, UT: better coverage
- Kit Carson County, CO: worse coverage
- Sanpete County, UT: better coverage
- Sherman County, KS: better coverage
- Millard County, UT: better coverage
- Thomas County, KS: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Pitkin County
- Skamania County, WA: better coverage
- Franklin Parish, LA: better coverage
- Freestone County, TX: worse coverage
- Fremont County, ID: better coverage
- Frio County, TX: better coverage
- Shoshone County, ID: worse coverage
- Sibley County, MN: better coverage
- Sierra County, NM: better coverage
- Sitka City and Borough, AK: worse coverage
- Franklin County, TX: better coverage