In Southwest Harbor, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.7% of Southwest Harbor’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.82% of Southwest Harbor’s 1,368 residents. 5G reception covers up to 88.44% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Southwest Harbor providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Southwest Harbor, 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.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Southwest Harbor
Coverage:
97.62% of Southwest Harbor
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 88.44% 4G: 97.57% 3G or 2G: 97.62%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Southwest Harbor
AT&T Wireless covers 97.62% 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 Southwest Harbor) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
88.44% |
83.77% |
4G |
97.57% |
97.68% |
2G or 3G |
97.62% |
97.93% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 88.44% 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 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Southwest Harbor mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Southwest Harbor
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 88.44% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.62% of Southwest Harbor homes. 97.62% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage:
97.57% of Southwest Harbor
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
4G: 85.09% 3G or 2G: 0.12%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Southwest Harbor
Verizon Wireless covers 97.57% 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 Southwest Harbor) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
4G |
85.09% |
72.20% |
2G or 3G |
0.12% |
0.07% |
4G is the fastest cell coverage for 85.09% 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 Southwest Harbor mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Southwest Harbor
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 97.57% of Southwest Harbor homes. 0.12% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Southwest Harbor
Coverage:
5.86% of Southwest Harbor
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 2.45% 4G: 3.71% 3G or 2G: 1.16%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Southwest Harbor
T-Mobile covers 5.86% 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 Southwest Harbor) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
2.45% |
3.47% |
4G |
3.71% |
2.70% |
2G or 3G |
1.16% |
2.07% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 2.45% 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 #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Southwest Harbor mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Southwest Harbor
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 2.45% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 5.86% of Southwest Harbor homes. 1.16% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Southwest Harbor homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Southwest Harbor land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Southwest Harbor Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Southwest Harbor, ME. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Southwest Harbor ranks #720 out of 1181 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Maine.
Best Southwest Harbor Cell Provider Key
The northwestern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the southern areas of Southwest Harbor where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Southwest Harbor, ME: AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in Southwest Harbor. AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 88.44% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 97.62% of Southwest Harbor homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Southwest Harbor, ME
If the price of a Southwest Harbor mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Southwest Harbor 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 Southwest Harbor 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 Southwest Harbor, ME
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Southwest Harbor, 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 Southwest Harbor and the providers’ coverage areas.
US Cellular 5G available in Southwest Harbor
Coverage:
99.73% of Southwest Harbor
10.17% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.97% 4G: 92.21% 3G or 2G: 97.11%
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US Cellular Data Speeds and Coverage in Southwest Harbor
US Cellular covers 99.73% 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 Southwest Harbor) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.97% |
0.59% |
4G |
92.21% |
92.97% |
2G or 3G |
97.11% |
94.47% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.97% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 92.21% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank US Cellular as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Southwest Harbor mobile providers.
US Cellular Voice Quality in Southwest Harbor
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.97% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.73% of Southwest Harbor homes. 97.11% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Southwest Harbor, ME Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Southwest Harbor Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Southwest Harbor 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 Southwest Harbor covering 88.44% of homes in the area while 4G covers 99.82% of the city. Overall, 99.82% of homes (1,368 people) and 99.7% of the land (5.5 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Southwest Harbor
Southwest Harbor 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Southwest Harbor cover 88.44% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 83.77% or 4.6 square miles of Southwest Harbor are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Southwest Harbor comes from AT&T Wireless with 88.44% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Southwest Harbor
Southwest Harbor 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 Southwest Harbor, 99.39% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 99.82% is covered by 4G HD voice service. US Cellular has the best 4G network in Southwest Harbor with 99.73% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Southwest Harbor 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 Southwest Harbor houses is best with service from US Cellular, with 99.73% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Southwest Harbor land is provided by US Cellular at 99.65% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from AT&T Wireless reporting 88.44% in Southwest Harbor.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with US Cellular, covering 99.73% of Southwest Harbor.
- The top estimated average speed in Southwest Harbor, estimated at 62.79, Mbps is available through AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near Southwest Harbor
If you live near Southwest Harbor 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 Southwest Harbor:
Cities close to Southwest Harbor
- Seawall, ME: worse coverage
- Bass Harbor, ME: better coverage
- Bernard, ME: worse coverage
- Seal Cove, ME: worse coverage
- Cranberry Isles, ME: worse coverage
- Mount Desert, ME: better coverage
- Islesford, ME: worse coverage
- Seal Harbor, ME: worse coverage
- Frenchboro, ME: worse coverage
- Indian Point, ME: better coverage
Cities with similar populations to Southwest Harbor
- Viola, KS: better coverage
- Doe Run, MO: better coverage
- Donahue, IA: better coverage
- Eastford, CT: better coverage
- St. Marys City, MD: better coverage
- Sterling City, TX: worse coverage
- Turkey Creek, LA: better coverage
- Valley View, PA: better coverage
- Vernon Center, NY: better coverage
- Aroma Park, IL: better coverage