In South Padre Island, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 85.6% of South Padre Island’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of South Padre Island’s 2,470 residents. 5G reception covers up to 97.13% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the South Padre Island providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
South Padre Island, TX 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 South Padre Island
Coverage:
96.99% of South Padre Island
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.60% 4G: 96.99% 3G or 2G: 96.99%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in South Padre Island
Verizon Wireless covers 96.99% 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 South Padre Island) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.60% |
0.07% |
4G |
96.99% |
80.60% |
2G or 3G |
96.99% |
80.74% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.60% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 96.39% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among South Padre Island mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in South Padre Island
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.60% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.99% of South Padre Island homes. 96.99% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in South Padre Island
Coverage:
100.00% of South Padre Island
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 96.35% 4G: 96.91% 3G or 2G: 99.83%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in South Padre Island
T-Mobile covers 100.00% 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 South Padre Island) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
96.35% |
40.46% |
4G |
96.91% |
32.82% |
2G or 3G |
99.83% |
54.74% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 96.35% 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 #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among South Padre Island mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in South Padre Island
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 96.35% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.06% of South Padre Island homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in South Padre Island
Coverage:
96.69% of South Padre Island
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 96.60% 4G: 96.69% 3G or 2G: 96.69%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in South Padre Island
AT&T Wireless covers 96.69% 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 South Padre Island) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
96.60% |
51.77% |
4G |
96.69% |
81.54% |
2G or 3G |
96.69% |
83.04% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 96.60% 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 #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among South Padre Island mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in South Padre Island
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 96.60% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 96.69% of South Padre Island homes. 96.69% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of South Padre Island homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as South Padre Island land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the South Padre Island Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in South Padre Island, TX. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, South Padre Island ranks #2996 out of 5174 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Texas.
Best South Padre Island Cell Provider Key
The southern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southeastern areas of South Padre Island where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in South Padre Island, TX: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in South Padre Island. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 96.60% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of South Padre Island homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in South Padre Island, TX
If the price of a South Padre Island mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in South Padre Island 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 South Padre Island 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.
South Padre Island, TX Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
South Padre Island Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in South Padre Island 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 South Padre Island covering 97.13% of homes in the area while 4G covers 97.24% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (2,470 people) and 85.6% of the land (7.0 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in South Padre Island
South Padre Island 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in South Padre Island cover 97.13% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 51.86% or 4.3 square miles of South Padre Island are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in South Padre Island comes from AT&T Wireless with 96.60% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in South Padre Island
South Padre Island 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 South Padre Island, 97.24% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 97.24% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile has the best 4G network in South Padre Island with 97.06% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in South Padre Island 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 South Padre Island houses is best with service from T-Mobile, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all South Padre Island land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 83.04% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 96.60% in South Padre Island.
- The top estimated average speed in South Padre Island, estimated at 68.59, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near South Padre Island
If you live near South Padre Island 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 South Padre Island:
Cities close to South Padre Island
- Port Isabel, TX: better coverage
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- Lozano, TX: better coverage
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Cities with similar populations to South Padre Island
- Rangely, CO: worse coverage
- Ida Grove, IA: worse coverage
- Jeffersonville, VT: worse coverage
- Kasilof, AK: worse coverage
- Killbuck, OH: worse coverage
- Kurtistown, HI: worse coverage
- Ameagle, WV: worse coverage
- Millport, AL: worse coverage
- Morristown, AZ: better coverage
- Pleasant Hill, OR: better coverage