Mobile Coverage & Cell Phone Plans in Princeton, ID


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In Princeton, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 97.2% of Princeton’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 98.72% of Princeton’s 687 residents. 5G reception covers up to 71.87% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Princeton providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.

 

Princeton, ID Top Cell Providers

Bark Kid Phones

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


Mint

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.


AT&T Wireless

AT&T Wireless 5G available in Princeton


Coverage:

97.20% of Princeton

96.67% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 65.74% 4G: 91.26% 3G or 2G: 97.17%


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1-833-652-2264

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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Princeton

AT&T Wireless covers 97.20% 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 Princeton) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
65.74%
35.54%
4G
91.26%
73.72%
2G or 3G
97.17%
93.03%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 65.74% 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 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Princeton mobile providers.

AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Princeton

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 65.74% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 93.88% of Princeton homes. 97.17% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

Verizon Wireless


Coverage:

66.19% of Princeton

96.15% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 51.69% 3G or 2G: 36.36%


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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Princeton

Verizon Wireless covers 66.19% 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 Princeton) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
51.69%
56.28%
2G or 3G
36.36%
38.52%

4G is the fastest cell coverage for 51.69% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Princeton mobile providers.

Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Princeton

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 64.95% of Princeton homes. 22.33% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

T-Mobile

T-Mobile 5G available in Princeton


Coverage:

77.76% of Princeton

97.12% of the USA


Data Speeds:

5G: 71.57% 4G: 53.54%


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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Princeton

T-Mobile covers 77.76% 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 Princeton) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
5G
71.57%
44.53%
4G
53.54%
25.82%

5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 71.57% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% of homes. We rank T-Mobile as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Princeton mobile providers.

T-Mobile Voice Quality in Princeton

5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 71.57% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 77.76% of Princeton 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 Princeton homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Princeton land area.

 

Fastest Cell Service Down to the Princeton Neighborhood

The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Princeton, ID. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Princeton ranks #602 out of 804 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Idaho.

Map of the fastest cell company in Princeton
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Best Princeton Cell Provider Key

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The northwestern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of Princeton where mobile data speeds are generally slower.

 

Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Princeton, ID: T-Mobile

Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Princeton. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 71.57% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 97.20% of Princeton homes.

 

Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Princeton, ID

If the price of a Princeton mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Princeton 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 Princeton wireless plan will quickly rise if you add additional lines or features such as a hotspot or unlimited data.

Mint

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.


Cricket Wireless

Coverage:

AT&T Network

Data Speeds:

Same as AT&T above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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Boost Mobile

Coverage:

T-Mobile Network

Data Speeds:

Same as T-Mobile above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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Coverage:

Verizon Network

Data Speeds:

Same as Verizon above

Plans start at $35/mo.

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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 Princeton, ID

The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Princeton, 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 Princeton and the providers’ coverage areas.

Inland Cellular


Coverage:

95.57% of Princeton

0.22% of the USA


Data Speeds:

4G: 84.83% 3G or 2G: 94.35%


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Inland Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Princeton

Inland Cellular covers 95.57% 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 Princeton) is shown below.

Tech
% Homes
% Land
4G
84.83%
53.72%
2G or 3G
94.35%
85.27%

4G is the fastest cell coverage for 84.83% of homes. 9.52% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Inland Cellular as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Princeton mobile providers.

Inland Cellular Voice Quality in Princeton

4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 84.83% of Princeton homes. 92.08% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.

 

Princeton, ID Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Map of fastest mobile speeds in Princeton
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Princeton Fastest Speeds Key

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4G
5G

Your mobile coverage in Princeton 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 Princeton covering 71.87% of homes in the area while 4G covers 97.41% of the city. Overall, 98.72% of homes (687 people) and 97.2% of the land (49.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.

 

5G Coverage Map and Availability in Princeton

Map of 5G mobile cell service in Princeton
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Princeton 5G Coverage Key

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5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Princeton cover 71.87% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 45.72% or 23.3 square miles of Princeton are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Princeton comes from T-Mobile with 71.57% coverage.

 

4G Coverage Map and Availability in Princeton

Map of 4G mobile cell service in Princeton
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Princeton 4G Coverage Key

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4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In Princeton, 95.88% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 97.41% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Princeton with 93.88% coverage.

Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Princeton 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 Princeton houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 97.20% of homes covered.
  • The best coverage across all Princeton land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 94.26% of land area covered.
  • The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 71.57% in Princeton.
  • The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless, covering 93.88% of Princeton.
  • The top estimated average speed in Princeton, estimated at 50.81, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.

 

Mobile Service Cities Near Princeton

If you live near Princeton 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 Princeton:

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