In University Place, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 100.0% of University Place’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of University Place’s 35,772 residents. 5G reception covers up to 100.00% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the University Place providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
University Place, WA 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.
T-Mobile 5G available in University Place
Coverage:
100.00% of University Place
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 100.00% 4G: 100.00% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in University Place
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 University Place) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 100.00% 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 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among University Place mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in University Place
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 100.00% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of University Place homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in University Place
Coverage:
99.97% of University Place
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 79.94% 4G: 99.87% 3G or 2G: 99.97%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in University Place
Verizon Wireless covers 99.97% 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 University Place) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
79.94% |
82.81% |
4G |
99.87% |
99.82% |
2G or 3G |
99.97% |
99.98% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 79.94% 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 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among University Place mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in University Place
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 79.94% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.95% of University Place homes. 99.95% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in University Place
Coverage:
100.00% of University Place
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 100.00% 4G: 100.00% 3G or 2G: 100.00%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in University Place
AT&T Wireless 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 University Place) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
100.00% |
99.94% |
4G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
100.00% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 100.00% 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 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among University Place mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in University Place
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 100.00% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of University Place homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of University Place homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as University Place land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the University Place Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in University Place, WA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, University Place ranks #1 out of 1451 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Washington.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in University Place, WA: T-Mobile and AT&T Wireless
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile and AT&T Wireless has the best speed and coverage in University Place. T-Mobile and AT&T Wireless has 5G that covers 100.00% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of University Place homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in University Place, WA
If the price of a University Place mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in University Place 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 University Place 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.
University Place, WA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
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Your mobile coverage in University Place 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 University Place covering 100.00% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (35,772 people) and 100.0% of the land (8.5 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in University Place
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5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in University Place cover 100.00% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 100.00% or 8.5 square miles of University Place are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in University Place comes from T-Mobile and AT&T Wireless with 100.00% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in University Place
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4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In University Place, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. T-Mobile and AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in University Place with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in University Place 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 University Place houses is best with service from T-Mobile and AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all University Place land is provided by T-Mobile and AT&T Wireless at 100.00% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile and AT&T Wireless reporting 100.00% in University Place.
- The top estimated average speed in University Place, estimated at 71.00, Mbps is available through T-Mobile and AT&T Wireless.
Mobile Service Cities Near University Place
If you live near University Place 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 University Place:
Cities close to University Place
- Fircrest, WA: equal coverage
- Lakewood, WA: equal coverage
- Steilacoom, WA: worse coverage
- Tacoma, WA: worse coverage
- Fox Island, WA: worse coverage
- Ruston, WA: equal coverage
- Midland, WA: equal coverage
- Parkland, WA: equal coverage
- North Fort Lewis, WA: equal coverage
- Artondale, WA: worse coverage
Cities with similar populations to University Place
- Kinston, NC: worse coverage
- Greenville, TX: equal coverage
- Harker Heights, TX: equal coverage
- Hudsonville, MI: equal coverage
- Huntington, NY: worse coverage
- Huntington Station, NY: equal coverage
- Hyde Park, MA: equal coverage
- Inver Grove Heights, MN: equal coverage
- Irmo, SC: equal coverage
- Isabela, PR: worse coverage