In Rifle, you’ll select from 6 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 89.9% of Rifle’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.97% of Rifle’s 13,471 residents. 5G reception covers up to 99.62% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Rifle providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Rifle, 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.
View plans
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.
View plans
Mint Mobile provides very affordable plans using the same network as T-Mobile throughout the United States. Learn more about Mint vs. other carriers.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Rifle
Coverage:
99.81% of Rifle
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 97.05% 4G: 98.19% 3G or 2G: 99.81%
More about Verizon Wireless in Rifle
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Rifle
Verizon Wireless covers 99.81% 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 Rifle) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
97.05% |
28.74% |
4G |
98.19% |
47.25% |
2G or 3G |
99.81% |
72.18% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 97.05% 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 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Rifle mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Rifle
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 97.05% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.78% of Rifle homes. 98.65% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Rifle
Coverage:
99.83% of Rifle
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 22.27% 4G: 98.09% 3G or 2G: 99.66%
1-833-652-2264
More about AT&T Wireless in Rifle
AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Rifle
AT&T Wireless covers 99.83% 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 Rifle) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
22.27% |
15.16% |
4G |
98.09% |
54.17% |
2G or 3G |
99.66% |
75.72% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 22.27% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 75.82% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Rifle mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Rifle
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 22.27% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.10% of Rifle homes. 99.66% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Rifle
Coverage:
99.77% of Rifle
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 99.61% 4G: 98.62% 3G or 2G: 99.66%
More about T-Mobile in Rifle
T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Rifle
T-Mobile covers 99.77% 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 Rifle) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
99.61% |
60.10% |
4G |
98.62% |
46.64% |
2G or 3G |
99.66% |
60.19% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 99.61% 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 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Rifle mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Rifle
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 99.61% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.74% of Rifle homes. 99.68% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Rifle homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Rifle land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Rifle Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Rifle, CO. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Rifle ranks #379 out of 1241 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Colorado.

Best Rifle Cell Provider Key
The southern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Rifle where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Rifle, CO: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Rifle. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 99.61% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 99.83% of Rifle homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Rifle, CO
If the price of a Rifle mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Rifle 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 Rifle 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.
View plans
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 Rifle, CO
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Rifle, 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 Rifle and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about STRATA Networks in Rifle
STRATA Networks Data Speeds and Coverage in Rifle
STRATA Networks covers 12.60% 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 Rifle) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
12.60% |
13.37% |
12.60% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank STRATA Networks as #6 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Rifle mobile providers.
STRATA Networks Voice Quality in Rifle
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of Rifle homes. 8.54% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about Choice Wireless in Rifle
Choice Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Rifle
Choice Wireless covers 47.78% 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 Rifle) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
47.78% |
25.14% |
47.78% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Choice Wireless as #5 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Rifle mobile providers.
Choice Wireless Voice Quality in Rifle
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of Rifle homes. 47.78% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
More about Union Wireless in Rifle
Union Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Rifle
Union Wireless covers 99.86% 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 Rifle) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
2.97% |
1.07% |
2G or 3G |
99.78% |
99.94% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 2.97% of homes. 96.81% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Union Wireless as #4 out of 6 for a combination of coverage and speed among Rifle mobile providers.
Union Wireless Voice Quality in Rifle
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 2.97% of Rifle homes. 99.86% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Rifle, CO Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G

Rifle Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Rifle 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 Rifle covering 99.62% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.82% of the city. Overall, 99.97% of homes (13,471 people) and 89.9% of the land (183.0 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Rifle

Rifle 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Rifle cover 99.62% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 59.93% or 122.0 square miles of Rifle are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Rifle comes from T-Mobile with 99.61% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Rifle

Rifle 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 Rifle, 99.31% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.82% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile has the best 4G network in Rifle with 99.74% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Rifle 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 Rifle houses is best with service from Union Wireless, with 99.86% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Rifle land is provided by Union Wireless at 99.97% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 99.61% in Rifle.
- The top estimated average speed in Rifle, estimated at 70.72, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Rifle
If you live near Rifle 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 Rifle:
Cities close to Rifle
- Silt, CO: worse coverage
- New Castle, CO: worse coverage
- Parachute, CO: better coverage
- Battlement Mesa, CO: worse coverage
- Rulison, CO: worse coverage
- Plateau City, CO: worse coverage
- Collbran, CO: worse coverage
- Glenwood Springs, CO: worse coverage
- Rio Blanco, CO: worse coverage
- Cattle Creek, CO: worse coverage
Cities with similar populations to Rifle
- Atmore, AL: worse coverage
- Artondale, WA: better coverage
- Osceola, IN: better coverage
- Oatfield, OR: better coverage
- Ocean Pines, MD: worse coverage
- Ogdensburg, NY: worse coverage
- Ojai, CA: worse coverage
- Okmulgee, OK: worse coverage
- Orrville, OH: better coverage
- Orting, WA: worse coverage










