In Prudhoe Bay, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 73.2% of Prudhoe Bay’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 84.86% of Prudhoe Bay’s 1,259 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 Prudhoe Bay providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Prudhoe Bay, AK Top Cell Providers
More about AT&T Wireless in Prudhoe Bay
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Prudhoe Bay
AT&T Wireless covers 0.03% 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 Prudhoe Bay) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.03% |
0.03% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.03% of homes. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Prudhoe Bay mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Prudhoe Bay
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.03% of Prudhoe Bay 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 Prudhoe Bay homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Prudhoe Bay land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Prudhoe Bay Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Prudhoe Bay, AK. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Prudhoe Bay ranks #304 out of 541 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Alaska.
Best Prudhoe Bay Cell Provider Key
The southeastern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of Prudhoe Bay where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Prudhoe Bay, AK: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Prudhoe Bay. AT&T Wireless has 4G that covers 0.03% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 0.03% of Prudhoe Bay homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Prudhoe Bay, AK
If the price of a Prudhoe Bay mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Prudhoe Bay 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 Prudhoe Bay 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 Prudhoe Bay, AK
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Prudhoe Bay, 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 Prudhoe Bay and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
57.52% of Prudhoe Bay
0.21% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 44.43% 3G or 2G: 57.52%
More about GCI in Prudhoe Bay
GCI Data Speeds and Coverage in Prudhoe Bay
GCI covers 57.52% 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 Prudhoe Bay) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
44.43% |
33.29% |
2G or 3G |
57.52% |
48.76% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 44.43% of homes. 13.09% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank GCI as #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Prudhoe Bay mobile providers.
GCI Voice Quality in Prudhoe Bay
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 44.43% of Prudhoe Bay homes. 56.62% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
84.85% of Prudhoe Bay
0.00% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 44.32% 3G or 2G: 52.83%
More about ASTAC in Prudhoe Bay
ASTAC Data Speeds and Coverage in Prudhoe Bay
ASTAC covers 84.85% 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 Prudhoe Bay) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
44.32% |
32.14% |
2G or 3G |
52.83% |
39.33% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 44.32% of homes. 8.51% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank ASTAC as #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Prudhoe Bay mobile providers.
ASTAC Voice Quality in Prudhoe Bay
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 44.32% of Prudhoe Bay homes. 84.85% 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 Prudhoe Bay than the major cell carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This is likely only true in and around the proper city boundaries.
Prudhoe Bay, AK Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Prudhoe Bay Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Prudhoe Bay 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 50.38% of the city. Overall, 84.86% of homes (1,259 people) and 73.2% of the land (1,871.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Prudhoe Bay
Prudhoe Bay 5G Coverage Key
5G networks in Prudhoe Bay cover 0.00% of homes with 5G voice and data.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Prudhoe Bay
Prudhoe Bay 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 Prudhoe Bay, 50.38% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 50.38% is covered by 4G HD voice service. GCI has the best 4G network in Prudhoe Bay with 44.43% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Prudhoe Bay 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 Prudhoe Bay houses is best with service from ASTAC, with 84.85% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Prudhoe Bay land is provided by ASTAC at 73.23% of land area covered.
- The current best 4G coverage comes from GCI reporting 44.43% in Prudhoe Bay.
- The best 2G or 3G coverage is obtainable with ASTAC, covering 84.85% of Prudhoe Bay.
- The top estimated average speed in Prudhoe Bay, estimated at 18.16, Mbps is available through GCI.
Mobile Service Cities Near Prudhoe Bay
If you live near Prudhoe Bay 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 Prudhoe Bay:
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