In Saco, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of Saco’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Saco’s 20,834 residents. 5G reception covers up to 99.65% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Saco providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Saco, ME 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.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Saco
Coverage:
99.74% of Saco
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 78.86% 4G: 99.73% 3G or 2G: 99.73%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Saco
Verizon Wireless covers 99.74% 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 Saco) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
78.86% |
44.63% |
4G |
99.73% |
99.68% |
2G or 3G |
99.73% |
99.59% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 78.86% 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 #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Saco mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Saco
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 78.86% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.74% of Saco homes. 99.61% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Saco
Coverage:
99.76% of Saco
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 88.41% 4G: 95.78% 3G or 2G: 99.76%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Saco
AT&T Wireless covers 99.76% 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 Saco) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
88.41% |
70.89% |
4G |
95.78% |
89.27% |
2G or 3G |
99.76% |
99.73% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 88.41% 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 Saco mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Saco
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 88.41% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.76% of Saco homes. 99.76% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Saco
Coverage:
99.99% of Saco
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 99.65% 4G: 94.91% 3G or 2G: 96.95%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Saco
T-Mobile covers 99.99% 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 Saco) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
99.65% |
99.53% |
4G |
94.91% |
88.97% |
2G or 3G |
96.95% |
93.30% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 99.65% 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 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Saco mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Saco
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 99.65% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.76% of Saco homes. 96.95% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Saco homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Saco land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Saco Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Saco, ME. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Saco ranks #223 out of 1181 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Maine.
Best Saco Cell Provider Key
The western parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Saco where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Saco, ME: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Saco. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 99.65% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 99.99% of Saco homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Saco, ME
If the price of a Saco mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Saco 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 Saco 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 Saco, ME
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Saco, 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 Saco and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Saco
Coverage:
99.72% of Saco
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.01% 4G: 74.53% 3G or 2G: 92.12%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Saco
US Cellular covers 99.72% 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 Saco) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.01% |
0.08% |
4G |
74.53% |
48.63% |
2G or 3G |
92.12% |
81.55% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.01% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 74.53% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Saco mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Saco
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.01% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.71% of Saco homes. 92.12% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Saco, ME Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Saco Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Saco 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 Saco covering 99.65% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.79% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (20,834 people) and 100.0% of the land (40.9 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Saco
Saco 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Saco cover 99.65% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 99.53% or 40.7 square miles of Saco are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Saco comes from T-Mobile with 99.65% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Saco
Saco 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 Saco, 99.75% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.79% is covered by 4G HD voice service. AT&T Wireless and T-Mobile has the best 4G network in Saco with 99.76% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Saco 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 Saco houses is best with service from T-Mobile, with 99.99% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Saco land is provided by T-Mobile at 99.99% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 99.65% in Saco.
- The top estimated average speed in Saco, estimated at 70.75, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Saco
If you live near Saco 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 Saco:
Cities close to Saco
- Biddeford, ME: better coverage
- Old Orchard Beach, ME: better coverage
- Scarborough, ME: better coverage
- Bar Mills, ME: better coverage
- Goodwins Mills, ME: better coverage
- Salmon Falls, ME: better coverage
- Kennebunkport, ME: worse coverage
- Buxton, ME: better coverage
- West Kennebunk, ME: better coverage
- South Hollis, ME: worse coverage
Cities with similar populations to Saco
- Arcata, CA: worse coverage
- Beaufort, SC: worse coverage
- Bay City, TX: better coverage
- Baldwin, PA: better coverage
- Bainbridge, GA: worse coverage
- Anna, TX: better coverage
- Alum Rock, CA: better coverage
- Altamont, OR: better coverage
- Alsip, IL: better coverage
- Alpine, CA: worse coverage