In Rio Grande County, you’ll select from 5 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 95.5% of Rio Grande County’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.74% of Rio Grande County’s 11,539 residents. 5G reception covers up to 77.82% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Rio Grande County providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Rio Grande 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.
Coverage:
99.21% of Rio Grande County
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 98.04% 3G or 2G: 99.20%
More about Verizon Wireless in Rio Grande County
Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Rio Grande County
Verizon Wireless covers 99.21% 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 Rio Grande County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
98.04% |
72.55% |
2G or 3G |
99.20% |
78.92% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 98.04% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #4 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Rio Grande County mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Rio Grande County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.65% of Rio Grande County homes. 98.46% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Rio Grande County
Coverage:
99.73% of Rio Grande County
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 6.54% 4G: 99.05% 3G or 2G: 99.72%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Rio Grande County
AT&T Wireless covers 99.73% 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 Rio Grande County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
6.54% |
20.78% |
4G |
99.05% |
81.76% |
2G or 3G |
99.72% |
94.74% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 6.54% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 92.51% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #2 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Rio Grande County mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Rio Grande County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 6.54% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.53% of Rio Grande County homes. 99.72% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Rio Grande County
Coverage:
87.31% of Rio Grande County
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 81.55% 4G: 77.54% 3G or 2G: 73.00%
More about T-Mobile in Rio Grande County
T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Rio Grande County
T-Mobile covers 87.31% 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 Rio Grande County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
81.55% |
56.81% |
4G |
77.54% |
38.17% |
2G or 3G |
73.00% |
40.24% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 81.55% 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 Rio Grande County mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Rio Grande County
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 81.55% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 87.31% of Rio Grande County homes. 73.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Rio Grande County homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Rio Grande County land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Rio Grande County Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Rio Grande County, CO. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Rio Grande County ranks #831 out of 1241 counties for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Colorado.
Best Rio Grande County Cell Provider Key
The northeastern parts of the county feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southwestern areas of Rio Grande County where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Rio Grande County, CO: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Rio Grande County. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 81.55% of the county. Cell service of any type reaches 99.73% of Rio Grande County homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Rio Grande County, CO
If the price of a Rio Grande County mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Rio Grande 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 Rio Grande 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 Rio Grande County, CO
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Rio Grande 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 Rio Grande County and the providers’ coverage areas.
Coverage:
98.56% of Rio Grande County
0.59% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 98.56% 3G or 2G: 96.26%
More about Viaero Wireless in Rio Grande County
Viaero Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Rio Grande County
Viaero Wireless covers 98.56% 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 Rio Grande County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
98.56% |
71.34% |
2G or 3G |
96.26% |
57.92% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 98.56% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Viaero Wireless as #3 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Rio Grande County mobile providers.
Viaero Wireless Voice Quality in Rio Grande County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 98.56% of Rio Grande County homes. 96.26% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
79.45% of Rio Grande County
1.25% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 0.08% 3G or 2G: 79.45%
More about Choice Wireless in Rio Grande County
Choice Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Rio Grande County
Choice Wireless covers 79.45% 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 Rio Grande County) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
0.08% |
0.33% |
2G or 3G |
79.45% |
63.28% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.08% of homes. 79.37% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Choice Wireless as #5 out of 5 for a combination of coverage and speed among Rio Grande County mobile providers.
Choice Wireless Voice Quality in Rio Grande County
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.08% of Rio Grande County homes. 79.45% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Rio Grande County, CO Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Rio Grande County Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Rio Grande 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 Rio Grande County covering 77.82% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.55% of the county. Overall, 99.74% of homes (11,529 people) and 95.5% of the land (871.3 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Rio Grande County
Rio Grande County 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Rio Grande County cover 77.82% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 64.53% or 588.5 square miles of Rio Grande County are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Rio Grande County comes from T-Mobile with 81.55% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Rio Grande County
Rio Grande 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 Rio Grande County, 99.17% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.55% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Rio Grande County with 99.53% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Rio Grande 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 Rio Grande County houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 99.73% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Rio Grande County land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 95.53% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 81.55% in Rio Grande County.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with AT&T Wireless, covering 99.53% of Rio Grande County.
- The top estimated average speed in Rio Grande County, estimated at 57.90, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Counties Near Rio Grande County
If you live near Rio Grande 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 Rio Grande County:
Counties close to Rio Grande County
- Mineral County, CO: worse coverage
- Huerfano County, CO: better coverage
- Dolores County, CO: worse coverage
- San Juan County, UT: worse coverage
- Stanton County, KS: better coverage
- Grant County, KS: better coverage
- Gray County, KS: better coverage
- Garfield County, UT: better coverage
- Ford County, KS: better coverage
- Iron County, UT: better coverage
Counties with similar populations to Rio Grande County
- Montmorency County, MI: worse coverage
- Nome Census Area, AK: worse coverage
- Nolan County, TX: better coverage
- Newton County, MS: better coverage
- Morrow County, OR: better coverage
- Morgan County, WV: better coverage
- Morgan County, TN: worse coverage
- Morgan County, MO: better coverage
- Morgan County, GA: better coverage
- Moore County, TX: better coverage