In Point Lay, you’ll select from 2 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 1.7% of Point Lay’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 94.54% of Point Lay’s 349 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 Point Lay providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Point Lay homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Point Lay land area.
The central parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of Point Lay where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Local Mobile Providers in Point Lay, AK
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Point Lay, 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 Point Lay and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about ASTAC in Point Lay
ASTAC Data Speeds and Coverage in Point Lay
ASTAC covers 94.51% of homes in the city 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 Point Lay) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
84.46% |
0.87% |
84.46% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank ASTAC as #2 out of 2 for a combination of coverage and speed among Point Lay mobile providers.
ASTAC Voice Quality in Point Lay
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of Point Lay homes. 94.51% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about GCI in Point Lay
GCI Data Speeds and Coverage in Point Lay
GCI covers 91.07% of homes in the city 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 Point Lay) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
91.07% |
1.60% |
91.07% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank GCI as #1 out of 2 for a combination of coverage and speed among Point Lay mobile providers.
GCI Voice Quality in Point Lay
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of Point Lay homes. 91.07% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Despite being much smaller, GCI service is actually better for coverage and speeds in Point Lay than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper city boundaries.
Point Lay, AK Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Point Lay Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Point Lay 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. Overall, 94.54% of homes (349 people) and 1.7% of the land (65.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Point Lay
Point Lay 5G Coverage Key
5G networks in Point Lay cover 0.00% of homes with 5G voice and data.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Point Lay
Point Lay 4G Coverage Key
Point Lay is one of the few locations in the US with no 4G coverage, meaning the alternative is likely slower 2G and 3G service.
Point Lay 2G & 3G Coverage Map
Point Lay 2G and 3G Coverage Key
2G and 3G broadcast bands have been replaced with 4G data in most of the country, but this may be the only option for 91.07% of Point Lay residents. ASTAC has the most extensive 2G/3G network in Point Lay.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Point Lay 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 Point Lay houses is best with service from ASTAC, with 94.51% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Point Lay land is provided by GCI at 1.60% of land area covered.
- The current best 2G or 3G coverage comes from ASTAC reporting 94.51% in Point Lay.
- The top estimated average speed in Point Lay, estimated at 2.73, Mbps is available through GCI.
Mobile Service Cities Near Point Lay
If you live near Point Lay 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 Point Lay:
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